In a pulsating UEFA Champions League semi-final first leg, Barcelona and Inter Milan played out a thrilling 3-3 draw at the Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys. The match featured multiple lead changes, standout individual performances, and left the tie finely balanced ahead of the return leg in Milan. (Barça 3-3 Inter: Recap)
Early Drama and First-Half Comebacks
Inter Milan stunned the home crowd by taking the lead within the first minute, as Marcus Thuram flicked in a brilliant opener. Denzel Dumfries doubled Inter’s advantage in the 21st minute with an acrobatic volley. However, Barcelona responded with determination. Lamine Yamal ignited the comeback with a stunning individual goal in the 24th minute, showcasing his exceptional talent. Ferran Torres then equalized in the 38th minute, finishing off a well-orchestrated team move to level the score at halftime.
Second-Half Twists and Turns
The second half continued the high-octane action. Dumfries restored Inter’s lead in the 63rd minute with a powerful header. Barcelona, refusing to back down, leveled the match again in the 65th minute when Raphinha’s strike deflected off Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer for an own goal. Both teams had opportunities to clinch victory, but the match concluded in a 3-3 draw, setting up an enticing second leg in Italy. (Barça 3-3 Inter: Recap)
Looking Ahead
The second leg of this semi-final clash is scheduled to be played in Milan next Tuesday. With the aggregate score tied, both teams will be eager to secure a spot in the Champions League final. Barcelona will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities, while Inter will look to capitalize on their attacking prowess.
