Bayern Munich's remarkable 44-year streak of having at least one player in every FIFA World Cup final has officially ended after Harry Kane's England and Michael Olise's France were eliminated. Meanwhile, Inter Milan continues its historic run with at least one representative set to feature in a 12th consecutive World Cup final, thanks to Argentina's Lautaro Martínez.


Bayern Munich's 44-year FIFA World Cup final streak ends as inter milan keeps historic run alive

A remarkable chapter in FIFA World Cup history has come to an end as Bayern Munich will have no player in the World Cup final for the first time since 1982. The club's extraordinary 44-year streak, spanning 11 consecutive World Cups, ended after England and Bayern striker Harry Kane were eliminated from the tournament. Meanwhile, Inter Milan continues its impressive record, extending its run of having at least one player feature in the World Cup final for a 12th straight tournament. The historic milestone highlights the lasting influence of Europe's biggest clubs on football's greatest stage.

Bayern Munich's 44-year FIFA World Cup final streak ends | Inter Milan extends historic record

Inter have successfully overcome the traumatic end to last season under the calm guidance of coach Cristian Chivu, who was almost a novice at this level when he took over last summer.

Serie A | Inter Milan win Scudetto third time in six seasons

As things stand, Inter sit in second place in the Serie A with 78 points from 33 matches, while second place Napoli are now on 66 points from the same number of matches. Third place AC Milan are on 63 points from 32 matches and will be in action on Sunday. 

Serie A: All permutations explained as Inter Milan close in on Scudetto

For Bodo, Sondre Brunsted (20th minute), Jens Petter Hauge (61st minute), and Kasper Hogh (64th minute) scored a goal each in the second leg on Tuesday (Feb 24) while Pio Esposito was the only one to score for three-time winners Inter in the 30th minute.

Champions League | 'Sounds not true': How Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt created history with win over Inter

Inter, the three-time European champions who are currently 10 points clear at the top of Serie A, were expected to pummel their visitors in an attempt to turn the tie around. But Bodo/Glimt survived at the back before finishing off the tie in the second half.

Champions League play-offs: Bodo/Glimt show exit door to last season runners-up Inter Milan

Atletico Madrid were held by Club Brugge in a thrilling 3-3 draw, while Bayer Leverkusen took a big step towards reaching the last 16 by beating Olympiacos 2-0 away in Greece. Bodo/Glimt, Norwegian champions in four of the last six years, beat Inter Milan.

Champions League round-up: Norway's Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan, Atletico held to draw

The incident happened in the second half with the play happening in the middle area. A flare was thrown by away (Inter Milan) fans into the penalty area of home team which hit home (Cremonese) golie Audero. The goalkeeper immediately attended by the medical staff who ran onto the field.

Serie A | 'Chaos reigns in Inter Milan vs Cremonese': Fans throw flares, hit home team goalkeeper - WATCH

Defeat was harsh on sixth-placed Como who took the lead through Marc Oliver Kempf in the 10th minute but now sit five points from the Champions League positions after being frustrated by Rabiot's match-winning display and a stellar performance from another Frenchman in Mike Maignan.

Serie A: Rabiot, AC Milan give Como French lesson to stay on Inter's heels

Inter have won 11 of their last 12 matches in all competitions, their one defeat in that run coming at Napoli last month, and have established themselves as favourites for the Scudetto.

Serie A: Inter and Milan face off at San Siro for top spot as Napoli try to mount comeback

Inter and AC Milan had both threatened to abandon the city had the sale not been approved after having looked at sites in nearby suburbs.

San Siro on course for demolition after sale to Inter and AC Milan approved

Inter Milan, Borussia Dortmund advance to Club World Cup’s last 16, Argentina’s River Plate eliminated

Davide Frattesi fired Inter Milan into the Champions League final on Tuesday with an extra-time winner which gave the Italians a stunning 4-3 triumph over Barcelona. World | Football | Sports

Champions League: Davide Frattesi shoots Inter Milan into final after thrilling end against Barcelona

Robert Lewandowski's return is a huge boost for Flick as the veteran striker has scored 40 goals this season in all competitions for Barcelona. Sports, Football

Will Barcelona's Lewandowski start against Inter Milan in Champions League semis? Hansi Flick answers

Sports, Football: Inter looked on course for a fourth consecutive trophy in the tournament after goals from Lautaro Martinez and and Mehdi Taremi.

