Inter Milan Prepares for Champions League Final with Experience in Mind
Strategist Anticipates Benefits from Contrived Defeat in 2023 Championship Final
Munich — Inter Milan, following a loss in the 2023 Champions League final, seeks to capitalize on the experience gained from that defeat as they face Paris Saint-Germain in Saturday's (21:00 CET/ZDF and DAZN) showdown in Munich. "The difference is the experience, especially in preparing for this final," said coach Simone Inzaghi. "Every game has its own story. But we've noticed all the details."
The Italians, who defeated formidable opponents such as Bayern Munich in the quarterfinals and Barcelona in two captivating semifinal matches, hope to exhibit less nervousness than their Parisian counterparts in the upcoming final. "We need concentration, determination, but not obsession. But we know how to behave. We have World and European champions in the team. We are confident after such a season. Now we don't want to stop," Inzaghi added.
Experience as a Key to Success?
Inter Milan is relying on the experience of its World and European champion players as an extra trump card. Captain Lautaro Martinez, who won the World Cup with Argentina in 2022, and midfielder Nicolo Barella, a member of the victorious Italian team at the European Championship in 2021, could be vital in fueling Inter's ambitions. "We're ready, we're charged up," declared Barella.
Meanwhile, PSG aims to maintain control of emotions and stay calm in order to achieve victory. Ousmane Dembele, a former Dortmund player who received a red card during the group stage match against Bayern in Munich, could become the decisive player for PSG. Coach Luis Enrique praised Dembele for his exceptional performance in the 2022-2023 season.
Inzaghi's Future Uncertain
A day before the much-anticipated matchup, coach Inzaghi declined to discuss future speculations linking him with Al-Ahli in Saudi Arabia. "I will talk to the president and the club about the future on Monday or Tuesday." The former professional, who still has a contract with Inter until the summer of 2026, emphasized his satisfaction and success with the club.
Inter Milan, with World and European champions like Lautaro Martinez and Nicolo Barella, is leveraging their experience to drive their ambitions in the Champions League final against Paris Saint-Germain. Simone Inzaghi believes the key to success lies in the details and the team's ability to maintain concentration and composure, having competed in and won major football tournaments.
