Inter narrowly missed direct qualification to the Champions League round of 16, despite a victory obtained on Borussia Dortmund’s field (2-0).
„Nerazzurri” will have to play a qualification double in the round of 16, even though they defeated Borussia Dortmund in the eighth round of the group stage. The combination of results placed Chivu’s team in a play-off spot for the round of 16, and the Italians were convinced by the Romanian coach.
Inter's performance in the match against Borussia Dortmund earned them a rating of seven from the Italians.
"Despite the rotation, his team, Inter, takes the field, even on a challenging field like Borussia Dortmund's, with a clear intention to win the match.
And they confirm another quality: even in situations where they seem to face difficulties, they never lose their way. Then they attack," wrote those at Tuttomercatoweb.
Inter finished the group stage of the Champions League in 10th place, with 15 points. Only the top eight teams in the XXL group standings qualify directly for the round of 16. Teams from 9th to 24th place qualify for a play-off for the round of 16.