Inter’s Solid Semi-Final Lead Against AC Milan Jeopardizes Carlo Ancelotti’s Dream of a Champions League Final
Carlo Ancelotti’s hopes of a dream Champions League final between Real Madrid and AC Milan have been dealt a blow after Milan suffered a 2-0 defeat to city rivals Inter in the semi-final first leg at San Siro.
Goals from Edin Dzeko and Hakan Calhanoglu gave the Nerazzurri the upper hand at half-time in the tie, leaving Milan with a daunting task in the second leg.
Despite the setback, Ancelotti is expected to rally his team ahead of the return fixture, before taking charge of Real Madrid just 24 hours later. Meanwhile, Real Madrid’s own semi-final prospects hang in the balance after a draw against Manchester City, setting up a winner-takes-all second leg with the Premier League champions who will have the advantage of playing at home.
