In recent years, Inter Milan have performed well in the Apennines, especially in the matchups of strong teams, and have a very high win rate against weak teams. But every strong team has its nemesis, and for Inter, this role is Bologna. Whether it was blocking Inter in the league or beating them in the Coppa Italia, it showed that Bologna posed a huge threat to Inter under Motta.
Inter's preparation and Motta's "respect".
Although Inter were well prepared for this game, Motta's respect for his former club was reflected in the tactical arrangement. His fighting spirit in the league and the absence of veteran attacking players are all about playing a good defensive battle. The taunts of Sky Sports reporters were ultimately a testament to the success of Motta's tactics.
Inter's old problem: no points to score.
Although Inter had three times as many shots on goal and had a decent shot on target, their ability to create chances in the box was clearly lacking. As a result, their game appears fragmented and they lose their Inter identity. Especially after Lautaro's penalty miss, the score remained 0-0, giving Bologna a chance.
A twist in extra time.
In extra-time, Motta began to adjust the lineup, and Inter's advantage quickly disappeared. Although Inter scored first, Bologna scored back-to-back goals at the end of the game to complete the stunner. This not only shows Bologna's strength, but also reflects the success of Motta's tactics.
Inter's tactical problems.
Inter's back-to-back moves were clearly inferior to their opponents, and the problems that were revealed against strong teams provided a template for other potential opponents. This is a wake-up call for Inter, especially against Atletico Madrid, where their weaknesses could be exploited by their opponents.
Overall, Inter's challenge is not just an opponent, but their own tactical shortcomings. If the problem of not scoring is not solved, then Inter's future matches will be even more difficult. For those of us who are loyal supporters of Inter, we can only hope that the team can find a solution as soon as possible and restore the Nerazzurri that we are proud of.