Sat May 03 19:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Barcelona and Inter Milan Battle to Thrilling 3-3 Draw in Champions League Semifinal
**Barcelona, Spain** – Barcelona and Inter Milan fought to a breathtaking 3-3 draw in the first leg of their Champions League semifinal clash at the Olympic Stadium. The match, a rollercoaster of goals and near misses, leaves everything to play for in the second leg at the San Siro.
Inter Milan, despite suffering three consecutive defeats leading up to the game, started with a bang. Marcus Thuram scored the fastest goal in Champions League semifinal history after just 30 seconds, followed by a stunning acrobatic effort from Denzel Dumfries at the 21st minute, leaving Barcelona stunned.
However, Barcelona’s response was spearheaded by the sensational 17-year-old Lamine Yamal. In his 100th appearance for the club, Yamal scored a magnificent solo goal, hit the woodwork twice, and created numerous chances, earning rave reviews from both managers. Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi called Yamal a “phenomenon born every 50 years,” while Barcelona’s Hansi Flick simply described him as “special” and a “genius.”
Barcelona’s comeback was completed by Ferran Torres, equalizing before halftime. Despite Inter regaining the lead through another Dumfries goal from a corner, Barcelona struck back almost immediately, Raphinha’s shot deflecting off Yann Sommer to level the score at 3-3. The final stages saw several more close calls and incredible saves, leaving the tie delicately poised.
Both managers expressed satisfaction with the result, acknowledging their opponent’s strength. Inzaghi praised his team’s performance against “the most attacking team in the world,” while Flick highlighted Inter’s prowess from set pieces. Barcelona will be hoping to have key players like Alejandro Balde and Robert Lewandowski back for the second leg, while Inter faces uncertainty surrounding Lautaro Martínez’s injury. The return leg promises another electrifying encounter.
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