Cristian Chivu Faces Key Turning Points As Problems Mount At Inter Milan: How Can The Coach Fix Things? | OneFootball

Inter Milan are entering a crucial period under Cristian Chivu as pressure mounts after five defeats in 17 games, including back-to-back losses to Milan and Atletico Madrid.

Despite the setbacks, the Nerazzurri remain just three points off the top in both Serie A and the Champions League.

However, persistent problems continue to hamper the side, as noted by the Corriere della Sera, via FCInterNews.

Inter’s high defensive line and aggressive pressing often leave them vulnerable, while fluctuations in Hakan Calhanoglu’s form remain a concern.

Inter Milan Must Improve Under Chivu Against Top Teams

MILAN, ITALY – OCTOBER 04: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu looks on before the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and US Cremonese at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on October 04, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Against the league’s elite, results are poor: six straight games without a win versus Milan, four against Napoli, and three versus Juventus.

Even with attacking talent like Thuram, changes on the bench exposed a gap in quality compared to top opposition.

Cristian Chivu’s team performed well in the first hour at the Metropolitano against Atletico.

However, Chivu’s side leaned heavily on the left flank.

Dumfries’ absence was evident, highlighting the squad’s reliance on his dynamism, though a return is expected for the Supercoppa.

Confidence in some players, including Frattesi, is fragile, and it’s clear not all 22 players can be considered first-choice.

The upcoming schedule, Como, Liverpool, the Supercoppa semifinal versus Bologna, Atalanta, Bologna again, Napoli, and Arsenal, will be a decisive test of Chivu’s tactical acumen and the squad’s resilience.