AC Milan 1-0 Inter Milan – Switzerland Shot-Stopper Disappointed With Lack Of Clinical Finishing In Derby Defeat | OneFootball

Yann Sommer delivered a composed but honest assessment of Inter Milan’s 1-0 defeat to AC Milan, acknowledging the Nerazzurri’s lack of creativity and cutting edge while urging the squad to stay calm and look ahead with a seven-point lead still intact at the top of Serie A.

The Swiss goalkeeper spoke to Inter TV after the final whistle, with quotes via FCInterNews.

Sommer reflected on a frustrating evening in which Inter improved significantly after the break.

However, they could not find the equaliser their second-half pressure perhaps deserved.

It was a defeat that stung.

However, Sommer’s response was that of a senior player.

And, indeed, one who has experienced enough in the game to know that one result does not define a season.

“We had little creativity with the ball and lacked chances on goal,” he said.

“Unfortunately we concede a goal that hurts. I need to review the incidents again, but I think we had the opportunities to score the equaliser, we just missed the goal today.”

Milan 1-0 Inter – Sommer Urges Calm After Derby Defeat

Despite the disappointment, Sommer was quick to place the result in its proper context.

Inter’s lead at the summit remains seven points with ten games to play.

The Swiss stopper sees no reason for panic.

“It hurts to lose a derby, but now we are calm and can prepare for Atalanta with a clear head. We have a full week to work, seven points of advantage remain and now it is the next match that counts.”

On the impact of Inter’s considerable injury absentees, Lautaro Martinez unavailable and Thuram reduced to the bench through illness, Sommer acknowledged the toll without using it as an excuse.

“A lot, for a team it is always difficult when so many important players are missing. But we cannot change that. We have a big squad with a lot of quality. We look ahead to the next match and hope to recover some players.”