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Head coach Simone Inzaghi warned Inter not to rest on their laurels after continuing their impressive form with victory over Shakhtar Donetsk.
The Nerazzurri moved to the brink of qualification for the Champions League last 16 as Edin Dzeko scored both goals in a 2-0 win at San Siro.
After making it two wins from two following the hard-earned 3-2 victory over Napoli on Sunday, the reigning Serie A champions are now unbeaten in their last eight matches in all competitions.
And Inzaghi urged his players to ensure they continue their momentum.
“We needed this victory,” he said. “We had created a lot in the first half and a bit of tension had built up, so Dzeko’s first goal was a release.
“Qualifying for the knockout stage would be a great achievement.
“I think that we played a great game and let’s not forget that we are just over 48 hours away from a match [against Venezia on Saturday] like the one with Napoli in which we have spent a lot of energy, including mental energy.
“We are in a good moment, but we must continue on this path.”
Dzeko’s brace secured the points on Wednesday, the striker netting his 50th European goal along the way.
Inter previously had two goals disallowed with Ivan Perisic and Lautaro Martinez denied, but Dzeko believes the hosts were rewarded for their patience and perseverance.
“Inter signed me to score goals and I’m trying to make my contribution,” the former Manchester City forward added.
“In the first half, we made a lot of mistakes, but their goalkeeper was also good.
“We earned three crucial points.
“The ball did not want to go in in the first half, but also the second half seemed cursed with the goals disallowed.
“You have to be patient, without conceding a goal, and then in the second half, we finally managed to score two.”
