Inter Crush Parma 3-0, Spence Praises Fans' Welcome, Thuram Respects Coach's Decision
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- Inter Milan menutup laga melawan Parma dengan kemenangan meyakinkan 3-0 di San Siro, disertai clean sheet yang mempertegas perbaikan lini belakang.
- Djed Spence mengapresiasi dukungan luar biasa dari tifosi saat debutnya, sementara Marcus Thuram menegaskan fokusnya bersama Nerazzurri meski absen dari skuad Prancis.
- Konsistensi menjadi kunci menghadapi sembilan pertandingan dalam waktu dekat, dengan pelatih Chivu dinilai mampu menjaga fokus seluruh pemain.
Inter Milan secured a convincing 3-0 win over Parma in Serie A at the Stadio Giuseppe Meazza on Saturday (local time). The result not only added three points but also reaffirmed the solidity of Chivu's squad amid the packed schedule ahead.
The opening goal came from Petar Sucic, who pounced on a misplaced pass from Edoardo Corvi. Marcus Thuram doubled the lead, and one more goal completed the Nerazzurri's win. The victory also came with a clean sheet, an aspect Benjamin Pavard said the team is focusing on improving.
Djed Spence, who came on as a substitute in the 73rd minute, received a rousing welcome from the stands. The defender on loan from Tottenham Hotspur said he was delighted with the supporters' reception. “I am very happy. The welcome from the fans was truly incredible, and I thank them. It is a beautiful feeling. I have just recovered from a minor injury, and I am grateful for the warmth they showed,” he told Inter TV.
Spence also highlighted the challenges ahead. According to him, consistency is an absolute requirement to get through the run of nine games. He praised Chivu, who he said has been able to keep all the players focused and get the best out of them. “Consistency is essential, but Chivu is very good at keeping focus and getting the best out of us,” he added.
Benjamin Pavard, who returned to Inter for a second spell, said he was happy to play at San Siro again. He stressed the importance of the clean sheet as proof of the team's hard work. “I am happy to be back, playing at San Siro in front of these fans. Today we also kept a clean sheet. We have clearly worked on that aspect. I am happy with the team, let's keep going like this. France is France. We will see. I am happy at Inter and I do not put too much pressure on myself. I know Chivu, he has a close relationship with the players. He is very positive. I am very happy here,” he said in a press conference.
“I wanted to go, but the coach made his choice and I respect it. I stayed at Appiano, working well with the staff and the other players who stayed, and we played well today.” – Marcus Thuram
Marcus Thuram, who was named MVP alongside Sucic by DAZN, commented on his absence from the France squad. He stressed he had no issue with the coach's decision and remained focused on helping Inter. On his goal, Thuram said he was pleased to score his fifth in five matches against his hometown club. He also appreciated Mkhitaryan's overhead kick, which he said nearly became a beautiful goal.
Petar Sucic, the opening scorer, declined to respond to rumors of dissatisfaction over his playing time. “The match went well and I am happy. I am always happy when I play. The important thing is that we won. They may have had only one chance, so we have to be satisfied with this win. I know what I want to do: help the team, and do it as well as possible. I do not want to talk about rumors regarding my playing time,” Sucic said.
The win strengthens Inter's position at the top of Serie A, but the real test is maintaining momentum amid a packed schedule. With nine matches coming up soon, player rotation and fitness management will be decisive factors. Chivu is expected to keep mixing the best lineup without losing intensity. Meanwhile, players not called up to their national teams, such as Thuram and Pavard, could be an advantage as they can train fully at Appiano Gentile. The question is, can Inter maintain consistency and clean sheets against the tough opponents ahead?
