Stats Reveal How Cristian Chivu Made Inter Milan More Aggressive Than Ever | OneFootball

New Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu has so far lived up to his pre-season promise, transforming the team’s mentality from top to bottom. 

According to Corriere dello Sport via FCInterNews, the Nerazzurri have been ‘more aggressive’ than ever this season.

In addition to scoring a league-high 26 Serie A goals this term, Inter have excelled in recovering possession quickly.

Indeed, Cristian Chivu has encouraged high press and rapid transitions, ensuring Inter wins the ball swiftly.

Cristian Chivu Transforms Inter Milan Approach

PASADENA, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 17: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, reacts following the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between CF Monterrey and FC Internazionale Milano at Rose Bowl Stadium on June 17, 2025 in Pasadena, California. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Compared to last season under Simone Inzaghi, Inter increased overall ball recoveries this season, averaging 44.4 per match.

Furthermore, recoveries in the front third have risen to 7.4 per game, highlighting the ambition to retrieve possession quickly.

As a result, the team is creating more shots from advanced recoveries, averaging 1.7 per match.

However, such an aggressive approach is taking a toll, with the Nerazzurri committing more fouls than the rest of the league.

Indeed, they made 26 fouls in Sunday’s 2-0 win against Lazio, significantly exceeding Serie A’s average of 14.5 per game.