Denzel Dumfries has rallied his Inter Milan teammates ahead of Sunday\u2019s crucial Scudetto run-in fixture at Como, highlighting the squad\u2019s collective leadership quality in the absence of injured captain Lautaro Martinez.<\/p>\n
The Dutch wing-back spoke to DAZN pitchside before kick-off, via FCInterNews<\/a>, delivering a focused and determined pre-match message.<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Asked whether Napoli\u2019s earlier draw made this a potential match-point for the Nerazzurri, Dumfries<\/a> was measured.<\/p>\n \u201cI would not say so \u2013 we saw the other results but nothing changes for us. We are focused on this match. We must win.\u201d<\/p>\n Antonio Conte\u2019s side drew 1-1 with Parma earlier today, giving Inter a golden opportunity to extend their lead at the summit of Serie A.<\/p>\n Dumfries Backs Inter Milan Leaders Acerbi & Barella To Step Up At Como<\/p>\n On whether he was ready to take on some of Lautaro\u2019s leadership burden, Dumfries was characteristically team-first.<\/p>\n \u201cYes but we have many leader players in this group,\u201d he said. \u201cAcerbi, Barella\u2026 We must show it tonight.\u201d<\/p>\n Advertisement<\/p>\n Indeed, the emphasis on collective responsibility rather than any single individual reflects the mentality Chivu has built within the squad this season.<\/p>\n Inter will need their leaders to step up in Lautaro\u2019s absence, especially with a golden chance to extend their lead at the top of the league.<\/p>\n