Results, Highlights, Stats, and Player Ratings
Internazionale defeated RB Leipzig 1-0 at the Stadio San Siro. RB Leipzig has not won any of their last 5 matches, and this loss has dropped them to 33rd place. Their position is now very risky. On the other hand, Internazionale has remained unbeaten in their last 5 matches. They are still at the top of the table.
Key Moments
Internazionale almost dominated the game, especially in the first half. In the 27th minute, Leipzig‘s Castello Lukeba scored an own goal, giving Internazionale the lead.
In the second half, Inter slowed down the pace, and Leipzig slowly regained their form. Leipzig had a chance to equalize, but Inter goalkeeper Yann Sommer made a key save, denying Antonio Nusa’s low shot.
Leipzig‘s loss could be due to missing several key players, including Xavi Simons and Lukas Klostermann, who were both injured.
Internazionale played well. They maintained their perfect defensive record, with no goals conceded in the group stage. They are the only team in Europe yet to concede a goal. Four consecutive clean sheets set their best record since 1966-67 and 2009-10.
Internazionale vs RB Leipzig Stats
|
Internazionale |
|
RB Leipzig |
|---|---|---|
|
57 |
Possession % |
43 |
|
4 |
Shots on target |
1 |
|
12 |
Shots |
7 |
|
484 |
Passes |
481 |
|
6 |
Corners |
5 |
|
1 |
Offsides |
0 |
|
2 |
Yellow cards |
2 |
|
0 |
Red cards |
0 |
|
11 |
Fouls conceded |
12 |
Internazionale had 6 corners, while RB Leipzig had 5. The data is similar, so the difference in corner opportunities between the two teams is not significant.
The passing numbers are close, with Internazionale completing 484 passes, slightly more than Leipzig‘s 481.
However, Internazionale had 57% possession, while Leipzig had 43%. This shows that, in general, Internazionale controlled the tempo of the game. Additionally, Internazionale had 12 shots, 4 of which were on target, while Leipzig had 7 shots, with only 1 on target. Internazionale had a slightly stronger attack.
Internazionale Player Ratings
Yann Sommer – 6: Had a quiet game with only one save to make. He dealt with it well and is now the only keeper with five clean sheets in the competition.
Benjamin Pavard – 5: Not much to do defensively before leaving the field with a potential hamstring injury. His replacement, Bisseck, did well.
Stefan de Vrij – 6.5: Had an easier time without Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, but still performed solidly and confidently in his defensive tasks.
Alessandro Bastoni – 6: Made just one tackle all match and was substituted in the second half. His replacement, C. Augusto, played decently.
Denzel Dumfries – 6.5: Was active in attack and almost won a penalty in the first half, although he was holding onto the defender at the time.
Nicolo Barella – 6.5: Played a crucial role in the final stages, making important defensive interventions and contributing to counter-attacks as Inter faced some late pressure.
Hakan Çalhanoglu – 6.5: Stayed disciplined in midfield, offering a solid performance in his return from injury. Mkhitaryan replaced him later.
Piotr Zielinski – 7: Had a few attempts from long range, testing Leipzig’s goalkeeper. Brought variety to the midfield and adapted well when needed at the base of midfield after Çalhanoglu’s exit.
Federico Dimarco – 7.5: Was a constant threat down the left. Delivered the ball that led to Leipzig’s own goal and made the most of the space in between their defenders and midfield.
Lautaro Martínez – 5.5: Had a quiet game in front of goal, with just one shot that was on target. Substituted during the match.
Mehdi Taremi – 6: Had more attempts on target than Martínez but was not presented with many clear goal-scoring chances. Thuram replaced him later.
