Inter Women secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Austria Vienna during their UEFA Women’s Champions League fixture at the Franz-Horr Stadion, with captain Ivana Andrés scoring the equalizing goal in the 93rd minute. The result lifts the Italian side to four points after two matches in the continental tournament’s league phase, following an opening win against Häcken.
Late Equalizer Rescues Inter After Dominant Austria Vienna First Half
The visiting side endured a difficult opening hour under intense pressure from the Austrian hosts. Austria Vienna capitalized on their early dominance when Uka broke the deadlock in the 21st minute, driving a powerful left-footed shot from distance into the bottom corner past goalkeeper Rúnarsdóttir. In the post-match assessment, coach David Sassarini acknowledged the difficulties encountered by the squad during the early stages of the match while emphasizing the team’s ability to react until the very end. Sassarini did not hide his regret regarding the initial approach, stating that the interpretation of the game was not up to the standard of the environment and the intensity that the Champions League requires
. The manager also noted, When you get the strategy wrong at the beginning, you have to change things on the fly
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Despite the tactical disadvantage and trailing at halftime, Inter reorganized after the break.
Substitutes Shift Momentum Before Final-Minute Breakthrough
As the second half progressed, the home team’s intense pressure began to subside, allowing Inter to carve out clear scoring opportunities. In the 71st minute, Raphino outpaced defender Wenninger in a footrace toward goal, but Austria Vienna goalkeeper Pal rushed off her line to narrow the angle and block the shot, while Magull sent the rebound wide of the target. Raphino squandered another promising chance shortly after, rounding the defense only for Pal to make another decisive save in a one-on-one situation.
With possession statistics showing Inter finishing the match with 59 percent of the ball compared to Austria Vienna’s 41 percent, the visitors finally broke through during stoppage time. In the 93rd minute—the final minute of regulation added time—Inter earned a corner kick. Goalkeeper Rúnarsdóttir advanced into the penalty area to join the attack. Following a chaotic scramble in the box where Polli’s initial attempts were blocked by the defense, the ball fell kindly to Ivana Andrés, who controlled the loose ball and slotted it past the goalkeeper to seal the 1-1 scoreline. Sassarini reflected on the dramatic conclusion by noting, When you equalize in the 93rd minute it is difficult to have regrets, we are happy to have drawn
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Inter earns four points before facing Lyon
The hard-fought point leaves Inter with four points after two rounds of the European campaign. In the other matches reported across the group, the Danish side HB Køge recorded a 5-1 victory against Servette, bouncing back from their opening-round defeat to Arsenal.
Inter’s European journey continues on Wednesday, October 28, when the squad travels to France to face French powerhouse Lyon in their next League Phase fixture.
When did Ivana Andrés score and who is next?
When did Ivana Andrés score her equalizing goal against Austria Vienna?
Ivana Andrés scored the equalizing goal in the 93rd minute during stoppage time, securing a 1-1 draw for Inter Women in the UEFA Women’s Champions League.
Who scored Austria Vienna’s goal in the match?
Uka scored Austria Vienna’s opening goal in the 21st minute of the first half with a powerful left-footed strike from distance.
Who is Inter Women’s next opponent in the UEFA Women’s Champions League?
Inter will face French club Lyon away from home in their upcoming European fixture scheduled for Wednesday, October 28.
How many points does Inter have after two matches in the league phase?
Inter has accumulated four points from their opening two matches in the continental competition following their earlier victory against Häcken.
