Inter vs Liverpool – Match Summary
Liverpool snatched a late 1–0 victory over Inter at the San Siro in a tightly contested Champions League clash. In a match dominated by tactical discipline and physical battles, it was Dominik Szoboszlai who broke the deadlock with a composed penalty in the 88th minute. The win sees Liverpool level on points with Inter in the group standings, intensifying the race for the top spots.
Inter vs Liverpool – Final Score
Inter 0–1 Liverpool
(HT: 0–0)
Goals:
- 88’ — Szoboszlai (LIV) (Penalty)
Inter vs Liverpool – Timeline & Events
- 11’ — 🔄 Substitution: Calhanoglu goes off injured early; Zielinski replaces him.
- 13’ — 🟨 Card: Lautaro Martinez booked for tripping.
- 31’ — 🔄 Substitution: Another injury blow for Inter as Acerbi is replaced by Bisseck.
- 32’ — ❌ Goal Disallowed: Konate heads in for Liverpool, but VAR rules it out for a handball in the buildup by Ekitike.
- 39’ — 🟨 Card: Ekitike booked for a foul.
- 57’ — 🟨 Card: Mkhitaryan receives a yellow card for holding.
- 88’ — ⚽ GOAL! Dominik Szoboszlai converts a penalty to give Liverpool the lead. (0–1)
First Half Analysis
The first half was a war of attrition. Inter suffered early blows losing Hakan Calhanoglu and Francesco Acerbi to injury within the first 30 minutes, disrupting their rhythm. Liverpool thought they had taken the lead in the 32nd minute when Ibrahima Konate headed home, but VAR correctly intervened to penalize a handball by Hugo Ekitike. Possession was evenly split, but Liverpool looked slightly more dangerous going forward.
Second Half Analysis
The second half continued in the same vein, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut chances from open play. Inter defended resolutely but offered little threat in the final third, registering an xG of just 0.43. The turning point came late on when Liverpool were awarded a penalty after a VAR review. Szoboszlai held his nerve to beat Sommer, securing a vital three points for the visitors.
xG Reality Check: Inter 0.43 | Liverpool 1.47
Key Match Factors
- Injury Crisis: Inter lost two key starters (Calhanoglu and Acerbi) in the first half, which severely impacted their game plan.
- Defensive Resilience vs. Late Drama: Inter’s defense held firm for 87 minutes until the penalty decision broke their resistance.
- Goalkeeper Heroics: Yann Sommer made 4 saves to keep Inter in the game, but couldn’t stop the penalty.
- Discipline: A physical game saw 5 yellow cards (3 for Inter, 2 for Liverpool).
Player of the Match
🏆 Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool)
Kept his cool to score the winning penalty and was a constant presence in Liverpool’s midfield.
Inter vs Liverpool – Player Ratings
| Inter | Rating | Liverpool | Rating |
| Sommer | 7.0 | Alisson | 7.5 |
| Bisseck (Sub) | 5.9 | Wirtz (Sub) | 7.7 |
| Zielinski (Sub) | 6.3 | Bradley (Sub) | 6.4 |
| Bastoni | 6.5 | Szoboszlai | 7.5 |
| Martinez | 6.0 | Konate | 7.0 |
Inter vs Liverpool – Match Stats
| Stat | Inter | Liverpool |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 0.43 | 1.47 |
| xG on Target (xGOT) | 0.09 | 1.22 |
| Possession | 50% | 50% |
| Total Shots | 9 | 12 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 5 |
| Big Chances | 2 | 1 |
| Corners | 6 | 3 |
| Passes (Accuracy) | 418 (86%) | 440 (89%) |
| Fouls | 14 | 11 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 2 |
| Goalkeeper Saves | 4 | 2 |
Top Performers
- Dominik Szoboszlai (LIV): Match-winner and midfield engine.
- Florian Wirtz (LIV): Made a huge impact off the bench with a 7.7 rating.
- Yann Sommer (INT): Made vital saves to keep the scoreline tight.
- Alisson (LIV): Solid when called upon, keeping a clean sheet.
Underperformers / Weak Links
- Inter Attack: Struggled to create, with only 0.43 xG and 2 shots on target.
- Yann Bisseck (INT): Came on as a sub and struggled slightly (5.9 rating).
Substitutions Impact
- Florian Wirtz (LIV): Changed the game’s dynamic after coming on in the 68th minute.
- Piotr Zielinski (INT): Had to come on early for Calhanoglu but couldn’t dictate the game.
Tactical Breakdown
Inter:
- Disrupted Rhythm: Early injuries forced them into a shell.
- Set Pieces: Looked dangerous from corners (6) but couldn’t convert.
Liverpool:
- Patient Build-up: Maintained 50% possession and waited for their moment.
- Effective Subs: Slot’s changes, especially Wirtz and Bradley, added energy late on.
What This Result Means
- Inter: Drop to 5th place (12 pts) but remain in a strong position.
- Liverpool: Climb to 8th place (12 pts), level on points with Inter.
Next Fixtures
- 📅 Inter: vs Genoa (Serie A) – 14.12.2025
- 📅 Liverpool: vs Brighton (EPL) – 13.12.2025
Inter vs Liverpool – FAQs
Q: Who won the Inter vs Liverpool match?
A: Liverpool won 1–0.
Q: Who scored the goal?
A: Dominik Szoboszlai scored a penalty in the 88th minute.
Q: Why was Liverpool’s first goal disallowed?
A: Konate’s header was ruled out by VAR due to a handball by Hugo Ekitike in the buildup.
Q: Did Inter have any injuries?
A: Yes, Hakan Calhanoglu and Francesco Acerbi were both substituted in the first half due to injuries.
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