They are not stronger — Juventus legend makes UCL final prediction

They are not stronger — Juventus legend makes UCL final prediction

Faruq Ibrahim 15:42 - 23.05.2025

Two-time UCL finalist features the Champions League final between Inter and PSG.

Despite his natural rivalry with Inter, having spent 25 years on the books of Juventus, retired midfielder Claudio Marchisio fancies the Nerazzurri’s chances of winning the Champions League final against PSG, citing their completeness.

Inter will face the Parisians on May 31st in Munich, and the 39-year-old, who played two UCL finals with the Old Lady—defeats in 2015 and 2017 to Barcelona and Real Madrid, respectively—previewed the contest.

What Marchisio said 

In a conversation with RMC Sport, Marchisio highlighted Inter’s qualities on both ends of the pitch. He praised PSG’s qualities as well, and although his assessment leaned more towards Inter, as he found them more complete, he believes anything can happen in a one-off game.

“I don’t think Inter are stronger, but I do find them more complete—in terms of organisation, both offensively and defensively,” Marchisio said. “Anything can happen in a single match. It will be a great final.”

“PSG have grown throughout the Champions League campaign, especially in that tie against Manchester City. They’re a talented team and they’ve shown that this season.”

Meanwhile, Inter Milan appear to have received a significant boost with reports suggesting captain and leading goalscorer Lautaro Martinez is set to feature in the team’s final Serie A game against Como on Friday, effectively putting him in contention for the final against PSG.