Figo: "Inter in my heart forever" 
Monday, 23 April 2007 19:08:55

MILAN - Luis Figo missed yesterday's title-winning victory over Siena through suspension. And the Portuguese midfielder was unable to take part in the Nerazzurri's 15th Scudetto celebrations because of family commitments over the weekend. But Inter's number seven was with his team-mates in spirit, as he revealed during an interview with Inter Channel.

"Obviously I was disappointed not to have been with my team-mates and all the Inter fans in this great moment of joy," Figo said. "I wasn't there in person, but mentally I was with all of them. I was very far away from Italy and I even had problems being updated on what was happening. I got to see the goals and some of the post-match celebrations, but no more than that because of family problems that kept me away from Milan.

"I can imagine what happened after the Scudetto victory, because it had been many years since Inter hadn't won a championship on the pitch. We all really wanted this title and I am very happy that it has come.

"The team dedicated the Scudetto to Giacinto Facchetti? I think everybody remembers Giacinto at this time. He was one of a kind and he will always remain in the hearts of those lucky enough to have spent moments with him. In these moments it's important to remember those who have helped us achieve these results, who unfortunately are no longer with us."

On the value Inter's 15th Scudetto has for a player who has won everything at club level during an illustrious playing career, Figo replied: "To come here to Inter to win the Scudetto was a unique decision. I feel enormously happy. I came here two years ago and we have won everything in Italy. It means we have worked well and that the club is on the right path to continuing to do well.

"The fans are asking Moratti to keep me at Inter? I would stay for many years at a club like Inter where I have been very happy. I would have liked to have come to Inter earlier when I was at the peak of my career, but in football you need to understand when it's time to leave, even though I would like to stay here for many years to come because they have given me so much.

Figo hasn't scored for Inter since the Super Cup last August, but there are still five league games to go, plus a two-legged cup final with Roma. "I'm not worried about this, only winning counts. When you score, you're happy."

Отредактировано Valeriu (2007-04-23 23:00:06)