UEFA Champions League: Inter Milan faces a major setback!

Bad news for Inter Milan: Benjamin Pavard will miss the first leg of the UEFA Champions League semi-final against FC Barcelona, scheduled for this Wednesday, April 30. The French defensive rock, who was injured during the Serie A match against AS Roma on Sunday, will not be traveling to Catalonia.

Suffering an injury in the opening minutes of the match, Pavard had to be substituted quickly. According to Italian media, tests conducted this Monday confirm an ankle sprain, ruling him out of the European clash.

This is indeed a significant blow for Simone Inzaghi, who will have to adjust his defense against Hansi Flick’s men.

Inter must draw on its resources

However, Inter Milan holds a glimmer of hope regarding Marcus Thuram. The French forward, absent in recent days due to injury, could potentially rejoin the squad for this crucial encounter.

His possible return would be a breath of fresh air for the Nerazzurri, who have been struggling on the domestic scene in recent weeks.

With Pavard's confirmed absence and uncertainty surrounding Thuram, Inter will need to draw on its resources to attempt an upset against Barça.

Amine Jomni |

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