Here are the latest updates on Inter Milan vs Urawa Red Diamonds at the FIFA Club World Cup 2025:
Match Recap: Inter 2–1 Urawa Reds (Group E, June 21, 2025)
Drama in Seattle:
- Urawa struck first with Watanabe netting in the 11th minute via a deflected shot—his team’s sole attempt in over an hour
- Inter dominated with 26 shots (4 on target) and relentless pressure, but had to wait until the 78th minute for Lautaro Martínez to level the score with a spectacular volley—his 24th of the season
- In stoppage time (92′), Valentin Carboni, back from injury, completed the comeback, sealing a 2–1 victory and giving Inter a thrilling win
Context & Implications
- Inter tops Group E with 4 points (1 win, 1 draw), ahead of River Plate (3 points), while Urawa remain bottom with two losses
- The result keeps Inter on track for a knockout-round qualification, while Urawa must beat Monterrey to stay alive.
Tactical Notes & Player Highlights
- Inter’s dominance in possession and shot volume demonstrated their offensive strategy, though finishing lapses had delayed goals until late in both halves
- Lautaro Martínez, already a key figure, proved decisive again with his acrobatic equalizer .
- Valentin Carboni’s winner symbolizes resilience—returning from a serious knee injury to headline a comeback win
What’s Next?
- Inter’s next Group E fixture is against River Plate on June 25 in Seattle.
- Urawa will battle Monterrey (same day) to try and stay in contention.