Youth League Inter Benfica

FC Internazionale Milano (1) 1 - 1 (4) Sport Lisboa e Benfica

Match Report

FC Internazionale Milano and Sport Lisboa e Benfica faced off in a highly anticipated UEFA Youth League clash on Wednesday, with the Portuguese side emerging victorious after a penalty shootout. The match was evenly contested throughout, with both teams having their chances to win the game.

Inter took the lead in the first half through a stunning strike from Lorenzo Pirola, a 17-year-old defender. However, Benfica equalized in the second half through a penalty from Pedro Santos, a 19-year-old forward. With the scores tied at 1-1 after extra time, the match went to a penalty shootout.

Benfica won the shootout 4-1, with goalkeeper Samuel Soares saving two penalties. Inter goalkeeper Lorenzo Carboni also saved a penalty, but it was not enough to prevent Benfica from advancing to the next round of the competition.

The win was a major upset for Benfica, who are not considered one of the favorites to win the Youth League. However, they showed great determination and resilience to overcome Inter, who are one of the most successful clubs in the competition's history.

Benfica will now face Real Madrid in the next round of the Youth League. The match will be played on April 25th at the Alfredo Di Stefano Stadium in Madrid.