UEFA Champions League
Inter go second with comfortable Champions League win at Sheriff
A ruthless second-half performance earned Inter Milan a comfortable 3-1 win away to Sheriff Tiraspol on Wednesday (Nov 3) to send them above the Moldovan debutants into second place in Group D.
Inter were left frustrated as they mustered 14 attempts to no avail before the break, but the hosts’ resistance eventually broke when Marcelo Brozovic fired home early in the second half.
Milan Skriniar doubled the Nerazzurri’s lead before substitute Alexis Sanchez powered home a third within a minute of his introduction, and Adama Traore headed in a stoppage-time consolation for Sheriff.
“Now the qualification is in our hands, we are second and we knew we had to win both games against Sheriff. We were good, there are no easy games and the guys were good and lucid,” Inter coach Simone Inzaghi said.
Inter climbed into second spot on seven points, one ahead of Sheriff in third and six clear of bottom side Shakhtar Donetsk, but two points adrift of group leaders Real Madrid.
“We are masters of our destiny now. The only thing that mattered was to win today, we played well and conceded very little to Sheriff. We are all happy,” Brozovic said.
“During the break the coach told us that we had to have more patience and play the ball with more pace, explaining that we would have scored 100%.”
Sheriff began their maiden Champions League campaign by sensationally beating Shakhtar and Real before losing to Inter at San Siro, making this an unexpectedly crucial clash in the battle for a place in the knockout stages.
Inter dominated the first half, boasting 67% possession and having 14 attempts on goal, although only one found the target as they failed to break down the resilient hosts.
Edin Dzeko headed wide from a corner and later had an effort well saved by Giorgios Athanasiadis, while Lautaro Martinez came close five minutes before the interval when his shot from the edge of the area struck the post.
Sheriff’s resistance broke in the 54th minute when Brozovic feigned a shot with his left foot at the edge of the area before dragging the ball back to his favoured right and shooting into the bottom corner.
Inter’s corner kicks had caused problems for the Sheriff defence and were the source of the second goal, with Stefan de Vrij heading a delivery straight at Athanasiadis before Skriniar tucked in the rebound at the second time of asking.
Sanchez needed less than a minute to make his mark after being introduced on the 82nd minute, thumping a powerful strike into the roof of the net for his first Champions League goal since February, 2017.
The home crowd, who had little cause for excitement all evening, were finally given something to cheer at the death when Traore headed home a Sebastien Thill cross.
-Reuters
UEFA Champions League
TikTokers spend 27 hours in stadium toilet to watch Champions League final for free
A pair of Belgian TikTokers say they spent 27 hours in an Allianz Arena toilet last weekend before watching Paris St Germain beat Inter Milan in the Champions League final for free.
Neal Remmerie and Senne Haverbeke told VRT News they managed to get into the Munich stadium the day before the match and hid in a toilet cubicle.
After sticking a homemade “Out of Order” sign on the door, the pair waited in silence for more than a day as stadium staff used the facility.
“We had a backpack with snacks and we played around on our phones to kill time,” Remmerie told the Belgian public broadcaster.
“The lights were on all the time and the sitting position was uncomfortable, so sleeping was almost impossible. That made it physically and mentally difficult.”
Once they heard fans starting to use the toilets on matchday, the pair left their bolthole and made their way past ticket inspectors to join the 86,600 crowd in the stands.
“We looked carefully at which security guard was paying the least attention. While on the phone and with food in our hands, we just walked on, and suddenly we were inside,” Remmerie added.
“PSG won 5-0 and we were also in the supporters’ section of the winning team. It was the most beautiful football match we have ever seen.”
The Allianz Arena and UEFA did not immediately respond to an emailed request for comment.
Those fans who made their way into the match more conventionally had to pay anywhere from 90 to 950 euros ($100-$1,100) for their tickets.
-Reuters
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How Heineken Scored a Five-Star UEFA Champions League Experience for Nigerian Fans
Indeed, it was an evening where football merged with lifestyle. Nigerian music stars Fido and Wande Coal brought their A-game, performing crowd favourites that had fans singing along and dancing well into the night.
Their live performances added vibrant colour to an already electrifying evening, keeping the energy alive after the final whistle.
Hard core fans cut across gender, as displayed by the ladies during the Heineken Watch Party in at the Lagos Continental Hotel last Saturday
Adding star power to the experience was ex-Super Eagles striker Julius Aghahowa, who mingled freely with guests, posed for pictures, and shared expert insight on the game, delighting fans with his presence and personal touch.
“This year’s UEFA Champions League final is not just a match—it’s a cultural moment,” said Maria Shadeko, Portfolio Manager for Premium Beer at Nigerian Breweries. “We’re blending world-class football with unforgettable lifestyle experiences. Through our activities, we’re celebrating the real hardcore fans—the ones who make the game magical from wherever they are.”
Shadeko added that Heineken’s goal is to ensure Nigerian fans feel seen and celebrated. “They may not be in Munich, but they’re just as important to the spirit of the game. That’s why we go all out—every year—to make this night one to remember.”
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The Balmoral Event Centre, Federal Palace Hotel, Lagos was completely transformed into an electrifying arena, with a dominant wave of the iconic Pepsi blue.
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