Milan, Italy – Oct 10: Djed Spence of Inter reacts during the Serie A clash with Parma at Stadio Giuseppe Meazza.
Spence collected Man of the Match after delivering nearly two assists in Inter’s 3‑0 Champions League victory over Feyenoord, though the record shows only one. “I’m just happy,” the England star beamed.
Official stats credit him with a single assist for Yann Bisseck’s opener in Rotterdam, but his deflected pass also set up Francesco Pio Esposito’s second‑minute strike.
A third chance nearly arrived when Esposito was flagged offside after another Spence run, while Piotr Zielinski capped the 3‑0 rout.
Spence finally shines for Inter.
“Grateful for the win, I’m pleased with my performance,” Spence told Inter TV.
“I’m settling in well; the squad and coach have welcomed me. I feel strong and hope to contribute as they support me.”
The England winger arrived as a budget alternative to Marco Palestra, after Chelsea outbid Inter for the Atalanta prospect.
Post‑World Cup injuries delayed the former Tottenham man until Oct 10 to finally debut in the Nerazzurri shirt.
He’s started only three times, and this marks his first goal contribution for the Italian side, yet there’s more to note.
Spence had never recorded an assist in his 16 previous European outings for Tottenham and Rennes.
UEFA’s Technical Observer Group named him Player of the Match, a nod I think fully deserved given his impact.
He dominated the opening 35 minutes, delivering two right‑flank balls that helped Inter seize an early lead, boasting high passing accuracy, blistering pace and world‑class promise in Chivu’s 3‑5‑2 setup.