Inter Milan coach Leonardo feels his side is firmly back on track after they posted their fourth win in succession under the Brazilian’s stewardship.
Inter cruised to a 4-1 win over Bologna on Saturday, thanks to a brace from striker Samuel Eto’o, a win that lifted the reigning champions to fourth in Serie A.
The match was notable for another reason, with Inter captain Javier Zanetti matching Beppe Bergomi’s record of 519 Serie A appearances for the Nerazzurri.
But most pleasing for Leonardo was the resounding result, which he believes sends a clear message that his team is back on track after the disastrous reign of Rafael Benitez.
“I think this is the Inter we saw for such a long time. It’s a team with clear ideas and a clear vision of its football,” Leonardo said.
Inter moved to within eight points of league leaders AC Milan – the club where Leonardo made his name – but the Brazilian said any thoughts of overhauling their fierce rivals was premature.
“I respect Milan, but right now I have a rapport with Inter. There are a lot of games to go, so it’s not the time to be making calculations,” he said.
“This was an important victory against a Bologna side in good form. It is wonderful to see Samuel Eto’o and Diego Milito seek each other out on the field. Harmony in a team is essential.”
Sun 16 January, 2011
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