Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti gushed with praise for coach Roberto Mancini after last night's 4-1 thrashing of Roma.

"He has proved to be a brilliant Coach," smiled Moratti. "When I discovered he would only use Ibra, I thought it was a good idea and a new way to be more surprising.

"I considered it even smarter to introduce two strikers after the break. In a situation where you are 11 against 10, it is the right thing to do."

"Hernan Crespo was fantastic, scoring the moment he came in. Julio Cruz played very well and deserves praise. Everyone gave their best and I am very happy. I imagine the fans are too.."