Sassarini sets the line: “The desire to take control of the game”

Sassarini’s message is clear: Inter must take the field with the ambition to be the protagonists. In an interview published by Inter.it on November 9, the coach stressed the importance of attitude and the ability to take the initiative, placing the desire to play their own game at the centre of his analysis.

“The desire to take control of the game will be needed” was Sassarini’s key message. It is a short but significant statement, highlighting the need to approach every fixture with courage, focus and collective involvement. Imposing their football does not only concern the attacking phase: controlling the game also means maintaining concentration, balance and consistency throughout every stage of the match.

Inter enter the international break after their 2-0 victory over Como on November 8 and the convincing 3-0 win away to Feyenoord in the Champions League. Between those results came the 3-1 defeat to Milan on October 31. The next official fixture will be away to Atalanta on Sunday, November 22, at 20:45: it will be the first test after the break.