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In-form Inter Milan have 'achieved nothing yet' - Stefano Pioli

Inter Milan coach Stefano Pioli told his squad "we've achieved nothing yet" after watching them record a ninth win in 10 games by beating Bologna 1-0.

That result moved the Nerazzurri into fourth spot but they remain five points behind Roma in third place having played a game more.

But Pioli, appointed in November to replace Frank de Boer, wants Inter to challenge at the very top of the table again.

"I have a team that believes until the end," he told Mediaset Premium. "The right opportunity arrived and we were ready to take it.

"We struggled with an opponent that closed down very well. We had no rhythm and were slow, especially in central areas and did not play as well as we know we can.

"The only feeling at the moment is satisfaction at work well done, in seeing what my players give. We must continue, as we've achieved nothing yet.

"It's true nine wins in 10 games is impressive, but the others are pushing hard too and we need to keep up with them."

Gabriel "Gabigol" Barbosa came off the bench to score his first goal for the club and seal the win and Pioli added that he was happy to see the 20-year-old get off the mark.

"In the locker room they said Gabigol would offer a Brazilian-style dinner to everyone when he got his first goal," Pioli said.

"I am happy for him. It was hard for him at the beginning but now he can begin to take satisfaction."

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