Ranieri pleased with debut win

Inter Milan boss Claudio Ranieri was pleased with his team’s performance in their 3-1 win over Bologna on Saturday.

The Italian, 59, took charge on Thursday after Gian Piero Gasperini was sacked and he guided Inter to their first win of the season.

Giampaolo Pazzini, Diego Milito and Lucio were on the scoresheet as Inter moved into 13th in the Serie A.

Ranieri was happy with the way his side played to get the three points.

“It was important to start on the right foot, as the lads have to get back on track,” Ranieri said.

“I had asked for the performance, which was more important than the result. It was crucial that we fight for 90 minutes and this was a good game.”

“The first half was positive, we allowed Marco Di Vaio only one scoring opportunity. We were very practical and also entertaining in some moments. (Philippe) Coutinho gave us the lightness of touch that we needed and the rest of the squad was compact.”

Inter needed until the last 10 minutes to wrap up the win with Milito scoring from the spot and Lucio heading home the sealer.

Midfielder Wesley Sneijder again missed due to a thigh injury, and Ranieri said he was unsure when the Dutch playmaker would return.

“Sneijder can play anywhere, but in my view should be close to the goal,” Ranieri said.

“My fear is losing him for longer than expected, as the injury seems worse than it did yesterday and he won’t come with us to Moscow.”

Sneijder will miss Inter Milan’s trip to CSKA Moscow in the Champions League on Tuesday.