Alexander Kolarov, Inter Milan's assistant coach, spoke after the team's victory over Bologna, replacing head coach Christian Kivou, who lost his voice during the match. He explained the behind-the-scenes details of the game and the coaching staff's perspective on the team's performance.

Kolarov said: "I have a lot to say after the coach's statements. The team played well from start to finish and created many chances, especially in the second half, but we didn't manage to capitalize on all of them."

He continued: "Even after Piotr Zieliński's goal, the match was not easy. We faced a goalkeeper who made many great saves, but Lautaro Martínez and Marcus Thuram ultimately decided the outcome."

He added: "Lautaro is exactly what we always see—a team leader whose presence is felt on the field. He gives his utmost effort in every training session and every match, and this is reflected in his performance."

He continued: "Our preparation for the match was based on giving Lautaro more freedom to move and drop back to receive the ball, while creating a numerical advantage in midfield. This helped us isolate Thuram against the defenders and create spaces."

He continued: "We did not want to change Inter's identity, but only to add some details. The team was close to winning several titles last season, and we feel that we are moving in the right direction."

He added, "With the start of the second half of the season, the competition becomes completely different. We are at the top of the standings and want to stay there, but that requires a lot of work and focus."

Kolarov concluded his remarks jokingly about Kivo: "The coach seems calm on the outside, but in reality, he never stops shouting, and he might even shout more than Inzaghi. However, I was closer to him on the bench, and that might be the reason."