Inter Milan have now learned the identity of their opponents in the Champions League group stage. Thursday’s draw pitted the Nerazzurri in the same group with Benfica, Red Bull Salzburg and Real Sociedad
The Beneamata were in Pot 2 which featured some of the highest-ranked clubs who haven’t made it to Pot 1 (reserved for the champions of highest-ranked leagues).
The Italian giants landed in Group D alongside Portuguese champions Benfica. This will be a rematch from last season’s quarter-finals.
Inter won the double tie 5-3 on aggregate and went all the way to the final before falling just short against Man City in Istanbul.
Simone Inzaghi’s men will be looking to replicate their success over the Eagles for the second time in a year.
Inter Milan To Play Against Benfica, Red Bull Salzburg And Real Sociedad In Champions League Group Stage
Red Bull Salzburg joined from the third pot. The long-time Austrian champions have been producing a plethora of top-notch youngsters over the past years.
Their star factory is still delivering brilliant talent. They will be looking to present their case against the Nerazzurri and the other clubs in Group D.
Finally, fourth-pot representatives Real Sociedad complete the group’s ranks. The Spaniards return to the competition after finishing fourth in La Liga standings last season.
The first matchday of the new season will be played on the 19th and 20th of September. The Nerazzurri will be determined to finish on top of the group or as runner-ups to get access to the knockout stage.
