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Benjamin Pavard scored for Inter Milan against his old team, Bayern Munich, securing a 2-2 draw at San Siro. This outcome advanced Inter to the Champions League semifinals with a 4-3 overall win.
WHAT HAPPENED?
The rainy second leg of the Champions League quarterfinals at San Siro was filled with tension and excitement. Bayern Munich took the lead when Harry Kane scored, tying the aggregate score. Inter’s Lautaro Martínez quickly put his team back in the lead. Then, Pavard scored a crucial header—his first goal for Inter since leaving Bayern last summer. Eric Dier’s goal for Bayern made it a close finish, but Inter held on. They now face Barcelona in the semifinals, their first appearance at this stage since their famous 2010 campaign.
THE BIGGER PICTURE
Pavard joined Inter from Bayern in 2023 for about €32 million, the biggest transfer in Serie A that summer. His impact is clear now. Under Simone Inzaghi, Inter lead Serie A and remain contenders for a historic treble. Pavard, known for his defense, came through at a vital moment against the team where he won four Bundesliga titles and the Champions League. Captain Lautaro Martínez, meanwhile, continued his impressive Champions League run and scored his 150th goal for Inter in this season. The team’s strong defense has only allowed four goals in this Champions League, showcasing their toughness.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR INTER & PAVARD?
Inter turns their focus to a big Serie A match against Napoli, with the league title within reach as they maintain a narrow lead over their opponents. They also face a Champions League semifinal match against Barcelona—a rematch of their 2010 classic tie. After Pavard’s memorable goal, he looks to build on this breakthrough. With dreams of winning all three trophies still alive, Pavard expressed the team’s ambition, stating, “We aren’t placing any limits on ourselves. Having come this far, we aspire to continue our journey.” Inter’s upcoming matches are crucial as they aim to keep their momentum going in both domestic and European competitions, competing closely with teams above and below them in the standings.
