Inter Milan's Impressive Champions League Defensive Record Ends
Inter Milan conceded their first goal in the UEFA Champions League after approximately 540 minutes, resulting in a 1-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen.
In a pivotal UEFA Champions League match, Inter Milan's unbeaten and clean sheet streak came to an end with a 1-0 loss to Bayer Leverkusen. The decisive moment occurred in the 90th minute when Nordi Mukiele scored, capitalizing on a pass from Martin Terrier. This goal marked the first time Inter had conceded in the competition this season, ending a run of approximately 540 minutes without allowing a goal.
Under the management of Simone Inzaghi, Inter had maintained a solid defensive record, not conceding in their first five group stage matches. Their last goal conceded in the Champions League was during the previous season's Round of 16 second leg against Atlético Madrid, when Memphis Depay found the net.
Throughout the match against Leverkusen, Inter focused primarily on defense, especially in the second half, where they failed to register a shot on target or earn a corner kick. This conservative approach ultimately proved costly, as Mukiele's late goal dashed their hopes of preserving their unbeaten status.
Despite this setback, Inter remains in contention for advancing to the knockout stages. However, the loss serves as a reminder of the challenges ahead and the importance of maintaining concentration until the final whistle.