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Hakan Calhanoglu marked his return from injury with a goal as Inter Milan beat Genoa 2-0 at San Siro, with the Turkey midfielder expressing his relief and excitement at finally getting back on the pitch and finding the net.
The experienced midfielder came off the bench and converted a penalty to seal the points, speaking to both Sky Sport and DAZN after the final whistle in an upbeat mood, with quotes via FCInterNews.
His message was clear: he is happy to be back, focused on rebuilding his rhythm, and not getting carried away about what lies ahead.
Inter 2-0 Genoa – Calhanoglu: ‘I’m Happy To Be Back – The Goal Gives Me Enthusiasm’
MILAN, ITALY – DECEMBER 06: Hakan Calhanoglu of FC Internazionale Milano celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Como 1907 at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on December 06, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Speaking to DAZN, Calhanoglu was candid about the emotional challenge of his injury layoff.
“It is not easy to manage, you always want to come back and then another injury arrives,” he said.
“I am happy to be back. This goal gives me enthusiasm. I am trying to find my rhythm again and I am happy for the victory.”
On Sky, Calhanoglu gave a lighthearted account of the penalty decision.
“I asked Zielinski if he wanted to take it, but he left it to me,” he smiled.
“I am happy to gradually get back into the rhythm.”
Both interviewers raised the subject of the upcoming derby, but Calhanoglu kept his focus firmly on his own recovery rather than making any bold predictions.
“I want to try to come back well, then for the rest, we will see,” he told DAZN.
On Sky he added simply:
“We only look at ourselves. Winning is always important for giving positivity to the group. We want to continue like this.”