Inter Milan coach Simone Inzaghi was delighted after their Champions League win at Benfica.
Inter won 2-0 in the first-leg of their quarterfinal in Portugal via goals from Nicolo Barella and a Romelu Lukaku penalty.
“It was a great performance with hard work, running, determination and we enjoy this evening, but also know it is only the first 90 minutes. We did very well in both phases, allowing Benfica very little. The lads were extraordinary, but the second leg cannot be taken for granted,” Inzaghi told Sky Sport Italia.
“Let’s not forget that we had three games without winning, but we deserved more on the field. It meant we had to do more, we did that today and it’s a wonderful evening, but the tie will be decided next week.
“I don’t think we should forget this is our third away match in six games, with many players who were coming off international duty. It’s not an excuse, but these lads are really gritting their teeth to get through and only Inter have this tough a fixture list.”
Inzaghi, meanwhile, had no problem with Edin Dzeko being booked after he left the bench to celebrate with Lukaku his successful penalty.
“That is normal in football, you must always be united. In these 18 months you’ve never heard me complain about the effort of these players. We are still in three tournaments and have to keep going.”
