Fifteen years after their famous final clash in Madrid, Bayern Munich and Inter Milan rekindle their Champions League rivalry, this time in the quarter-finals.
The Allianz Arena plays host to two of Europe’s elite sides, with the Germans seeking revenge and the Italians chasing continental glory once more.
Bayern Munich arrive at this stage off the back of a commanding two-legged triumph over Bayer Leverkusen, showing both dominance and depth.
They’re chasing their seventh Champions League crown and a domestic-European double, though injuries threaten to derail their momentum.
Inter Milan, meanwhile, dispatched Feyenoord with relative ease in the last round, demonstrating trademark Italian defensive steel and clinical finishing.
While Bayern boast firepower, Inter possess the kind of tactical discipline that could frustrate any attack—setting up a classic clash of styles in Munich.
Bayern Munich Overview
Vincent Kompany’s Bayern are back in rhythm, unbeaten in their last eight matches across all competitions and scoring freely in Europe with 28 goals so far.
They’re an unstoppable force at home in the Champions League, riding a 22-game unbeaten streak at the Allianz Arena.
However, key injuries are starting to pile up at the worst possible time. Without Jamal Musiala and a few senior defenders, Kompany will have to lean on experience and adaptability to carve open one of Europe’s meanest defences.
Inter Milan Overview
Simone Inzaghi’s Inter are defensively resolute and tactically sharp, having conceded just two goals in this entire Champions League campaign.
Their midfield control and structured press have strangled opponents throughout the tournament, while their attack led by Lautaro Martinez has delivered when needed.
Yet, their away form is a concern, just two wins in their last eight on the road, and they’ve historically struggled against Bayern. They’ll need to be near-perfect on Tuesday night to avoid heading back to San Siro with a deficit.
Team News
Bayern Munich
The biggest blow for Bayern is the loss of Jamal Musiala to a torn muscle, removing a key creative spark.
He joins a crowded injury list including Alphonso Davies, Dayot Upamecano, Kingsley Coman, and Manuel Neuer.
Veteran Thomas Muller is expected to return to the starting lineup, while Harry Kane—despite a minor ankle scare—is fit and ready to lead the line.
Inter Milan
Alessandro Bastoni is a fitness doubt after being subbed off at half-time against Parma, though signs are positive for his return.
However, Kristjan Asllani is suspended, and Inter will also be without Mehdi Taremi, Piotr Zielinski, and Denzel Dumfries due to injuries.
Davide Frattesi is expected to fill in alongside Calhanoglu and Mkhitaryan in midfield.
Predicted Line-ups
Bayern Munich (4-2-3-1):
Urbig; Laimer, Kim, Dier, Guerreiro; Palhinha, Kimmich; Olise, Muller, Sane; Kane
Inter Milan (3-5-2):
Sommer; Acerbi, Bisseck, Bastoni; Darmian, Calhanoglu, Frattesi, Mkhitaryan, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez
