“From the off, we showed that we wanted to win this game. It was a crucial match for us and a thoroughly deserved victory. I felt good today; I’m improving, and getting minutes under my belt is vital for me. Receiving a standing ovation when I came off was a wonderful feeling, and I’m really happy for myself and the team. After last week, we needed this win. The only way you grow is by suffering, and this is what I want to do on the pitch. After the game in Bologna, it was a case of getting our heads down and working; this is the only way you can win matches in Serie A.”

“We wanted to make amends for the poor defeat in Bologna. Looking at the calendar, we have some great games coming up, and we need to look ahead with a positive mindset. If we approach these matches with the attitude we displayed tonight, we can be successful. We prepared for the game well against a team that caused us problems in the reverse fixture. We were aware of Lecce’s characteristics and tried to limit them. We needed to defend well and remained focused. We managed to score the first goal and immediately put the game to bed at the start of the second half through Lauti. It’s a deserved victory.”