Mourinho bracing for title fight

Inter coach Jose Mourinho is expecting a four-way battle for the Serie A title, as he urged caution from his players following Sunday's 1-0 win over Lazio. The Nerazzurri's lead at the top has been increased to eight points heading into the winter break.

Inter coach Jose Mourinho is expecting a four-way battle for the Serie A title, as he urged caution from his players following Sunday's 1-0 win over Lazio.

The Nerazzurri's lead at the top has been increased to eight points heading into the winter break. Milan are second with a game in hand while Juventus, who are third, lost 2-1 to Catania to fall nine points behind Inter.

"Our win over Lazio was very important," said Mourinho.

"Juventus didn't collect any points while Milan still have to play at Fiorentina but they will do that now knowing that we have already collected three points in our fixture.

"But there is still a long way to go and we must be cautious."

Mourinho has also not ruled out Claudio Ranieri's Roma making a bid for the Scudetto this season.

"Milan, Juve and even Roma can battle for the league title," said Mourinho.

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