The 2 quick goals scored by Inter Milan, at least it has shaken the mentality of the AC Milan players. It even took quite a long for Milan to find their rhythm. AC Milan played better in the second half and they actually had some good chances but it's a shame they couldn't take advantage of all of these opportunities. Milan still has a chance because there is still the Second Leg and it is very likely that Rafael Leao will be able to return to playing.
Inter Milan completed it well and they proactively attacked AC Milan very early and succeeded. I don't know what happened with Pioli and AC Milan players. Why they let Calabria to follow Dzeko in that corner kick? Calabria is weaker than Dzeko and it is a big defensive mistake from AC Milan. For a second goal, Inter Milan just did that counter attack too well.
Yesterday's match was a showcase of Inter's outstanding performance, which should have resulted in more than just 2 goals scored. Despite Milan's superior ball possession, Inter managed to create more chances. In the second leg, Milan will face a daunting challenge and their chances of overcoming the aggregate deficit are slim. I'm looking forward to the second leg because it's bound to be an emotional match, with AC Milan playing all-out.
With this in mind, there's a strong chance that Inter and Man City will meet in the final.
Inter Milan grew up a lot in tactics and they are one of most dangerous teams with counter attacking. Di Marco and Barela are too energetic and bring lot of speed, energy for their counter attacking. At their front line, they have some great players who can support each other like Lautaro, Dzeko, Lukaku and they can contribute for proactively defense too.
Inter Milan have big advantage after the first leg and they can beat AC Milan after all. Their task is more simply than Manchester City task. Manchester City will have to win against Real Madrid at Etihad to join the final match. It is not easy like Inter Milan that only need a draw or a minimal lose to be winner for that tie.