Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain will clash in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League final, one of the most anticipated matches of the season. Ahead of the showdown, Inter received a boost as a key player has recovered from injury and is expected to start.
After a hard-fought Serie A campaign, Inter fell just short in the title race, finishing second—only one point behind Napoli. Despite that setback, the team is focused on capturing their first trophy of the season in the Champions League, now bolstered by the return of an important defensive piece.
French international Benjamin Pavard has recovered from injury and is available for selection in the final against PSG. Known for his defensive solidity and ability to carry the ball forward into dangerous areas, Pavard’s return will be crucial for Simone Inzaghi’s lineup.
Pavard struggled with fitness this season, missing key moments—including the Champions League semifinal second leg against Barcelona—due to an ankle injury sustained in the March 27 clash with Roma. According to La Gazzetta dello Sport, Pavard has participated fully in Inter’s training sessions leading up to the final, matching the intensity required.
Inzaghi has structured his defense around three main pillars: Alessandro Bastoni on the left, Francesco Acerbi in the center, and Pavard on the right. In Pavard’s absence, French compatriot Yannick Bisseck filled the right-back role, but Inzaghi is expected to reinstate his experienced defender for the final.
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The Champions League final is drawing global attention as PSG aims for their first-ever title, while Inter looks to claim their fourth. Pavard’s inclusion provides Inter with a significant defensive boost, strengthening their chances to hold firm against the French giants.
Pavard returns to Allianz Arena with memories to spare
Benjamin Pavard will visit the Allianz Arena in Munich once again—not as a Bayern Munich player, but representing Inter. The stadium holds positive memories for him, having spent four successful years with the German club, winning 11 trophies.
Notably, Pavard was part of the Bayern team that defeated PSG 1-0 in the 2019-20 Champions League final, with Kingsley Coman scoring the winner. Now, with Inter, he has the chance to prevent PSG from capturing their elusive first Champions League trophy.
