Former AC Milan and Inter defender Fulvio Collovati has criticized high-performing Nerazzurri supervisor Cristian Chivu.
Chatting with Gazzetta dello Sport through , Collovati additionally delivered his verdict on the Serie A title race.
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Certainly, Inter have opened an enormous ten-point hole between themselves and second-placed Milan within the standings.
Although the Rossoneri might whittle down the deficit in Sunday’s Milan derby, it’s onerous to think about Chivu’s facet dropping the race.
Regardless of bowing out of the Champions League within the first knockout spherical, the 45-year-old is heading towards an enormous success this time period.
Along with being on the verge of a twenty first Scudetto, Inter might additionally win a landmark tenth Coppa Italia crown.
Nevertheless, it’s not a foregone conclusion, particularly after a disappointing efficiency towards Como within the first leg of their semi-final tie.
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Cesc Fabregas’ facet held the Nerazzurri to a 0-0 draw at house, that means there can be every little thing to play for within the return fixture at .
Fulvio Collovati Criticizes Inter Milan Boss Cristian Chivu
MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 09: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu appears on throughout the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SS Lazio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on November 09, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Picture by Marco Luzzani/Getty Pictures)
Requested what he expects from Sunday’s Derby della Madonnina, Collovati replied: “I’m not a prophet and I can’t let you know who will win, however I anticipate an attacking recreation from Inter and a cautious method from Milan.
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“Similar to within the first leg. However that doesn’t imply the consequence would be the similar. Lautaro’s absence issues, however Chivu has different choices. And Milan can strike with its weapons, beginning with Pulisic.”
In the meantime, Collovati believes the end result of the upcoming showdown received’t have an effect on Inter’s place within the standings.
“The Scudetto is determined anyway. It’s already Inter’s. With full advantage, I would add.”
Nevertheless, he blasted Chivu over his current remarks.
“That’s incomprehensible,” Collovati added. “I didn’t respect his communication fashion in current weeks, although I had revered it earlier than.
“First, the staunch protection of Bastoni, who admitted his personal mistake. Now he claims that his Inter doesn’t get credit score for sure outcomes.
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“However what did he anticipate – applause after being eradicated by Bodo/Glimt within the Champions League? Come on.”
Moreover, he insists this season would nonetheless be successful even when Inter fail to win the Coppa Italia trophy.
“Optimistic. Very optimistic. In case you deliver house a trophy, you’ve achieved a objective. And the Italian league isn’t straightforward.”