Inter Milan seeks revival against Barcelona in Champions League semi-finals

Inter Milan and Barcelona are set to face off in the UEFA Champions League semi-finals, recalling their dramatic 2010 encounter when travel disruptions led to a historic victory for Inter. Ahead of the first leg in Barcelona, both teams contended with a massive blackout in Spain and Portugal, though power was restored in time for Inter's scheduled flight. Inter enters the match on a poor run, having lost three consecutive games without scoring, a slump that coincided with the absence of key forward Marcus Thuram due to injury. Inter coach Simone Inzaghi highlighted the team's need to recover physically and mentally, as their hopes for another treble have faded. Meanwhile, Barcelona, under coach Hansi Flick, is buoyed by a recent win against Real Madrid, which Flick sees as momentum for the semi-final. Flick described Inter as a formidable opponent with strong defense and attacking transitions, emphasizing the team's focus and determination to reach their first Champions League final since 2015.