Andrea Ranocchia felt Inter’s point against Lazio was “positive, as the important thing was not to lose against direct rivals” for Europe.
“We kept a clean sheet and that is very important. It’s a pity, as we wanted the three points on home turf, but then we didn’t lose against a direct rival for position, so that’s positive,” the defender told Sky Sport Italia after the goalless draw.
Andrea Ranocchia felt Inter’s point against Lazio was “positive, as the important thing was not to lose against direct rivals” for Europe.
“We kept a clean sheet and that is very important. It’s a pity, as we wanted the three points on home turf, but then we didn’t lose against a direct rival for position, so that’s positive,” the defender told Sky Sport Italia after the goalless draw.
“We needed a boost while we find our feet again. We’ve had some injuries and quite a few games close together, but that mustn’t be an alibi.
“The important thing today was not to lose against direct rivals, so we hung in there and got the point. I am happy that I got close to the fans again and I’m sure we will achieve great things this season, because the crowd always give a wonderful response.”
Yet there was controversy, because in the first half Antonio Candreva reacted angrily to the crowd behind the goal, spitting at them and swearing after they jeered him.