Inter Milan forward Marcus Thuram has reflected on coming up against his brother Khephren in tonight’s Derby d’Italia clash with Juventus.
Speaking to Inter TV before the game, with quotes via FCInterNews, Thuram admitted it is “an important match for the club.”
“We must always do our best to win,” he said, as Cristian Chivu’s side prepare for a vital Serie A match.
Thuram acknowledged the importance of the Derby d’Italia, as Inter look to bounce back from their 2-1 loss to Udinese before the international break.
Inter Milan Star Marcus Thuram On Facing Brother Khephren In Derby Against Juventus
Since the Thuram brothers arrived in Italy, tonight will be the first time they have substantially played against each other.
The French duo have played in matches against one another since coming to Italy.
However, they have played a combined 19 minutes across two matches.
Meanwhile, both players are in the starting eleven for their respective clubs this evening.
Speaking about the prospect of playing his brother, Thuram revealed it adds motivation.
“I always want to win when I put on the Inter shirt.
“However, today will be a special match as I’m facing my little brother, so I want to win even more.”
“We always want to take Inter to top,” Thuram concluded, “and we will try to do that today too.”