Simone Inzaghi Hints At A Positional Change For January Signing

Written By Onyeka Daniel

It really was a thrilling encounter at the Allianz Arena in Munich as Italian Serie A league leaders, Inter defeated the German Bundesliga league leaders, Bayern Munich, handing them their first UEFA Champions League home defeat in four years to take a step closer to the next round.

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Perhaps, this is why Simone Inzaghi was visibly satisfied as he entered the post-match press conference in the aftermath of quarter-finals first leg clash. He then emphasized that the team shouldn’t focus on the result, but rather on the type of game they played.

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The Nerazzurri showed immense character, fighting back at what was arguably the most delicate moment of the match, as the Bavarian giants had just equalized through Thomas Müller and were pushing for a late winner, instead, Davide it was Inter that struck again.

Davide Frattesi converting Carlos Augusto’s cross to restore a one-goal lead for the visitors. The goal, scored by a substitute, provided Inzaghi with another opportunity to praise his squad. “I know I have to thank these guys because tonight they gave everything,” Inzaghi told reporters.

“We had some absences, but we didn’t let that show thanks to the help of everyone. When I hear talk about substitutions, it frustrates me because it’s the whole Inter squad; all the players have helped us get to April and compete on all fronts.”

“It would be unfair to name specific players tonight. Lautaro and Barella were excellent, but so was everyone else. Frattesi came on and performed that way, after the last few days which weren’t very easy for him. Frattesi was one of the best against Udinese, seven days ago.”

“Against Milan in the derby, there was an unfortunate rebound that led to Milan’s goal, and Frattesi was talked about, but he had put in a performance of great effort. He’s always trained in the best way, and he must continue like this.”

“I’ve always said it — I’ve been lucky to find a group of guys like this, who are very attached to the Inter shirt and try to give everything on the field despite the difficulties.” Inzaghi admitted he is impressed by the way his players continue to work hard.

This is in spite the large number of matches played so far, with several injuries limiting rotations in recent months. “In the last two months, I’ve never had so many difficulties in terms of available players, with all these matches to play,” Inzaghi added.

“This team is pushing itself beyond his limits. We’ve played 47 matches, but the players don’t feel the fatigue, they work.“We’re in an emergency, but we knew it could happen. Now we have to be good at recovering players and understanding who needs rest.”

“At halftime today, Acerbi was on the treatment table, but then I spoke to him and he managed to continue. This victory should certainly give us even more motivation, but I know I’m asking for overtime from my players.“For Darmian, it was his fourth consecutive match.”

“This is after coming back from injury. In the upcoming matches, we’ll also consider Zalewski as an option on the right.” With their next game being a Serie A clash against Cagliari at the San Siro, it is most likely that we will see some changes to the starting line-up.

Stefan de Vrij should come in for Acerbi, while Zalewski should play on the right. For Federico Dimarco, who failed to make an appearance against in the UCL clash, he might also sit out the game against the Sardinia club, unless if it becomes necessary in the second half.

this is to help him attain full fitness as there are still much important games ahead, starting with the second leg UCL clash against Bayern, coming up right after the game against Cagliari and the second leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final clash against AC Milan slated for the 23rd of this month.

Despite acknowledging his satisfaction for the victory, Inzaghi insisted Inter should be particularly happy by the performance they put in against a strong opponent like Bayern. “We’re happy, we played a great match,” Inzaghi said.

“In my opinion, we shouldn’t focus on the result, but on the type of game we played against a great opponent, who played very well technically. We were a team and we played a great game, but this performance must be followed up in eight days.”

“You all know Bayern’s numbers. They hadn’t lost at home in the Champions League since 2021, but there’s one last step to take before reaching the semifinals. We were excellent, from start to finish. In the first half, we had more possession against a strong team.”

“Seeing a goal in the 91st minute from a quick build-up from the back is a great satisfaction. It’s definitely an important victory, like others. Finals are the ones you remember the most, or the Champions League derby.”

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“Tonight is a great satisfaction, but we know it’s only the first half, and the second leg will be at San Siro.” He further added. For now, they will turn their attention towards another objective, defending their Serie A title as they continue to aim for a treble win this season.

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