Atletico 2-1 Inter – Bonny focused despite defeat: ‘We fall, we get back up’

Inter suffered a last-minute 2-1 defeat at Atletico Madrid, leaving the team and fans with a bitter taste after a hard-fought performance.

The Nerazzurri had shown resilience throughout the match but were ultimately undone by a late goal, highlighting the fine margins in top-level European competition.

It put to an end the Nerazzurri’s 100% record to the Champions League, leaving Premier League giants Arsenal as the only team left with a perfect record.

Speaking to Sky Sport immediately after the final whistle, with quotes via FCInterNews, French forward Ange-Yoan Bonny reflected on the heartbreak of conceding at the death.

“In the end, it hurts, but it’s part of the game. We raise our heads, you fall and then you get back up,” he said, capturing the team’s resolve despite the disappointment.

Bonny also emphasised the lessons from the defeat.

“We need to learn from games like this, against a great team in such a tough environment. But to win, you have to do it this way,” he explained, underlining the importance of focus and precision in critical moments.

Reflecting on recent challenges, including matches against Milan and Atletico, Bonny admitted the sting of the results.

“It’s bitter, because we know our qualities. Today it’s difficult, but you fall and you get back up,” he added.

The defeat leaves Inter needing to regroup and channel the lessons learned into upcoming domestic and European fixtures.

Bonny’s words highlight a collective determination to bounce back stronger, maintaining belief in their abilities while striving for consistency in high-pressure situations.

It is a fresh mental attitude under Cristian Chivu, who looks to have been focusing on his players’ growth as people, as well as footballers.