Inter Milan remains 10 points ahead in the league, which is significant as they reflect on their season; however, the team faces criticism for their recent poor showing against Norway's vice-champions, marking a distressing chapter in their European history. This disappointing defeat is reminiscent of past historical lows, particularly the 2000 elimination against Helsingborg, which was also in the Champions League, and this situation has both financial and reputational implications for the club. The current financial pressure is intense, as the club has reported a 20 million euro shortfall in their budget due to underperforming in the Champions League, leading to a larger deficit compared to last season, which underlines the urgency for the team to improve both on and off the field in order to achieve their financial and competitive objectives.