In a thrilling match, Manchester City and Internazionale faced off once again at the Etihad Stadium for the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, League Phase. Both teams entered the match eager to make an impact, with Manchester City looking to build on their recent domestic success and Internazionale seeking revenge for their narrow loss in the previous final. The game ended in a 0-0 stalemate, with both teams squandering chances in a high-tempo clash that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Man City vs Internazionale Head-to-Head
- Manchester City and Internazionale last met in the 2023 Champions League final, where City secured a 1-0 victory to win the coveted trophy.
- Both teams entered the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League League Phase with identical records (0-1-0), securing their first point of the competition with this draw.
Man City vs Internazionale Lineups and Substitutes
Here are the Man City vs Internazionale lineups today (Sep 19, 2024)
Manchester City (4-3-3)
Starting Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Ederson
- Defenders: Rico Lewis, Manuel Akanji, Josko Gvardiol, Jack Grealish
- Midfielders: Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne (C), Bernardo Silva
- Forwards: Savinho, Erling Haaland, Kevin De Bruyne
Substitutions:
- Minute 45: Kevin De Bruyne replaced by Ilkay Gündogan
- Minute 45: Savinho replaced by Phil Foden
- Minute 80: Bernardo Silva replaced by Jérémy Doku
Internazionale (3-5-2)
Starting Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Yann Sommer
- Defenders: Francesco Acerbi, Alessandro Bastoni, Yann Bisseck
- Wing-backs: Matteo Darmian, Carlos Augusto
- Midfielders: Hakan Çalhanoglu, Nicolò Barella, Piotr Zielinski
- Forwards: Marcus Thuram, Mehdi Taremi
Substitutions:
- Minute 65: Marcus Thuram replaced by Lautaro Martínez
- Minute 66: Piotr Zielinski replaced by Henrikh Mkhitaryan
- Minute 75: Matteo Darmian replaced by Denzel Dumfries
- Minute 75: Yann Bisseck replaced by Benjamin Pavard
- Minute 82: Hakan Çalhanoglu replaced by Davide Frattesi
Man City vs Internazionale First-Half Summary
The first half was a tense affair, with both sides displaying defensive discipline. Manchester City dominated possession but struggled to break down Internazionale’s resolute defense. Erling Haaland, looking to add to his incredible scoring tally, came close on several occasions but was thwarted by Inter’s goalkeeper, Yann Sommer. Kevin De Bruyne was forced off just before half-time due to injury, replaced by Ilkay Gündogan, which disrupted City’s momentum. Internazionale looked dangerous on the counter but couldn’t find the back of the net, ending the half goalless.
Man City vs Internazionale Score at Half-Time: Manchester City 0-0 Internazionale
Man City vs Internazionale Second-Half Summary
The second half followed a similar pattern with both teams pushing for a breakthrough. Inter introduced key substitutes, with Lautaro Martínez and Henrikh Mkhitaryan adding fresh energy to their attack. However, despite numerous chances, the finishing touch eluded both sides. City piled on the pressure in the final stages, with Phil Foden and Ilkay Gündogan both coming agonizingly close to scoring. In the dying minutes, Gündogan’s header narrowly missed the target, and Inter’s Henrikh Mkhitaryan sent a shot just over the bar, leaving the match scoreless at full time.
Man City vs Internazionale Score at Full-Time: Manchester City 0-0 Internazionale
Man City vs Internazionale Stats
| Man City vs Internazionale Stats | Manchester City | Internazionale |
| Possession (%) | 61% | 39% |
| Shots | 22 | 13 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 4 |
| Corners | 8 | 5 |
| Fouls | 12 | 15 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
Man City vs Internazionale Timeline
- 33′: Rúben Dias (Man City) receives the first yellow card of the match for a foul on Piotr Zielinski.
- 45’+2′: Nicolò Barella (Internazionale) misses a golden chance to score, sending his shot high over the bar just before halftime.
- 45′: Ilkay Gündogan replaces the injured Kevin De Bruyne, adding creativity to City’s midfield.
- 66′: Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Lautaro Martínez come on for Inter, sparking life into their attack.
- 75′: Manchester City make their final substitution, bringing on Jérémy Doku for Bernardo Silva.
- 89′: Ilkay Gündogan (Man City) nearly wins it for City with a powerful header, but Yann Sommer pulls off a spectacular save.
Goals:
No goals were scored in this match.
Fouls:
- Manchester City committed 12 fouls, with Rúben Dias earning the only yellow card.
- Internazionale committed 15 fouls but avoided any bookings.
Man City vs Internazionale Result and Impact on Points Table
The draw leaves both Manchester City and Internazionale with 1 point each, as neither side could find a way past the opposing defense. The result adds tension to Group A of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League League Phase, with both teams now needing to perform well in their upcoming fixtures to secure a top-eight spot and direct qualification to the knockout rounds.
Man City vs Internazionale Man of the Match
Yann Sommer (Internazionale) was named the Man of the Match for his outstanding goalkeeping performance. He made several crucial saves, including a point-blank stop from Erling Haaland, keeping his team in the game and securing a valuable point.
While Manchester City vs Internazionale ended in a goalless draw, it was far from a dull affair. Both teams created numerous chances but were unable to find the back of the net. For Manchester City, it was a frustrating night as they dominated possession but failed to break down Inter’s disciplined defense. Internazionale, on the other hand, will be pleased with their defensive resilience and will take confidence from securing a point at the Etihad Stadium. With more matches to come in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League League Phase, both teams will need to sharpen their finishing if they want to progress further in the competition.
