Inter Milan are approaching the final matchday of the Champions League league phase with their playoff outlook beginning to take shape.
One game remains, and while nothing is settled, the Nerazzurri now have a clearer idea of what could await them next.
Cristian Chivu’s side travel to Borussia Dortmund in the final round after defeat against Arsenal last time out.
That setback has complicated Inter’s push for a top-eight finish and increased the likelihood of a playoff tie.
Inter Currently Due To Face Marseille Or Leverkusen In Champions League Playoffs
MILAN, ITALY – JANUARY 20: Petar Sucic of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team’s first goal during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD7 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Arsenal FC at Stadio San Siro on January 20, 2026 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)
If the current standings were confirmed today, Inter would face either Marseille or Bayer Leverkusen in the playoff round.
Sky Sport projections, via FCInter1908, place the Nerazzurri in a bracket that would pit them against one of the two sides.
Indeed, both of whom offer very different challenges.
However, the final round still holds the power to reshape the picture.
Several teams remain separated by fine margins, and results across the continent could quickly alter seedings and pairings.
However, they will also need to keep an eye on outcomes elsewhere.
All scenarios will become official once the final league phase fixtures conclude on Wednesday, January 28.
Until then, Inter’s focus remains on closing this phase strongly. Only after the dust settles will the Nerazzurri discover who stands between them and a place in the Champions League round of 16.
