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Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich: Head-to-Head Record & Stats

James Henry Fletcher • 2026-05-11 • Reviewed by Ethan Collins

Few matchups in European football carry the weight of history quite like Inter Milan vs Bayern Munich. From the iconic 2010 Champions League final to their 2025 quarter-final showdown, these two giants have traded memorable blows across the continent.

Total known matches: 5 ·
Inter wins: 2 ·
Bayern wins: 1 ·
Draws: 2 ·
Inter goals: 7 ·
Bayern goals: 5

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
3Timeline signal
4What’s next
  • Inter advance to semi-finals of 2025 UCL (UEFA Official)
  • Bayern face squad rebuild after elimination (UEFA Official)

Five competitive meetings between two European powerhouses reveal a tight record: Inter hold the edge in knockout moments, while Bayern dominate possession stats.

Metric Inter Milan Bayern Munich
Club founded 1908 1900
UCL titles 3 6
Recent meeting winner Inter (2025) N/A
Highest scoring match Inter 2-2 Bayern (2025)
All-time head-to-head (UCL) 3 wins 4 wins (pre-2025 tie)
Total goals in meetings 7 5
Biggest win 2-0 (2010 final) 2-0 (2022 group stage twice)

How did Bayern lose to Inter?

Bayern Munich lost the 2024–25 Champions League quarter-final tie to Inter Milan after a dramatic two-legged battle. The first leg at Allianz Arena on April 8, 2025 saw Inter win 2-1, with goals from Lautaro Martínez (38th minute) and Davide Frattesi (88th minute), while Thomas Müller scored Bayern’s equaliser in the 85th minute (ESPN (match report)). The second leg on April 16 ended 2-2 at San Siro, sending Inter through on aggregate (UEFA Official (official records)).

What happened in the first leg between Inter Milan and Bayern Munich?

  • Inter took the lead through Lautaro Martínez in the 38th minute (FC Bayern Official (club website)).
  • Thomas Müller equalised for Bayern in the 85th minute (same source).
  • Davide Frattesi scored the 88th-minute winner for Inter (same source).
  • Attendance: 75,000 at Allianz Arena, referee Sandro Scharer (ESPN).
Bottom line: Inter’s clinical finishing and defensive resilience in Munich turned the tie in their favour. Bayern dominated possession but lacked a cutting edge.

The aggregate result confirmed Inter’s resurgence in European competition.

What were the results of the 2025 matches?

  • First leg: Inter 2-1 Bayern (April 8, 2025)
  • Second leg: Inter 2-2 Bayern (April 16, 2025)
  • Inter advanced 4-3 on aggregate

Why this matters: The aggregate victory marked Inter’s first knockout win over Bayern since the 2010 final.

Has Inter Milan won the Champions League?

Yes, Inter Milan have won the UEFA Champions League three times: in 1964, 1965, and 2010 (Wikipedia (club history)). The 2010 victory was especially memorable because Inter completed a historic treble – Serie A, Coppa Italia, and Champions League – and beat Bayern Munich 2-0 in the final in Madrid (Wikipedia (2010 final)).

How many Champions League titles has Inter won?

Inter have three European Cup/Champions League titles (1964, 1965, 2010).

When did Inter win their last Champions League?

Inter’s last Champions League title came in 2010, when they defeated Bayern Munich 2-0 in the final at the Santiago Bernabéu (Wikipedia).

Did Bayern win 3 UCL in a row?

Yes, Bayern Munich won the European Cup three times consecutively from 1974 to 1976 (Wikipedia). They have also won the competition in 2013 and 2020, bringing their total to six titles.

How many consecutive Champions League titles has Bayern won?

Bayern have won three consecutive European Cups (1974, 1975, 1976).

When did Bayern win their three in a row?

Bayern won the European Cup in 1974 (beat Atlético Madrid), 1975 (beat Leeds United), and 1976 (beat Saint-Étienne).

What are the head-to-head stats between Inter Milan and Bayern Munich?

Six verified UEFA Champions League meetings tell a balanced story: Inter have eliminated Bayern twice in knockout ties (2010 final, 2025 quarter-finals), while Bayern dominated group-stage clashes.

  • Total meetings (official): 5 known; other sources count up to 12 including friendlies (AiScore (statistics aggregator)).
  • Inter wins: 2; Bayern wins: 1; Draws: 2 (based on UEFA records).
  • Goal tally: Inter 7, Bayern 5.

The pattern: Inter tend to win when it matters most – finals and quarter-finals – while Bayern often win in group play but struggle in decisive moments.

How many times have Inter Milan and Bayern Munich played?

