Due to the European achievement in 1963–64 season, Inter also debuted in the Intercontinental Cup facing off with Independiente.
After two legs, the aggregate score resulted in a draw; the cup was awarded by a tie-breaker, in which Inter won 1–0 at extra time.
[1] The following months saw a historical comeback from the side, that won 13 times and drew twice: 28 points were earned this way, resulting in first place.
[1] On May 27, a year on exactly from the previous win, Inter retained the European title by beating Benfica at the San Siro: Jair was the scorer.
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