In a shocking development, UEFA is reportedly preparing to ban Inter Milan from all European competitions for five years due to a major corruption scandal. The controversy centers on referee Simon Marsin, who is accused of accepting a €1 million bribe to manipulate the outcome of the Champions League clash between Barcelona and Inter Milan.
The bribe was allegedly intended to impact critical moments in the game, particularly by targeting Barcelona’s star midfielder Pedri. Controversial calls made during the match—including denying two clear penalty appeals and issuing a questionable red card to defender Andreas Christensen—are now believed to have been influenced by this scheme.
Encrypted messages, audio recordings, and suspicious financial transactions have tied Marsin and several business figures with connections to Inter’s leadership directly to the scandal. After holding an emergency meeting, UEFA’s disciplinary panel reportedly agreed to impose a five-year competition ban on Inter Milan. The match result is expected to be voided, paving the way for Barcelona to take their place in the final against Paris Saint-Germain.
This would be the first time in history a club is expelled from an ongoing UEFA tournament due to corruption. For Barcelona, this potential decision not only offers a route to the final but also symbolizes justice in the eyes of their supporters—many of whom are rallying behind the trending hashtag **#JusticeForBarça**.
The investigation was launched after whistleblowers came forward, and the evidence collected appears overwhelmingly strong. With the football world still processing the news, experts say the scandal could lead to significant reforms in how European football is governed.
Barcelona now awaits UEFA’s final confirmation, while fans at Camp Nou are preparing for a dramatic return to the Champions League final stage.
Stay tuned for updates.
