Context:

Inter Milan and Barcelona are set to clash in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals, following a thrilling 3-3 draw in the first leg. Inter's Lautaro Martinez has overcome a thigh injury and will partner Marcus Thuram in attack, while Hakan Calhanoglu returns after serving a domestic suspension. Barcelona faces defensive challenges with injuries to key players Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde, leading to Eric Garcia's inclusion at right-back. Despite these setbacks, Barcelona's attacking lineup remains unchanged, with Lamine Yamal and Raphinha expected to be pivotal. Both teams are battling injuries, but Inter seeks redemption after being 2023 finalists, while Barcelona aims for a sixth European title with a potential face-off against Real Madrid in La Liga looming ahead.

Dive Deeper:

• Inter Milan and Barcelona meet again after a dramatic 3-3 draw in the first leg, where Lamine Yamal and Raphinha showcased outstanding performances, leading to a thrilling comeback for Barcelona.

• Lautaro Martinez has recovered sufficiently from a thigh injury to start alongside Marcus Thuram, with Inter Milan benefiting from a fresh squad as several key players rested during the recent domestic game against Verona.

• Hakan Calhanoglu, having served a domestic suspension, returns to strengthen Inter's midfield, which will be pivotal in controlling the game's tempo against Barcelona's dynamic offense.

• Barcelona's defensive line is compromised due to injuries to Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde, forcing coach Hansi Flick to adapt by including Eric Garcia at right-back and maintaining trust in Gerard Martin on the opposite flank.

• Robert Lewandowski remains on the bench as he continues recovery from a hamstring strain, while the front six remains unchanged, emphasizing continuity in Barcelona's attacking strategy.

• Both teams have their eyes on the prize, with Inter aiming to overcome last year's disappointment as finalists and Barcelona seeking to add a sixth European title to their illustrious history.

• This encounter is not only about the Champions League but also impacts Barcelona's plans for an upcoming crucial La Liga Clasico against Real Madrid, adding further significance to the choices made by coach Hansi Flick.

• Inter Milan and Barcelona reconvene in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League semifinals, six days on from serving up an instant classic.

• Inter led 2-0 and 3-2 at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys but were pegged back as Lamine Yamal produced a bravura performance.

• The Barca winger scored a magnificent goal to start the initial fightback, while his fellow Ballon d'Or contender Raphinha smashed home a brilliant equaliser in off goalkeeper Yann Sommer to ensure we head to San Siro all square.

• Both teams have injury concerns in key positions. Will beaten 2023 finalists Inter get another shot at glory or will Barcelona head to Munich in search of a sixth European title?

• RECAP: How Barcelona and Inter's incredible 3-3 first-leg draw unfolded

• Inter Milan vs. Barcelona lineups, starting 11, team news Star striker Lautaro Martinez could only manage 45 minutes in last week's game as he continues to manage a thigh problem. However, a report in the print edition of La Gazzetta dello Sport on Monday suggested the Argentina international would be ready to partner first-leg goalscorer Marcus Thuram up front, and that is indeed the case.

• Hakan Calhanoglu served a domestic suspension at the weekend but that merely meant he was one of several first-choice stars who sat out the weekend win over Verona. Like his opposite number, Inter boss Simone Inzaghi is coming into this one with the benefit of fresh legs.

• Inter Milan predicted starting lineup (3-5-2): Sommer (GK) — Bisseck, Acerbi, Bastoni — Dumfries, Calhanoglu, Mkhitaryan, Barella, Dimarco — Martinez, Thuram

• Inter Milan subs: Di Gennaro (GK), J. Martinez, De Vrij, Zielinski, Arnautovic, Frattesi, Asllani, Augusto, Darmian, Re Cecconi, Zalewski, Taremi

• Injured: Martinez (thigh, doubt), Pavard (ankle)
  Suspended: None

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• Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has a headache in both fullback positions and must also weigh rushing any players back against the looming demands on a pivotal La Liga Clasico against Real Madrid this coming Saturday.

• Jules Kounde will miss out after limping off during the first leg, while Alejandro Balde has not recovered in time from a hamstring injury of his own.

• Eric Garcia fills in at right-back, while Flick has kept faith with Gerard Martin on the other flank despite him being substituted at halftime last week.

• The Barcelona front six remains unchanged from the initial encounter, with Robert Lewandowski on the bench as he recovers from a hamstring strain.

• Barcelona starting lineup (4-2-3-1): Szczesny (GK) — Garcia, Cubarsi, Martinez, Gerard Martin — Pedri, De Jong — Lamine Yamal, Olmo, Raphinha — Ferran

• Barcelona subs: Inaki Pena (GK), Astralaga (GK), Araujo, Gavi, Lewandowski, Fati, Christensen, Fermin, Pau Victor, Fort, Farre, Darvich

• Injured: Lewandowski (hamstring), Kounde (hamstring), Balde (hamstring, doubt), Casado (knee), Bernal (ACL)
  Suspended: None

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  Inter Milan vs. Barcelona Here's how to watch this Champions League semifinal, first leg across selected areas of the world's major regions:

• Region	TV	Streaming
  USA	TUDN USA, Univision	Paramount+, Fubo, ViX, TUDN.com, Univision Now, TUDN App
  Canada	—	DAZN
  UK	—	Amazon Prime Video
  Australia	—	Stan Sport
  India	—	JioTV, Sony LIV