Roma coach Jose Mourinho was happy with his players in defeat at Inter Milan.

Roma lost to a late winner scored by Marcus Thuram.

"With all the fatigue that we accumulated, so little time to prepare this game, I think my lads put in a strong performance," said Mourinho.

“I think the feeling in the whole stadium, not just our fans, but theirs too, was that this was heading towards a draw. The team was calm even amid all the difficulties.

“We received yellow cards for Mancini and Ndicka, which felt targeted just like those for Cristante and Paredes in midfield, whereas Inter only had Pavard booked.

“I am disappointed with the result, as the lads put in such an effort and the goal was avoidable. I am sad that there was no respect for my players, as the attitude from (referee Fabio) Maresca towards Mancini and Ndicka shows everything clearly."

He added: “I am pleased that coming here with half the squad missing and another gift from the Lega Serie A, because we played Sunday and not Monday, despite all that, the lads did well. I am sad because we deserved more."