Inter Milan continued their impressive Champions League campaign with a 1-0 victory over RB Leipzig at the Giuseppe Meazza.
Also Read: UCL Match Report! Inter vs RB Leipzig Match Updates, News and Scores (26th November, 2024)
Federico Dimarco played a pivotal role, delivering the cross that forced the decisive own goal, while Simone Inzaghi’s side showcased their defensive solidity to maintain their perfect clean sheet record in Europe this season.
The Nerazzurri’s form in the competition remains exceptional, with four wins and a draw from five outings, temporarily placing them ahead of Liverpool in the standings.
Inter’s disciplined performance ensured RB Leipzig rarely threatened, and a collective effort in defense allowed Yann Sommer to notch his fifth consecutive clean sheet. Despite minimal attacking opportunities, the win highlighted Inter’s ability to grind out results on the biggest stage.
Player Ratings
Yann Sommer – 6
Barely tested but dealt confidently with Leipzig’s lone shot on target. Now the only goalkeeper with five clean sheets in the competition.
Benjamin Pavard – 5
Had a quiet game before being substituted due to a possible hamstring injury. (Bisseck 6)
Stefan de Vrij – 6.5
Solid and composed, benefiting from the absence of Benjamin Sesko in Leipzig’s attack.
Alessandro Bastoni – 6
Rarely called into action defensively and subbed off for rest. (Carlos Augusto 5.5)
Denzel Dumfries – 6.5
Energetic on the right, creating attacking threats and almost winning a penalty in the first half.
Nicolo Barella – 6.5
Excelled defensively in the closing stages, breaking up Leipzig’s late attacks and contributing to counter-attacks.
Hakan Calhanoglu – 6.5
Anchored the midfield effectively, showing discipline in his first game back from injury. (Henrikh Mkhitaryan 6)
Piotr Zielinski – 7
Brought creativity to the midfield, testing the goalkeeper with long-range efforts and adapting well to a deeper role later.
Federico Dimarco – 7.5
Inter’s standout player, causing constant problems for Leipzig with his crosses, including the one leading to the own goal.
Lautaro Martinez – 5.5
Struggled to make an impact with limited chances, registering just one shot on target. (Marko Arnautovic 5)
Mehdi Taremi – 6
Tried to carve out opportunities but lacked clear chances in front of goal. (Marcus Thuram 6)
Inter’s win reinforces their dominance in Group B as they march toward qualification with confidence and defensive mastery.