Italian SuperCup: Late Tammy Abraham winner sees Milan edge Inter in thrilling final

Inter Milan saw off Como 2-0 on Monday to stretch their unbeaten run in Serie A to 11 games and move back to within three points of leaders Atalanta. Defender Carlos Augusto headed in from a corner early in the second half before Marcus Thuram wrapped up a fourth successive league win with a thumping finish in stoppage time.

Serie A: Inter Milan beat Como to keep in touch with leaders Atalanta

Defender Carlos Augusto headed in from a corner early in the second half before Marcus Thuram wrapped up a fourth successive league win with a thumping finish in stoppage time.



Inter Milan moved a point behind Serie A leaders Napoli on Friday after seeing off Parma 3-1 at the San Siro ahead of a key Champions League clash at Bayer Leverkusen.

Nicolo Barella inspired Inter Milan beat Parma to close in on Serie A leaders Napoli

A Hakan Calhanoglu penalty gave Inter Milan a 1-0 victory over Arsenal in the Champions League on Wednesday, while a 93rd-minute winner ensured Atletico Madrid left Paris with all three points.

UCL: Inter Milan sink Arsenal, Atletico sting PSG late on as Barcelona back on track

Inter Milan won their first match of this season's revamped Champions League on Tuesday by sweeping aside Red Star Belgrade 4-0 at the San Siro. A stunning free-kick from Hakan Calhanoglu opened the scoring in the 11th minute under a downpour in northern Italy, before Marko Arnautovic rolled in his first goal of the campaign on the hour.

Inter Milan thrash Red Star 4-0 to claim first Champions League win

Manchester City made a sluggish start to their Champions League campaign as they drew 0-0 against Inter Milan on Wednesday, while Paris Saint-Germain needed a last-minute goal to beat tournament newcomers Girona.

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City held by Inter Milan, PSG beat tournament newcomers Girona 1-0

Inter Milan's new US owners Oaktree on Monday vowed to "ensure financial stability" at the Italian champions after predecessors Suning defaulted on a debt worth hundreds of millions of euros.

Inter Milan's new US owners promise financial stability

Inter Milan have dominated Italian football this season and when the final whistle blew on their 2-1 win over AC Milan at San Siro on Monday (April 22), marking the club's 20th Serie A title, it was a moment of sweet triumph for Simone Inzaghi's side.

Serie A: Inter, with five games to go, clinch 20th Scudetto after win over arch-rivals AC Milan

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Bayern Munich's 44-year FIFA World Cup final streak ends as inter milan keeps historic run alive

Bayern Munich's 44-year FIFA World Cup final streak ends as inter milan keeps historic run alive

Bayern Munich's 44-year FIFA World Cup final streak ends | Inter Milan extends historic record

Serie A | Inter Milan win Scudetto third time in six seasons

Serie A: All permutations explained as Inter Milan close in on Scudetto

UCL | 'Sounds not true': How Norwegian club Bodo/Glimt created history

UCL play-offs: Bodo/Glimt show exit door to last season runners-up Inter Milan

UCL round-up: Norway's Bodo/Glimt stun Inter Milan, Atletico held to draw

Serie A | WATCH - Inter Milan fans throw flares, hit Cremonese goalkeeper

Serie A: Rabiot, AC Milan give Como French lesson to stay on Inter's heels

Serie A: Inter and Milan face off at San Siro for top spot

San Siro on course for demolition after sale to Inter and AC Milan approved

Inter Milan, Dortmund advance to Club World Cup’s last 16, River Plate out

Champions League: Davide Frattesi shoots Inter Milan into final after thrilling end against Barcelona

Will Barcelona's Lewandowski start against Inter Milan in Champions League semis? Hansi Flick answers

Italian SuperCup: Late Tammy Abraham winner sees Milan edge Inter in thrilling final

Serie A: Inter Milan beat Como to keep in touch with leaders Atalanta

Serie A: Inter Milan beat Como to keep in touch with leaders Atalanta

Nicolo Barella inspired Inter Milan beat Parma to close in on Serie A leaders Napoli

UCL: Inter Milan sink Arsenal, Atletico sting PSG late on as Barcelona back on track

Inter Milan thrash Red Star 4-0 to claim first Champions League win

UEFA Champions League: Manchester City held by Inter Milan, PSG beat tournament newcomers Girona 1-0

Inter Milan's new US owners promise financial stability

Serie A: Inter, with five games to go, clinch 20th Scudetto after win over arch-rivals AC Milan