Coach Davide Nicola responded calmly to the criticism posed by the 2-0 defeat at home to Inter, declaring that he did not agree with the referee but accepted the decision. In an interview with Sky Sport, Nicola reiterated that he had just taken charge at Venezia and that he had already had the opportunity to observe the spirit of the team, defining it in line with his tactical vision.
In his comment he highlighted the quality of the performance, describing the match as "a game of two halves" with good phases in both halves. He underlined that, although Venezia produced numbers that could have made it their own, Inter managed to make the most of their opportunities. Nicola also expressed optimism about the calendar, stating that the difficulty of the upcoming matches has pushed the team to "accelerate what we need to do".
Regarding the management of emotions, the coach declared that he wanted to remain consistent with the players and that he remained calm despite the referee's protests. He explained that, although he does not agree with the referee's interpretation, he accepts the decision with confidence towards all those who participate in football. “You may not agree, but you have trust,” he added.
Nicola then illustrated his vision for the future of the club, underlining that he entered with a precise idea and that the work on the pitch is already known. He invited players to focus on what is still missing, avoiding distracting attention from the strategic direction. He mentioned confidence in key players, such as Rrahmani, and expressed optimism about the contribution of Busio, who has already created an important opportunity.
Finally, the coach reiterated his confidence in the team and its ability to manage pressure productively. With the calendar still ongoing, Venezia will have to try to consolidate their position in Serie A, taking advantage of the lessons learned from the defeat against Inter and continuing to work under Nicola's direction.