Match context

The match was played on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Lumen Field in Seattle. With both teams seeking their first win after draws in the opening round, the game began with intensity. Inter, led by Cristian Chivu, aimed to assert their status in the group, while Urawa Red Diamonds, coached by Maciej Skorża, focused on maintaining their strong defensive setup and trying to catch the Italians off guard.

The moment of magic

Around the 78th minute, with Inter Milan trailing and time running out, the breakthrough came. A cross from the right found Lautaro Martínez in the box, and the Argentine launched into the air for a flawless bicycle kick that sent the ball straight into the net. The stadium fell silent for a second—then erupted: the equalizer had arrived.

Moments later, substitute Valentín Carboni scored the match-winner in stoppage time, making it 2–1 for Inter, but it was Lautaro's bicycle kick that stole the spotlight—just as he had done against Monterrey in their opening game.