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One of the Greatest Champions League Semifinals Ever? Inter and Barça Deliver a 13-Goal Thriller

One of the Greatest Champions League Semifinals Ever? Inter and Barça Deliver a 13-Goal Thriller
Inter Milan edged out Barcelona 4–3 in a dramatic second leg at San Siro, securing a 7–6 aggregate win to reach the Champions League final. Across both legs, the two teams delivered a 13-goal thriller — the highest-scoring UCL semifinal since the competition’s modern format began.

The first leg ended 3–3 with stunning goals from Thuram, Dumfries, and Raphinha. In the return leg, Lautaro led Inter with a goal and a penalty win, but Barça stormed back with goals from García, Olmo, and Raphinha again. Acerbi’s injury-time strike pushed the tie into extra time.

Just when penalties seemed likely, Davide Frattesi scored in extra time to send Inter through in unforgettable fashion. A combined 13 goals, lead changes, and late drama — this semifinal will be remembered as one of the greatest in Champions League history.