In an epic match from start to finish, the Champions League semifinal first leg between Barcelona and Inter ended in a thrilling 3-3 draw at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Tuesday. Marcus Thuram opened the scoring for Inter just 30 seconds into the game, setting a record for the fastest goal in a UCL semifinal. Meanwhile, Barcelona’s 17-year-old star Lamine Yamal celebrated his 100th appearance with a stunning goal. Although he struck the post later in the game, his overall performance was remarkable.
Denzel Dumfries excelled for Inter, scoring two goals from corner kicks, showcasing his importance in set pieces. With the second leg promising to be just as captivating, it’s an excellent opportunity to review the performances from this unforgettable match.
Player Ratings
Barcelona Player Ratings
- Wojciech Szczesny: 5/10 - Struggled with set pieces and failed to make crucial saves.
- Lamine Yamal: 9/10 - Outstanding performance with a goal and impressive runs.
- Ferran Torres: 8/10 - Regularly threatened the opposing defense and scored.
- Dani Olmo: 7/10 - Pressured the goalkeeper with several attempts.
Inter Player Ratings
- Denzel Dumfries: 9/10 - Fantastic match with two goals and an assist.
- Marcus Thuram: 8/10 - Showed exceptional skill and scored early on.
- Yann Sommer: 4/10 - Could have saved more despite facing multiple shots.
