Tops & Flops In Inter Milan Hard-Fought UEFA Champions League Triumph Vs RB Leipzig – Italy Megastar Shines, Iran Ace Falters | OneFootball

Inter Milan talisman Nicolo Barella was impressive, but Mehdi Taremi failed to live up to the billing in a tight win against RB Leipzig.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Italian midfielder was the highest-rated Nerazzurri star in a dramatic UEFA Champions League triumph.

Castello Lukeba’s own goal midway through the first half decided an evenly contested showdown at Giuseppe Meazza.

A lapse of concentration from the French center-back helped Inter to an all-important 1-0 victory on home turf.

However, it wasn’t plain sailing by any stretch of the imagination.

On the contrary, Inter had to go above and beyond to put another win on the board.

Simone Inzaghi made a few changes in the midfield following a 5-0 demolition of Serie A minnows Hellas Verona last weekend.

Piotr Zielinski took Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s place and delivered a phenomenal performance.

Nicolo Barella Shines but Mehdi Taremi Flops in Inter Milan Tight UEFA Champions League Win vs RB Leipzig

Per the pink paper, Zielinski produced arguably his best showing in the Nerazzurri shirt.

Despite his injury-hit start to life at Meazza, the Polish star has been omnipresent in the Champions League.

Indeed, he made his fourth European start for Inzaghi’s team last night, showcasing his undeniable class.

Likewise, Barella was nothing short of exceptional.

The diminutive midfielder emerged as the beating heart of Inter’s midfield, delivering another electrifying display.

Barella’s energy and determination were off the charts, helping the Italians handle Leipzig’s intense pressure.

However, Taremi, who had a rare chance to start, couldn’t find his footing.

Indeed, the 32-year-old replaced Marcus Thuram in the heart of Inzaghi’s frontline.

While his work rate was commendable, the Iranian superstar often faltered in the box.

His inability to pose a threat to Leipzig’s backline made him one of Inter’s weakest performers.

Therefore, he’ll likely return to the bench when the Serie A champions take on Fiorentina on Sunday.