Feyenoord vs Inter Milan - 0-2 - Highlights - Champions League 2024-25.

Welcome to today's match between Feyenoord and Inter Milan in the Champions League. Feyenoord, currently fourth in the Eredivisie, are unbeaten in their last six games, including a goalless draw with NAC Nijmegen in Robin van Persie's managerial debut. The Dutch side, aiming to replicate their 2002 UEFA Cup success against Inter, have shown resilience despite injuries and managerial changes. Key players like Santiago Gimenez and Julian Carranza have been crucial, but defensive inconsistencies remain a concern. Van Persie will look to leverage their strong home record against Italian teams, having lost just once in 12 matches. Inter Milan, first in Serie A, boast one of the best defensive records in the Champions League, conceding just one goal in eight games. Under Simone Inzaghi, they have kept clean sheets in nearly 60% of their European matches. Despite a recent 1-1 draw with Napoli, Inter remain strong contenders, with Federico Di Marco and Lautaro Martinez leading the charge. However, their ageing squad and occasional lack of attacking sharpness could be exploited. Historically dominant against Dutch teams, Inter are unbeaten in 11 matches since their 2002 loss to Feyenoord, and will aim to continue their European momentum. This promises to be a tightly contested clash between two storied clubs. Feyenoord hosted Inter Milan in the Champions League round of 16 first leg at De Quip. The first half saw Inter take control early, with Marcus Thuram scoring in the 38th minute from close range after a well-worked move. Feyenoord struggled to break through Inter's solid defence, with Ibrahim Osman and Jakub Motor coming closest, but their efforts were saved or blocked. Inter's Lautaro Martinez also tested the keeper, while Feyenoord's David Henko missed a long-range attempt. The half ended 0-1 to Inter. The second half began with Inter doubling their lead in the 50th minute, as Lautaro Martinez slotted home a right-footed shot. Feyenoord responded with Jakub Motor hitting the woodwork in the 56th minute, but they failed to capitalise. Inter were awarded a penalty in the 61st minute after Jalan Mitchell fouled Marcus Thuram. But Piotr Zielinski's spot-kick was saved by Timon Wellenruther. Feyenoord pushed forward, with David Henko missing a header, but Inter's defence held firm. The match ended with Inter taking a strong advantage into the second leg.