US EditionInter win over Barca marred by spitting claim as fresh footage emerges
- Inter Milan defeated Barcelona 4-3 after extra time in a Champions League semi-final on May 7, 2025, in a match marked by a spitting controversy.
- The incident occurred just before half time when Barcelona’s Inigo Martinez was seen seemingly spitting towards Inter Milan’s Francesco Acerbi following a penalty awarded to Inter.
- Footage released post-match showed Martinez seemingly spitting in Acerbi’s direction, which sparked a brawl and led to Acerbi’s teammates restraining him, with VAR briefly reviewing the incident.
- Inter won 7-6 on aggregate with Acerbi scoring his first Champions League goal late to force extra time, and Davide Frattesi securing the winning goal during the period.
- Martinez denied spitting and faces possible disciplinary action while Barcelona players, frustrated by officiating and the penalty call, now turn their focus to LaLiga after their Champions League exit.
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Barcelona star responds to claims he spat at Inter Milan player sparking bust-up - The Mirror
Barcelona crashed out of the Champions League at the semi-final stage after Inter Milan secured a 4-3 win in extra time, and the La Liga side could have had Inigo Martinez sent off after he was accused of spitting at Francesco Acerbi
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