Bodo/Glimt 3-1 Inter Milan – Veteran Defender Out Of Rhythm For Most Of The Game | OneFootball

Inter Milan center-back Francesco Acerbi failed to live up to expectations in last night’s match against Bodo/Glimt.

According to the Italian media via L’Interista, the 38-year-old couldn’t keep up with the Norwegians’ quick transitions.

Cristian Chivu made a shocking decision to bench German star Yann Bisseck.

Despite the 25-year-old’s impressive form, he stayed on the bench last night in favor of Acerbi.

However, the former Lazio ace failed to repay the manager’s trust.

Francesco Acerbi Struggles in Bodo/Glimt 3-1 Inter Milan Defeat

MILAN, ITALY – NOVEMBER 09: Francesco Acerbi of Internazionale warms up prior to the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and SS Lazio at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on November 09, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

The Aspmyra Stadion’s synthetic pitch amplified Acerbi’s difficulties.

Caught out of position on multiple occasions, Francesco Acerbi couldn’t cope with Bodo/Glimt’s pace.

Moreover, Jens Petter Hauge and Kasper Hogh repeatedly exploited the gaps left by the veteran defender.

Ultimately, his shaky performance contributed to the Nerazzurri conceding three goals.

Indeed, Acerbi’s struggles highlighted the defensive vulnerabilities that Inter Milan will need to address ahead of the return leg at San Siro.

However, Chivu is likely to bring Bisseck back to the starting lineup when the two sides renew hostilities next week.