A much-needed victory: Inter makes a strong comeback after the draw in Bologna and defeats Torino 3-0: These were the initial comments from Simone Inzaghi, Inter’s coach, speaking to DAZN.
What else do you take away besides the three points in a not-so-easy game? “The boys did well. Facing Torino after a day and a half of training wasn’t easy, but we started the game well. Then we lost our distances and intensity against an opponent that plays a difficult style. I was affraid about this match. Congratulations to the boys for an important victory in our journey.”
Can you describe Barella’s substitution? ” Nicolò was having a good game. But I decided to substitute him because he was booked; I was torn between subbing him or Mkhitaryan but I chose him.”
Did the result change with the substitutions. “Absolutely! We know that games have two phases: in the first hour, Torino maintained incredible intensity, and in the last half-hour, as often happens, games change. We have to use the five substitutions. I’m happy with everyone who came on. An important victory, it’s never easy in Turin. Torino kept up a great intensity for 60 minutes, and it wasn’t easy.”
About Thuram: “He arrived with great intentions and a strong desire to learn. He integrated well into the group. Last year, he played as a forward for the first time. He’s giving us satisfaction, but he needs to keep it up, like all his teammates.”
De Vrij performed well, and the team defended effectively. “Absolutely, De Vrij was a starter today, but we will choose from game to game.”
Regarding Milan-Juventus. “I will watch it with my children and my wife; it will be a great match.”
The Salzburg game will be decisive for the Champions League group. “Absolutely, they won at Benfica’s home, and we have two important matches with them in 15 days.”
Are you already thinking about the return of Lukaku for Inter-Roma? “I’m focused on Salzburg, a young team that runs a lot and has been playing together for many years. I need to concentrate on that.”
Can Lautaro break Immobile’s record? “Lauti is working very well. He returned just a day and a half ago with jet lag and a 14-hour flight, but he played a great game with a team that puts him in the best conditions to perform well.”
