Inter Milan secured a place in the 2025 UEFA Champions League final after a stunning 4-3 victory over Barcelona in the second leg of their semifinal, claiming a 7-6 aggregate win. The thrilling encounter at the San Siro on May 6, 2025, featured 13 total goals, unforgettable comebacks, dramatic stoppage-time equalizers, and heart-pounding extra-time action.

A Match of Unbelievable Drama

From the very first whistle, the match promised chaos. Inter Milan, spurred on by their passionate home fans, took an early lead with Lautaro Martínez’s goal. But Barcelona quickly responded, with Eric Garcia’s stunning volley and Dani Olmo’s header leveling the score. Just as Barcelona seemed to take control, Inter’s Francesco Acerbi delivered an unforgettable 93rd-minute equalizer, sending the San Siro into delirium.

Inter’s Stunner in Extra Time

With both teams locked at 3-3 in the second leg, and 6-6 on aggregate, the match moved into extra time. In the 99th minute, Davide Frattesi struck the decisive goal, a clinical finish that secured Inter Milan’s spot in the final, leaving Barcelona in despair.

“It’s an unbelievable feeling,” said Frattesi after the match. “When I scored, I knew we were going to the final.”

Barcelona’s Resilience and Frustration

Despite a brilliant fightback from Barcelona, including Raphinha’s potential winner in the 87th minute, they couldn’t hold on. In the final moments of extra time, goalkeeper Yann Sommer’s crucial save from Lamine Yamal kept Inter’s dreams alive. The defeat left Barcelona, who had dominated the 2024-2025 season, heartbroken as they failed to close out the game, a fatal flaw that ultimately cost them a Champions League final berth.

Inter Milan’s Path to Glory

With the win, Inter Milan moves on to face the winner of the PSG vs. Arsenal semifinal in Munich on May 31, 2025. The match, which was filled with rollercoaster emotions and strategic brilliance, will go down in history as one of the greatest semifinals in Champions League history. Inter Milan’s incredible resilience and thrilling victory now have them dreaming of continental glory.

Key Moments from the Match:

• Lautaro Martínez’s opener for Inter Milan

• Eric Garcia’s exquisite volley for Barcelona

• Francesco Acerbi’s dramatic 93rd-minute equalizer

• Davide Frattesi’s match-winning goal in extra time

• Yann Sommer’s key saves that helped secure the win

This Champions League semifinal has redefined the standards of excitement, with Inter Milan emerging as the ultimate underdogs, defeating Barcelona in one of the most electrifying contests in European football.