Inter’s Italian central defender Andrea Ranocchia, stopped by InterTV ahead of the Serie A clash against Udinese at the Dacia Arena, with kick-off scheduled for 20.30 CET.

The former Nerazzurri captain began by underlining the importance of winning tonight against Udinese to be able to secure Champions League football next season.

“We have played two important matches against two great teams but now the moment has arrived for us to win. We have to wrap up Champions League qualification as soon as possible, we must not think about anything.”

“We have to absolutely win and to close the discussion regarding the Champions League at the earliest possible moment. This is our objective, then next season we will begin with objectives that are far more important.”

“Udinese is a team with great individual quality as well as being a great team. Tonight’s match means a lot for both teams, but we cannot allow ourselves to make any mistakes in this moment.”