Manchester City faced Internazionale in the Champions League with key events including Sommer saving a shot from Foden in the 69th minute and Haaland missing a header in the 37th minute. De Bruyne was also denied a shot on goal by Bastoni in the 4th minute. Inter had chances, with Thuram missing a shot in the 16th minute and Clyne’s weak shot in the 29th minute going wide. The first half ended goalless, with Inter looking dangerous on the counter.
City made four changes to their lineup, with Rodri, Bernardo Silva, Gvardiol, and Dias starting. Inter brought back Bastoni, Zieliński, Barella, and Çalhanoğlu after their draw at Monza. The match was played amidst controversy over the new Champions League format and the teams’ kit designs.
The game saw a low-energy start in the second half, with Foden’s shot going high and wide in the 48th minute. City dominated possession, while Inter looked dangerous on the break. Despite some chances for both teams, the match ended in a 0-0 draw. Guardiola and Inter coach Inzaghi expressed their satisfaction with the performance of their teams.
This match sets the stage for a competitive group stage in the Champions League, with both City and Inter looking to secure their spot in the knockout rounds. The game highlighted the strengths and weaknesses of both teams as they navigate the challenges of European competition.
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