Inter Milan secured an important 3-0 victory against Empoli in the tenth round of Serie A, maintaining their strong position in the league. Following the match, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi shared his thoughts on the team’s performance and the significance of the win.
Inzaghi began by praising his players’ efforts, stating, “The boys were excellent. It wasn’t easy. We’ve seen what Empoli has done at home in recent months. We had a first half where we managed the ball, not quickly enough, but I told the boys that eventually, they (Empoli) would tire out. It’s an excellent victory that we wanted with all our strength.”
The coach expressed particular satisfaction with the team’s ability to overcome a challenging opponent, especially considering Empoli’s strong home record. He emphasized the importance of patience and persistence in breaking down their defence.
Inzaghi also commented on the performance of striker Lautaro Martinez, who has been a key player for Inter this season. “We are all satisfied with Lautaro. I know well what it means to score goals. Despite having a lower average in the league compared to other years, he is doing very well. We must continue to work,” he said. This statement underlines the coach’s confidence in Martinez’s abilities and the team’s commitment to continuous improvement.
The Inter manager took a moment to highlight the potential of young player Palacios, saying, “Palacios is a young player who is working very hard. He is a player of absolute quality. Now he needs to learn from more experienced teammates, but he will give us satisfaction.”
Addressing the ongoing Scudetto race with Napoli, Inzaghi offered a thoughtful perspective: “It’s a response to ourselves. In these two and a half days, I was conflicted because seeing a game like Sunday’s left me with the awareness that we deserved a little more.”
