Thurama addresses refereeing controversy and Inter’s late-game belief
Marcus Thuram reflects on confusing refereeing decisions, the team's winning mentality, and his picks for the Ballon d'Or.
Inter forward Marcus Thuram has opened up about the inconsistent officiating he has faced regarding penalty appeals. The striker expressed frustration that referees frequently perceive his contact with opponents as diving, only for those decisions to be reviewed or questioned later.
It's strange because every time the referee thinks I've dived. I was booked in Bologna and they said it was a penalty. Again today. Mistakes happen. I have to keep taking on my opponent, and then they'll award a penalty, as happened in the end today. Marcus Thuram
Beyond the officiating disputes, Thuram highlighted the collective belief within the squad. He emphasized that the team maintains a strong conviction that they can secure victories even in the dying moments of matches, a trait that has become a trademark of their current form.
On the topic of individual accolades, Thuram weighed in on the Ballon d'Or race. He expressed a clear preference for a French winner, naming Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembele, or Michael Olise as the candidates he hopes to see lift the trophy.