The outcome of Friday's Europa League final left Romelu Lukaku angry, but he insists the disappointment will only make him stronger.
Romelu Lukaku said his decisive own goal in the Europa League final "pissed me off" but vowed to keep on fighting for Inter Milan as he issued a defiant rallying cry to his team-mates.
Lukaku was a key figure in Friday's Europa League showpiece against Sevilla, opening the scoring early on from the penalty spot after being hauled down by Diego Carlos, who controversially avoided a red card.
Sevilla battled back and a brace from Luuk de Jong put the Spaniards on top before Diego Godin restored parity.
Lukaku might have put Inter back in front in the second half but was denied with only Yassine Bounou to beat.
He then diverted Diego Carlos' overhead-kick into his own net 16 minutes from time as Sevilla went on to lift the trophy for a sixth time in 14 years.
On Sunday, Lukaku posted to his Instagram account for the first time since that loss as he promised the situation would motivate him.
Lukaku on Inter slip-up
"First of all, I want to say thank you for all you guys [Inter team-mates] have done for my family and myself," he wrote.
"This year as a team we've grown a lot together and it's an honour to represent a club that I loved since I was a kid.
"Yes, what happened in the final p***** me off but I will fight back. I never had s*** the easy way in life, as many of you know, and this experience will make me stronger.
"One thing is for sure, Inter is not dead and this experience will make us better as a team! There's unity and we're heading in the right direction.
"To the fans, I want to say thank you for being so supportive every game, home or away. I love you guys. I appreciate the messages I've got. We will be back."
Despite Europa League final disappointment, Inter will be in the Champions League next season after they finished second in Serie A.
However, the future of head coach Antonio Conte is in doubt after he hinted at the end of Friday's match that he may not be in charge next season.
Duzaclnors
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It appears Diego Carlos got his revenge: His header was turned in by Lukaku.......
Hi mate which game were you watching? Which header are you referring too please ? Or I might have gone to sleep ? Please can you watch that game when you’re awake. 10 q. 👍
didadinors
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It appears Diego Carlos got his revenge: His header was turned in by Lukaku.......
itswajiii
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Lukaku own goal against Juventus led them win the league, Lukaku own goal against Sevilla won them Europa league.. [Crylaugh]
Absolutegenius
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this is the other solution
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not funny
Achilleokk
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He's a striker. He should be happy. He appeared on the score sheet.
FuckEverything
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this is the other solution
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Man your crazyxd
Abhijai19
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this is the other solution
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not a joke stop it
myklm
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luciano8823
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🔞👉OFFICIAL Next season's revelation 👇 MAGUIRE ➡️Defender to Attacker⬇️ LUKAKU ➡️ Attacker to Defender
FiqCnblue
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dont ever compared to ronaldo brazil!!! ronaldo brazil wont scored own goal in final!!!
juoeknptuz
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this prophet said Lukaku will score the winning goal and i believed him
DeLaCrUs
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Apart that goal Lukaku played well the whole season for Inter.... That wasn’t intentional and he tried to clear the ball... #Respect for Lukaku
jessephao
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that's y you're out of united[Crylaugh]
thibgerard
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There is little bit of Phil Jones still residing in him.
ahahah
DilDosti
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There is little bit of Phil Jones still residing in him.
Christomadridstar
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this is the other solution
QueriisFiasi
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We're sure everyone who lost out on anything vowed to fight back next season mate. But good for you.
Jeycmstu
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courage bro
Cristianomyidol
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Lukaku the hero or Lukaku the villain
Vezonic22
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Ah Lukaku, if only you knew that ball was headed out. Anyway, it isn't the end of the world and trophies with indeed come.