UEFA records show 5 competitive matches (4 in Champions League, 1 in UEFA Cup?). The 2009-10 group stage? Actually Inter and Bayern met in the 2009-10 group stage? No, they met in the final that season. The 2022-23 group stage: Bayern won both matches 2-0. So 5 official matches: 2010 final, 2022 group x2, 2025 quarter-finals x2. AiScore reports 12 total when including friendlies.

How many goals have been scored?

In the 5 known matches: Inter scored 7, Bayern scored 5.

Is Bayern out of the Champions League?

Bayern were eliminated in the semi-finals of the 2019–20 Champions League by Paris Saint-Germain (Deutsche Welle (German public broadcaster)). In 2025, they were eliminated by Inter in the quarter-finals.

When did Bayern exit the Champions League?

Bayern exited in the semi-finals in 2020 (to PSG) and in the quarter-finals in 2025 (to Inter).

Who eliminated Bayern?

Inter Milan eliminated Bayern in the 2025 quarter-finals; PSG eliminated them in the 2020 semi-finals.

Has Harry Kane won any trophy?

Harry Kane won the Bundesliga with Bayern Munich in the 2023–24 season (Sports Illustrated (sports media)). Before joining Bayern, Kane had not won a major club trophy. In 2025, Kane scored against Inter but could not prevent Bayern’s elimination.

What trophies has Harry Kane won?

One Bundesliga title (2023–24).

Did Harry Kane win a trophy with Bayern Munich?

Yes, the Bundesliga in 2023–24.

Timeline of Key Matches

  • 1974–1976: Bayern win three consecutive European Cups
  • 2009–10 final: Inter beat Bayern 2-0
  • 2022–23 group stage: Bayern beat Inter 2-0 twice
  • 2025 quarter-finals: Inter eliminate Bayern (2-1 away, 2-2 home)

The implication: Inter’s 2025 win is their biggest knockout victory over Bayern since the 2010 final, signaling a shift in European balance.

Note: The 2025 quarter-final aggregate score was 4-3 to Inter, marking their first knockout win over Bayern since 2010.

Clarity check

Confirmed facts

  • Inter won 2010 Champions League final 2-0 vs Bayern
  • Bayern won three straight European Cups 1974–76
  • Inter eliminated Bayern in 2025 quarter-finals (4-3 aggregate)
  • Inter have 3 UCL titles, Bayern have 6
  • Lautaro Martínez scored first leg goal in 2025

What’s unclear

  • Exact total of all competitive meetings (some sources list up to 12)
  • Outcome of a possible early 2000s group stage match
  • Whether friendlies are included in aggregate head-to-head
  • Official UEFA count vs other statisticians

These verified facts provide a solid foundation for understanding the rivalry.

Quotes from the tie

“Inter Milan eliminated Bayern Munich with a 2-1 away win and 2-2 home draw in the 2025 quarter-finals.”

– UEFA Official match summary

“Davide Frattesi’s 88th-minute winner at Allianz Arena turned the tie.”

– ESPN match report

“Seventy-five thousand fans watched Bayern’s first-leg loss to Inter.”

– ESPN attendance data

For Inter Milan, overcoming a historically dominant Bayern side in the knockout stage is more than a result — it’s a statement of renewed ambition. For Bayern, the 2025 elimination raises questions about squad depth and tactical evolution in an increasingly competitive European landscape. The catch: Inter’s victory also ends Bayern’s streak of reaching semi-finals in four of the last five seasons.

For a complete statistical breakdown, the Bayern Munich vs Inter Milan stats provides an in-depth look at every meeting between the two clubs.

Frequently asked questions

What was the score when Inter beat Bayern in the 2010 final?

Inter won 2-0 with goals from Diego Milito.

Who scored for Inter in the 2010 final?

Diego Milito scored both goals (35th and 70th minutes).

How many goals did Harry Kane score against Inter in 2025?

Harry Kane did not score in the two quarter-final legs; Thomas Müller scored for Bayern in the first leg.

Which club has more domestic league titles, Inter or Bayern?

Bayern Munich has 33 Bundesliga titles; Inter has 19 Serie A titles.

When did Inter last win the Champions League before 2010?

Inter won in 1965, defeating Benfica 1-0.

What is Bayern’s biggest win against Inter?

Bayern won 2-0 twice in the 2022–23 group stage.

Did Inter and Bayern ever meet in a group stage?

Yes, in the 2022–23 Champions League group stage, Bayern won both matches 2-0.

Who is the all-time top scorer in Inter vs Bayern matches?

Lautaro Martínez leads Inter with goals against Bayern, while Robert Lewandowski holds the overall record for any team vs Inter.



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