Inter Milan secured a thrilling 2-1 victory over Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarterfinal on April 9, 2025, thanks to a late goal from Davide Frattesi. The match, held at the Allianz Arena, was a rollercoaster of emotions, culminating in a dramatic finish that handed Inter a crucial advantage heading into the second leg.

The game began in favor of Bayern, who were looking to capitalize on their home advantage. However, it was Lautaro Martínez who struck first for Inter in the 38th minute. After a well-crafted team move, Martínez received a clever pass from Marcus Thuram and finished emphatically, putting the visitors ahead. Bayern’s Harry Kane, who had been a key player for his team this season, missed a couple of opportunities to score, including hitting the woodwork, which left him visibly frustrated.

As the match progressed, Bayern ramped up the pressure, and their efforts paid off when Thomas Müller, a substitute who recently announced his departure from the club at the season's end, equalized in the 85th minute. However, the joy was short-lived for the home side, as Inter struck back almost immediately. In a swift counter-attack, Nicolò Barella found Carlos Augusto, who assisted Frattesi for the winning goal in the 88th minute.

The result not only ended Bayern's impressive 22-match unbeaten home run in European competitions but also kept Inter's hopes alive of returning to the stadium for the final on May 31. With the second leg set to take place at the San Siro next week, both teams will be looking to secure a spot in the semifinals, facing the winner of the other quarterfinal between Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund.

Reflecting on the match, Müller stated, "Tonight wasn't a walk in the park... The chances converted were the key. We had a fair few chances, but unfortunately, the last counter makes it 2-1." This sentiment encapsulates the disappointment for Bayern, who now face an uphill battle in the return leg after a hard-fought contest.

With an exciting second leg on the horizon, both teams will be eager to prove their worth in this prestigious tournament, making for a compelling continuation of their Champions League journey.