Ajax 0-2 Inter Milan: Marcus Thuram – “We Gave A Response After Juventus Loss, People Know I Give My All For Inter” | OneFootball

Inter Milan bounced back from a derby defeat to Juventus as Marcus Thuram inspired them to a 2-0 win at Ajax in their opening Champions League fixture.

Speaking to Prime via FCInterNews, Thuram delivered his verdict on Inter’s decent performance at the Johan Cruyff Arena.

Marcus Thuram came under fire after cameras caught him laughing with his brother during Inter’s 4-3 loss to Juventus on Sunday.

Indeed, the Thuram brothers were having fun on the pitch during the VAR review of Juve’s last-gasp winner.

Therefore, the French striker became an unpopular figure among the Nerazzurri faithful.

Furthermore, many had questioned his commitment to the Inter shirt before their trip to the Netherlands.

However, the former Borussia Monchengladbach star silenced his detractors tonight.

Goals on either side of halftime saw Thuram lead his side to a morale-boosting victory in Amsterdam.

Naturally, he was among the first Inter players to talk to the press after the game.

Marcus Thuram Hails Inter Milan Win vs Ajax Following Juventus Heartbreak

MUNICH, GERMANY – APRIL 08: Marcus Thuram of FC Internazionale reacts during the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Quarter Final First Leg match between FC Bayern München and FC Internazionale Milano at Fussball Arena Muenchen on April 08, 2025 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Thuram scored two identical goals this evening.

Indeed, Hakan Calhanoglu racked up two assists, with his inch-perfect corner-kick deliveries setting up the Frenchman for the brace.

“Header goals? Thanks to two very well-taken corners by Calha,” Thuram said.

“We played a great game without conceding, which was our objective. And we’re happy.

“We knew we had to respond after the defeat to Juve, and we did. It’s three points, but we need more to reach the round of 16.

“The most important thing is that Inter wins. We played a serious match. Now our focus is on Sunday.”

“Very good. All of Italy knows Pio, he’s a fantastic kid. Just like Bonny and Lautaro.”

Finally, he discussed the controversy after the Juventus loss.

Marcus Thuram was criticized for laughing with his brother Khephren. Some voices also criticized him for not celebrating when scoring.

“People interpret things however they want, but they know I’ll give everything for Inter. There’s no problem.”