Henrikh Mkhitaryan was in fine spirits after coming off the bench to score the opener in Inter Milan’s 2-0 victory at Lecce, taking a moment to heap praise on two-assist man Federico Dimarco with a quip that will raise a smile among Nerazzurri supporters.
The Armenian veteran spoke to both DAZN and Inter TV after the match, reflecting on a victory that was harder than it looked.
Furthermore, underlining the importance of three points heading into Tuesday’s Champions League second leg against Bodo/Glimt.
On his goal, Mkhitaryan was typically self-deprecating about the buildup, explaining it was not quite the rehearsed move some had suggested.
“Nobody told me anything, normally that ball goes to Bastoni. But he didn’t have the strength to get into the box anymore, so I went instead. Then I scored, as always,” he laughed.
When asked about yet another Player of the Match award for Dimarco, Mkhitaryan did not hold back, with quotes via FCInterNews.
“He’s going to need to buy a new house to put them all away,” he grinned, a fitting tribute to a teammate who continues to be one of Serie A’s most consistent performers.
Lecce 0-2 Inter – Mkhitaryan: ‘Dimarco Consistent, We Always Support Bastoni’
On the whistles aimed at Bastoni, Mkhitaryan echoed the unified dressing room message.
“We must always be together, support each other in good times and bad, like a family. What happened has happened, we move forward.”
Speaking to Inter TV, Mkhitaryan reflected on a game that took time to open up.
“Lecce left few spaces. In the second half it was easier to find the way to goal. We had more space, more chances, scored the second and created further opportunities. It’s not easy to win these games, everyone must give their maximum.”
With Tuesday now firmly in mind, he was certain.
“Winning tonight was fundamental. We have two days to prepare for Bodo, we count on our fans, and we hope to get through.”
Did you guys notice ….no one ( particular Vrakela ) publishes players rating when Mhiki has a high score ?
Mickey is a rare treasure ; pure 24-karat gold on the pitch, and even more so in the depth of his human values. Truly, one of a kind. Here’s to you Mickey
100% agree…Mhiki is a solid professional
Yes!
We have So Much Good Players and We Don’t need new flops In Our team. All this people blaming the management are Just haters and Not Fans. Forza inter.
Zielenski and Dimarco were best on the pitch.
No, only Zielenski. He was and always will be the best player on the pitch !