Inter Milan Leads Bayern Munich 2-1 in Champions League Quarter-Final

Inter Milan holds a narrow 2-1 advantage over Bayern Munich heading into the Champions League quarter-final second leg, with the winner set to face Barcelona in the semi-finals. Tensions have been heightened after Bayern's Harry Kane and coach Vincent Kompany criticized Inter for their exuberant celebrations following the first-leg victory, though Inter midfielder Henrikh Mkhitaryan insisted the team was simply happy and remains focused. The first leg in Germany was dramatic, with late goals from Thomas Müller and Davide Frattesi, the latter securing Inter's win and earning a booking for his celebration. Bayern, historically successful at San Siro, remains confident of overturning the deficit, buoyed by strong fan support and a sense of anticipation. Both teams acknowledge the high stakes and emotional intensity, with each side emphasizing the importance of performance over off-field talk. The tie remains finely balanced, promising a high-stakes encounter at Milan's iconic San Siro stadium.