Manuel Akanji went from strength to strength in last night’s Champions League clash between Inter Milan and Liverpool. According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Swiss center-back rose ...
Manuel Akanji went from strength to strength in last night’s Champions League clash between Inter Milan and Liverpool.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Swiss center-back rose to the occasion against familiar foes.
Cristian Chivu was worried about the 30-year-old’s fitness heading into the game.
Indeed, Manuel Akanji missed Monday’s training due to illness, throwing his availability for yesterday’s match into doubt.
However, he put himself as the coach’s disposal and put in a superb performance.
Manuel Akanji Impresses in Inter Milan 0-1 Liverpool Defeat
MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: Manuel Akanji of Internazionale acknowledges the fans after the team’s victory in the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Akanji started on the right side of Inter’s defense.
Yet, he had to switch to the middle after Yann Bisseck replaced injured Francesco Acerbi midway through the first half.
Despite changing positions, the Manchester City loanee continued to impress, making numerous crucial interceptions.
Furthermore, he looked comfortable on the ball, never losing composure despite Liverpool’s constant high press.
Meanwhile, Nicolo Barella delivered another energetic display.
Indeed, the diminutive star was Inter’s standout midfielder last night, especially after Hakan Calhanoglu’s withdrawal early in the first half.
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