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Inter Milan Proved to Be a "Superpower" in 2023 Champions League Final
8 Aug
Summary
- Inter Milan reached the 2023 Champions League final
- Inter were considered underdogs but gave Manchester City a tough match
- Inter had a slew of good chances to equalize in the final
According to Manchester City defender John Stones, Inter Milan were a "superpower" in the 2023 Champions League final, despite being considered major underdogs going into the match.
In an interview last month, Stones reflected on the 2023 Champions League final, where Inter Milan faced off against his Manchester City team. While City emerged victorious with a 1-0 win, Stones acknowledged that Inter had done remarkably well to reach the final in the first place, seeing off the likes of Barcelona, Porto, Benfica, and AC Milan along the way.
Though Inter's league form in the 2022-23 season had been inconsistent, the Nerazzurri proved more than a match for the Premier League champions on the European stage. Inter went "toe-to-toe" with City, largely restricting the English side from creating chances. At the other end, Inter had a "slew of very good chances to equalize" before ultimately falling short.
Stones' comments suggest that Inter Milan's performance in the 2023 Champions League final was far more impressive than their underdog status might have implied. The Italian club demonstrated their quality and resilience, pushing the eventual champions all the way in a closely contested final.
