MILAN, May 6, 2025 — Davide Frattesi fired Inter Milan into the UEFA Champions League final with a dramatic 99th-minute winner in extra time, sealing a sensational 4-3 victory over Barcelona on the night and a 7-6 aggregate triumph in one of the most thrilling semifinal ties in recent memory.
The Italy midfielder struck under heavy rain at the San Siro, sending the home crowd into ecstasy and capping a match full of twists, late goals, and high drama. With the win, Simone Inzaghi’s Inter Milan will now face either Arsenal or Paris Saint-Germain in the final in Munich later this month, aiming for their fourth Champions League title.
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Inter’s European Dream Stays Alive
Inter’s road to the final had already seen them eliminate Bayern Munich, but this match surpassed all expectations. Leading 2-0 at halftime thanks to goals from Lautaro Martínez and a Hakan Çalhanoğlu penalty, Inter looked to be in control. But Barcelona roared back in the second half, leveling through Eric Garcia and Dani Olmo, both assisted by the impressive Gerard Martin.
Raphinha then scored what appeared to be the winner in the 88th minute, putting Barcelona ahead 3-2 on the night and 6-5 on aggregate. However, in stoppage time, Francesco Acerbi struck back with a vital equalizer to force extra time.
Frattesi the Hero
In the first half of extra time, Frattesi latched onto a loose ball and drilled home a powerful finish, marking the most important goal of his career and sending Inter fans into raptures. His seventh goal of the season was enough to seal Inter’s place in the final and end Barcelona’s hopes of a historic quadruple.
Sommer’s Heroics Crucial
Inter’s goalkeeper Yann Sommer was instrumental in the victory, making several key saves — including a crucial stop from Lamine Yamal in the 113th minute that preserved the lead.
Looking Ahead
Inter Milan now march into their second Champions League final in three seasons, riding a wave of momentum. With domestic ambitions having faded, European glory remains firmly within reach.
