As the excitement builds for the upcoming clash between Inter Milan and Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, Marcus Thuram also had his say ahead of the big match. Joining coach Simone Inzaghi, the striker participated in the pre-match press conference, discussing the eagerly anticipated first leg of the Champions League round of 16, set to take place at San Siro on Tuesday, February 20th, at 9:00 PM.
Thuram began the press conference with a light-hearted comment, stating, “Do you always sleep? Yes, I usually always sleep, even before matches like these. Tomorrow will be a beautiful game.”
Continuing, Thuram emphasized the team’s focus on themselves, stressing the importance of seriousness and concentration. He highlighted the need for a strong performance at home, acknowledging the quality of Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann while expressing confidence in the team’s ability to handle such challenges collectively.
Expressing his satisfaction with the team dynamics, Thuram shared, “I feel very good here, with my teammates. We are friends even off the field. Being in such a team is beautiful. Since I’ve been here, I’ve learned a lot, game after game.”
In his closing remarks, Thuram praised his teammate Lautaro Martinez, labeling him as one of the best in the world, if not the best. He emphasized the collaborative effort within the team, highlighting the honor of having Alexis Sanchez among them. Thuram acknowledged the constant guidance from Inzaghi and expressed his personal commitment to continuous improvement, both on and off the ball.
