Kolarov Praises Inter Substitutes After 3-1 Bologna Comeback

Inter recovered from an early setback to win 3-1 at Bologna, with assistant coach Aleksandar Kolarov crediting the squad’s second-half response and the impact made by the players introduced from the bench.

A difficult start at the Dall’Ara

The Nerazzurri were behind early after Tommaso Pobega scored for Bologna. Inter initially found it hard to live with the home side’s aggression and intensity, particularly in contests for loose balls.

Kolarov accepted that Bologna had the better of the opening period, saying Inter had been too slow in key moments and had struggled to secure second balls.

• Bologna took an early lead through Pobega.
• Inter had problems matching the hosts’ first-half intensity.
• The visitors improved decisively after the interval to claim a 3-1 victory.
• The result delivered three significant points for Inter’s domestic campaign.

Changes swing the match

Inter made an adjustment that changed the direction of the contest, taking control over the final 45 minutes. Kolarov described the team’s display after half-time as an outstanding spell lasting around 45 to 50 minutes.

Carlos Augusto was central to the turnaround after coming on, scoring once and providing an assist. Ange-Yoan Bonny was also singled out among the substitutes whose contributions helped Inter overturn the deficit.

Kolarov said the replacements showed why depth is so important across a demanding season. In his view, they are not merely useful squad options but players capable of lifting the level of those around them.

Creating space at European pace

The assistant coach also outlined the staff’s approach to building attacking situations, particularly with Champions League football in mind. He stressed that the tempo in Europe leaves little room for hesitation.

Inter want their defenders to help establish a controlled rhythm, allowing midfielders and forwards an extra moment to receive the ball, assess options and attack space.

Kolarov placed the emphasis on the collective rather than external expectations, insisting the side’s main responsibility is to meet its own standards.

Rotation remains central to Inter’s schedule

The win in Bologna keeps Inter moving strongly in domestic competition, but the staff are also seeking better European results. Maintaining intensity on several fronts will require continued management of the group.

Rotation will therefore remain part of the plan as Inter navigate an unforgiving run of fixtures, with the aim of preserving freshness while retaining the level that carried them past Bologna.