Inter de Milan moves on to the quarter-finals of the Champions League after defeating Feyenoord 2-1 (4-1 on aggregate) at the iconic San Siro on March 11, 2025. The win was secured with goals from Marcus Thuram and Hakan calhanolu, demonstrating the team's strength even with several key players resting.
Despite being without standout contributors such as Federico Dimarco due to injury, and Nicolo Barella, Lautaro Martinez, and Alessandro Bastoni who were saved for future fixtures, the Inter squad showed remarkable depth. The team is vying for glory both domestically and on the European stage. Coach Simone nzaghi emphasized the importance of managing player fatigue as they prepare for Bayern Munich next round.
Feyenoord needed what seemed like a miracle to overcome the 2-0 deficit from the first leg but fell short. Inter started strong, with Thuram scoring just eight minutes after the whistle, putting the Serie A champions on the right path. Although Jakub Moder equalised just before halftime, calhanolu's successful penalty put Inter back on top and cemented their lead.
The match was held at the Giuseppe Meazza Stadium, which has the capacity to hold 75,000 spectators. This electrifying clash drew fans eager to see if Feyenoord could stage an upset.”
Prior to this encounter, Inter's last league game was against Monza, where they secured victory with a scoreline of 3-2. Meanwhile, Feyenoord's previous outing ended with a goalless draw against NEC, resulting in fans' concerns over their form heading to the big match at San Siro.
Following the win against Feyenoord, Inter de Milan has set their eyes on the next challenge: facing Bayern Munich. Their match against the German giants is slated for April 8-9, with the return leg taking place on April 15-16, marking another chapter for the team hoping to demonstrate their prowess throughout Europe.
Historically, Bayern Munich versus Inter de Milan has been quite the fixture, and with both clubs steeped in rich football traditions, the upcoming clash has fans and analysts alike on the edge of their seats.
The stakes couldn't be higher. The winner of the Bayern-Inter matchup will advance to the semi-finals and face either Barcelona or Borussia Dortmund, making the outcome of this duel pivotal.
On social media, excitement is palpable. "🚨🎨 Inter VS Bayern in the Champions League Quarter-Finals. 🔥🔥🔥" was one of the tweets catching the eyes of many football enthusiasts eagerly anticipating two high-level showdowns. The Inter fans, hopeful and determined after their strong performance against Feyenoord, are now dreaming of European glory.
The attention is on sharp shooters like Thuram and how players like calhanolu can translate their Champions League experience to perform against Bayern's iconic pressure. Both clubs are known for their attacking styles and tactically rich defenses, which promises thrilling football action. With such high stakes, no one can predict the outcome.
While Inter tackles their domestic league duties, their Champions League aspirations remain abuzz on the back of solid performances, and the anticipation among fans is electric. What lies next for Inter is yet to be seen, but their confidence is riding high post-defeated Feyenoord and the expectation continues to evolve as they venture head-to-head with Bayern Munich.