Inter was thought to be a favourite for the Serie A title, having - between others - three world champions in their squad.

[1] Well placed in the league, the side also reached the quarter-finals of the UEFA Cup after comebacks against Rapid Wien and Aston Villa.

[2] Trapattoni's team managed to progress to the final, beating also Atalanta and Sporting Lisboa.

[3] Lost hopes for the Scudetto, due to losses from the Genoa sides in May, Inter saved the season by winning the UEFA cup.

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