Chivu Declares ‘Can’t Wait To See Lautaro & Pio Esposito Play Together’ For Inter Milan Vs River Plate | OneFootball

Cristian Chivu says that he “can’t wait” to see Lautaro Martinez and Francesco Pio Esposito playing together against River Plate.

The Inter Milan coach spoke to Italian broadcaster DAZN, via FCInterNews, ahead of today’s Club World Cup match.

This will be the Nerazzurri’s final match of the group stage. They drew against Monterrey in the first match, before beating Japanese side Urawa Red Diamonds.

There is everything to play for. If Inter get at least a draw against River they would guarantee progression to the round of sixteen. Meanwhile, with a win they will guarantee top spot in the group.

This will be Cristian Chivu’s third ever match in charge as Inter coach.

Meanwhile, striker Francecso Pio Esposito makes his first ever start for the Nerazzurri.

Chivu: “Can’t Wait To See Lautaro & Pio Esposito Play Together”

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 24: Francesco Pio Esposito of FC Internazionale faces the media during the Training/Press Conference ahead of their FIFA Club World Cup 2025 match between FC Internazionale Milano and CA River Plate at Virginia Mason Athletic Center on June 24, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu gave his thoughts on the strike partnership this evening.

“It’s great seeing Pio playing alongside Lautaro,” he said.

The coach called the pairing “a nice mixture of technique, youth, experience, and physicality.”

“I can’t wait to see them play together,” Chivu declared.

Meanwhile, Chivu gave his thoughts on this evening’s match against River Plate. “It’s great to play a match like this,” he said. “In a stadium like this, with fans like these.”

“This is the last match of the group stage. We want to move past the group and get to the next round.”