Benjamin Pavard celebrates 50th Serie A appearance as Inter Milan prepare for Club Brugge

Benjamin Pavard celebrated a personal milestone as Inter Milan returned from the three-week international break with a convincing 3-0 home victory over Parma. The French defender helped secure a clean sheet during what marked his 50th Serie A appearance for the Nerazzurri.

Goals from Petar Sucic, Hakan Calhanoglu, and Marcus Thuram wrapped up the points in the first half at San Siro.

Pavard admitted after the final whistle that he was unaware of reaching the half-century mark.

Speaking to Inter TV following the match, Pavard voiced deep affection for the club while reflecting on his milestone achievement. "I didn't know it was my 50th Serie A appearance but I'm proud," Pavard revealed.

"Especially as I've done it playing for Inter, which is the best club in Italy and one of the best in the world."

"I'm happy and I hope there are many more to come. It was a very important match after this long three-week break."

Pavard highlighted the tactical balance shown against Parma while acknowledging the physical demands of competing across multiple competitions. "We started the game well, then we gave away a few chances, but when we had chances of our own we took them," Pavard noted.

"As a defender, you're always happy with a clean sheet. That's important for the team as well as the defenders."

"The top clubs play in all the competitions so we can't complain, although it is a lot of games. Everyone will get to play."

Inter now turn their focus to Tuesday's UEFA Champions League Matchday 2 tie against Belgian outfit Club Brugge at San Siro. The fixture features added narrative following Yann Sommer's summer transfer to Brugge and Aleksandar Stankovic's return to Milan.

Pavard insisted the squad must maintain their momentum regardless of team selection.

"We're going to need to win our games regardless of who plays," Pavard concluded.