Inter Milan have secured a crucial first leg victory over Portuguese side Porto in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16. The match was an evenly contested affair, with both sides creating chances throughout the match. However, it was Inter Milan who eventually broke the deadlock in the 88th minute, thanks to a well-taken goal from Romelu Lukaku.
The match began with both sides looking to take control of the game. Porto had the first chance of the match, but Inter Milan goalkeeper Samir Handanovic was equal to the task, making a good save to deny the Portuguese side. Inter Milan then had their own chance to take the lead, with Lukaku having a shot saved by Porto goalkeeper Agustin Marchesin.
The second half saw both sides continue to create chances, but it was Inter Milan who eventually broke the deadlock. In the 88th minute, Lukaku received a pass from Marcelo Brozovic and fired a powerful shot past Marchesin to give Inter Milan the lead. The goal was enough to secure Inter Milan a crucial first leg victory in the tie.
The victory was a huge boost for Inter Milan, who are now in a strong position to progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. The second leg will be played at the San Siro on March 17th, and Inter Milan will be hoping to secure another victory to ensure their place in the last eight of the competition.
Overall, Inter Milan’s victory over Porto was a huge result for the Italian side. Thanks to Lukaku’s late strike, Inter Milan have put themselves in a strong position to progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. The second leg will be played at the San Siro on March 17th, and Inter Milan will be hoping to secure another victory to ensure their place in the last eight of the competition.
