Simone Inzaghi was pleased with his players' performance and said they showed the quality and fighting spirit they deserved
2025-05-01 00:38
In the first leg of the Champions League semi-finals, Inter Milan tied Barcelona 3-3 with a stable formation, strong overall strength and unswerving fighting spirit.
Thuram scored a goal and Denzel Dumfries scored twice, becoming the focus of the game. This game was also the 50th Champions League game coached by coach Simone Inzaghi. He also became the seventh Italian coach to reach this milestone. After the game, Inzaghi expressed his opinion on the team's performance.
Simone Inzaghi said: "I am very satisfied with the team's overall performance. We played our own style and showed a very high level against the world's top opponents. Although two goals were ruled invalid, it is a bit regrettable, but we accept the result of the penalty. These details may indeed change the course of the game, but I am proud of the fighting spirit and strength shown by the players."
"Barcelona's attacking firepower this season is amazing, having scored 150 goals and is very strong. However, we responded with good tactical organization. Although several adjustments were made during the game, Yamal's individual ability was impressive and even brought some disappointment."
"It's been a while since I've seen such a special young player. Although we once again took the lead, it was obviously not enough to decide the game. As time went on, Barcelona's physical fitness declined, and we seized the opportunity to show the high level of the team."
"Lautaro is having some minor physical problems. Due to Thuram's absence, he has taken on the responsibility of playing in eight consecutive games, almost all of which were crucial battles. In this context, I would like to give special praise to Mehdi Taremi, who played well after coming on as a substitute and made an important contribution to the team."
"Lautaro was unable to hold on until the end of this game. We certainly hope that he can recover in time and participate in the second round, but the situation is not optimistic at the moment."
“A few years ago, Inter also drew 3-3 away from home. This Sunday, the team showed excellent form in a match with an intense pace and an atmosphere close to that of a final. The winner of the upcoming final will move on to compete with the other team, while the loser will stop.”
"We lost both Thuram and Denzel Dumfries before, they are so important. Thuram had just trained for 15 days yesterday, and his and Denzel Dumfries' performance in the game was really gratifying. The game density throughout the season is too high, and it is really difficult without them."
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