Stefan de Vrij urged his Inter Milan teammates not to take Feyenoord for granted ahead of next week’s return leg at the San Siro.
During a brief chat with Sky Sport Italia via FCInterNews, the Dutch defender called for caution.
The 33-year-old was the cornerstone of Inter’s impenetrable backline at De Kuip last night.
Indeed, Feyenoord could generate a meager 0.45 xG as Inter shut them out in their own backyard.
Simone Inzaghi observed from the touchline as the Nerazzurri racked up an eye-catching eighth clean sheet in Europe this term.
Furthermore, they have only conceded once in the Champions League in 2024/25.
De Vrij’s contribution has solidified Inter’s status as a defensive superpower in continental football.
Despite his age, the ex-Feyenoord star has enjoyed a superb season, especially in the Champions League.
Inter Milan Star Stefan de Vrij Calls for Caution Ahead of UCL Second Leg vs Feyenoord
Marcus Thuram and Lautaro Martinez handed Inter a healthy two-goal cushion ahead of the return leg at Giuseppe Meazza.
However, De Vrij urged Inter not to rest on their laurels while hailing the team’s performance in Rotterdam.
“We needed an important performance, and in the end, we achieved a great result ahead of the return leg,” De Vrij said.
“We are not qualified yet, so we will also have to play a great match at San Siro.”
Barring a once-in-a-lifetime miracle, Inter should reach the quarter-finals.
Indeed, the reigning Scudetto holders are unbeaten in home Champions League action for over two years.
Therefore, Feyenoord must pull off the unthinkable to overturn a two-goal deficit in Italy.
Meanwhile, Inzaghi’s charges need another quick turnaround as they entertain Monza in Serie A on Saturday.
With a single point separating them from second-placed Napoli, there’s no margin for error.
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