Kolarov hails 'true champions' as Inter substitutes seal Bologna comeback

Inter assistant coach Aleksandar Kolarov provided a candid assessment of his team's performance following their 3-1 victory over Bologna in Serie A. After falling behind to an early goal from Tommaso Pobega, the Nerazzurri regained control through a tactical shift that allowed them to dominate the second half.

Kolarov admitted that the team initially struggled to match Bologna's intensity, noting a lack of sharpness on second balls. However, he was full of praise for the group's response after the break, which allowed them to secure three vital points.

Bologna played a great first half. We struggled a bit on second balls and were slow. In the second half, the team had a grand 45–50 minutes and brought home three fundamental points. Aleksandar Kolarov

The assistant coach highlighted the decisive contribution of the substitutes, specifically singling out Carlos Augusto. Kolarov described these impact players as "true champions" who provide the necessary drive to push the starting group forward. Along with Ange-Yoan Bonny, the bench proved to be the difference-maker in the victory.

Addressing the broader tactical picture, Kolarov explained that the coaching staff is focused on creating rhythm, a crucial element for their European ambitions. By improving ball movement and creating space, they aim to give attacking players the extra second needed to be effective in high-stakes environments.

Inter is now focused on maintaining this domestic momentum while sharpening their results in Europe. The coaching staff plans to continue rotating the squad to ensure fresh legs throughout a demanding schedule, aiming for consistency across all competitions.