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Bologna coach Motta praises Zirkzee, Saelemaekers after victory over Salernitana

Bologna coach Thiago Motta feels Joshua Zirkzee is capable of big things after victory over Salernitana.

Zirkzee scored twice in Sunday's 2-1 win.

Motta said: “Winning away from home was a big objective for us.

“The first half was very good, we also defended well, but the second was more complicated and we could've killed it off earlier.

“Having said that, we ultimately deserved the victory. It was only really the last 15 minutes that got complicated."

Asked if Zirkzee is capable of playing at higher level, Motta added: “It depends on him."

On Alexis Saelemaekers, Motta added: “I really liked his performance, we are all very happy, and also sad for those who didn't get a chance today. There are some lads who don't play as much, but they all give their best and make their contribution."

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