Chivu: "The lads stepped up"

“I’m really happy for the lads, with what they showed on the pitch, and with the work they’ve put in over the last three weeks. They took on some heavy training loads and produced a fine performance today. We wanted to be at our best for the first game of the season, and, with the mentality, aggression and intensity we displayed, as well as the way in which we defended our goal and looked to get the ball forward quickly, I have to say they did a fantastic job and I’m delighted. My celebration after the first goal? I was pleased because set-pieces are also something the staff work hard on. I was happy for Bastoni and for everyone, because we deserved a start like this. Today, everyone stepped up. I’m pleased for Sucic, who played a great game, for Bonny, who scored on his debut at San Siro, as well as for Diouf, who came on for a few minutes, and Luis Henrique. They all gave a lot and did well. There’s still plenty to work on, but I’m satisfied. We don’t have to prove anything to anyone. We just need to be ourselves and have the right ambition to approach the league in the best possible way.”