Both Milan giants are trying to become the first Serie A side to win Europe’s top club competition since Inter last lifted the trophy in 2010
Lautaro Martinez
Inter Milan set up a blockbuster derby in the Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday after a 3-3 draw with Benfica saw the Italians through 5-3 on aggregate.
ADVERTISEMENT
Simone Inzaghi’s side will face local rivals AC Milan in the last four thanks to goals from Nicolo Barella, Lautaro Martinez and Joaquin Correa which ensured straight-forward qualification. Both Milan giants are trying to become the first Serie A side to win Europe’s top club competition since Inter last lifted the trophy in 2010.
“We are happy and proud to represent this shirt and great club. The derby will be a very special match. I play this sport to win everything, I’m happy to be in the semi-finals, this club deserves be there,” said Inter striker Lautaro Martinez.
Also Read: Real Madrid beat wasteful Chelsea to reach Champions League semis
Inter had come this tie on a miserable run where their only win in their last eight games had come in last week’s first leg in Portugal. The win set up two clashes with Milan next month. It also snapped a three-match home losing streak.
This story has been sourced from a third party syndicated feed, agencies. Mid-day accepts no responsibility or liability for its dependability, trustworthiness, reliability and data of the text. Mid-day management/mid-day.com reserves the sole right to alter, delete or remove (without notice) the content in its absolute discretion for any reason whatsoever
Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!
