On the eve of the journey to Marassi, a venue the place Inter have struggled to take full factors lately, Cristian Chivu spoke on the Appiano Gentile press convention forward of Sunday’s conflict towards Daniele De Rossi’s Genoa.
Requested about the kind of sport Inter have to play, Chivu was clear.
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“It needs to be good even from our viewpoint. Our method towards a group that has regained enthusiasm and factors underneath a brand new coach have to be stuffed with depth. Enjoying in Genoa has by no means been simple for Inter; we have to give all the things now we have.”
Reflecting on the defeat to Liverpool, the Romanian continued, with .
“We method it with the identical calm that has marked our season thus far. The fact on the pitch is totally different from what’s mentioned off it. We’re conscious that we should put our greatest efficiency on the sector, including consideration, accountability, ardour, and pleasure.
“Regardless of what has been mentioned, from my viewpoint, we’re having a terrific season. There are highs and lows, and we wish to minimise the lows, however we’re assured as a result of our work is seen on the pitch, not simply within the outcomes.”
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Genoa Vs Inter – Chivu Displays On De Rossi Recollections
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 20: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano attends a press convention forward of the FIFA Membership World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Crimson Diamonds at Lumen Discipline on June 20, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photograph by Buda Mendes/Getty Photos)
On what new coaches like him and De Rossi deliver tactically and communicatively, Chivu added.
“Relating to communication, that’s so that you can say. Now we have the humility to be taught from these higher than us. Expertise counts, and so they know methods to handle conditions. We’ve tried to take a bit from everybody, each in Italy and overseas.”
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Chivu additionally spoke warmly about .
“I had 4 fantastic years with him at Roma. He was youthful than me however built-in instantly. Even with out the captain’s armband, he led by instance.
“I’ve at all times admired his emotional and soccer intelligence, and his character is excellent off the pitch. I can converse nicely of him as a result of he deserves it; he’s trustworthy, true, and I respect him significantly.”
Relating to protecting gamers motivated after defeats, he mentioned.
“We should proceed with confidence and willpower, studying from previous errors. We shouldn’t neglect that we’re having a terrific season.
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“Below my administration, excluding , we’ve performed 21 matches, and the group has proven a want to dominate and get nearer to our targets. The fact on the pitch is totally different from what some wish to let you know.”
The Want For A Profitable Mentality
MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu seems to be on earlier than the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photograph by Marco Luzzani/Getty Photos)
On constructing a profitable mentality, Chivu emphasised.
“I ask for lots, however in the end their notion and want are extra vital than what I ask. We began underneath scrutiny; individuals mentioned we had been completed, but we’re nonetheless right here with a bunch that at all times exhibits pleasure and character.
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“Now we have room to enhance, however now we have by no means misplaced our identification or starvation. We wish to dominate in Serie A and Europe. We’re on the suitable path and may nonetheless get higher.”
Requested about missed comebacks, he defined this.
“Each match has moments. We’ve had errors, like within the two halves and Napoli. For the remainder, we at all times attempt to dominate and present our ideas with out speculating.
“That’s an important factor. Speculating may get outcomes, however I received’t lose our identification; we be taught from errors.”
Chivu: ‘We Had been Not Worse Than Liverpool’
On the bodily calls for of consecutive matches, together with in Tuesday’s Champions League conflict.
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“When it comes to effort and depth, we added one thing towards Liverpool in comparison with Como. The opponent is stronger individually, however I’m proud of our efficiency.
“We didn’t decrease the extent. In Champions League, the problem is totally different, however from a gameplay perspective, we weren’t inferior to Liverpool. We’ll take the positives and transfer ahead.”
Relating to stress and expectations, Chivu was adamant.
“I don’t really feel weighed down, however now we have to face actuality. Expectations are excessive; individuals need wins, and that’s honest. I give attention to our course of, not a single win or loss. Labels don’t assist; at Inter, there are too a lot of them.”
Lastly, he offered the most recent damage replace.