Atletico Madrid Vs Inter Milan – Nerazzurri Vying For Three Crucial Points To Secure Automatic Champions League R16 Qualification | OneFootball

Inter Milan travel to Atletico Madrid knowing a win could seal their place in the Champions League Round of 16.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, this clash could define Inter’s path to the last-16.

With four wins from four matches, the San Siro giants have set one foot in the knockout stages.

However, the Nerazzurri are eager to avoid the dreaded playoff round, just as they did last season.

Inter Milan Put Champions League Last-16 Qualification on the Line vs Atletico Madrid

PARMA, ITALY – MAY 18: Cristian Chivu head coach of Parma calcio during the Serie A match between Parma and Napoli at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 18, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by Alessandro Sabattini/Getty Images)

Cristian Chivu has enjoyed a remarkable start to his managerial adventure in the Champions League.

Furthermore, he could guide Inter to a flawless five-win start in the Champions League for the first time in club history.

Standing in his way will be Atletico Madrid, seeking an all-important win after dropping six points in the first four rounds.

Despite the magnitude of the task ahead, Inter can rely on their superb away form at Europe’s top table.

Indeed, Chivu’s men head into proceedings on a six-game unbeaten streak in the Champions League road fixtures.