The Italian champions were comfortable winners in the end after an impressive performance at Parkhead.

"It has been a very important victory but also one where we suffered. Celtic are a great team when they play at home," Conte told Italy's Sky television.

"I didn't play in a hell like this many times. My lads have been superb, it was not easy to play in this atmosphere. We've managed a great result which proves this team has top technical and human values."