The Inter Milan attack under Cristian Chivu continues to deliver at historic levels.

After scoring 22 goals in their first eight Serie A matches, the Nerazzurri have matched the offensive output of Gigi Simoni’s 1997-98 Inter, one of the most celebrated sides of the modern era.

Their average of 2.8 goals per game places them among Europe’s most prolific teams – behind only Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt, according to the latest statistics via FCInterNews.

Inter Milan Set Pieces ‘Key Weapon’ In Chivu Revolution

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MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 30: FC Internazionale coach Cristian Chivu looks on before the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD2 match between FC Internazionale Milano and SK Slavia Praha at Stadio San Siro on September 30, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

La Gazzetta dello Sport highlighted Inter’s “lethal efficiency” both in open play and from set pieces, a key weapon in Chivu’s early success.

The Nerazzurri lead Serie A in both headed goals (5) and corner-kick goals (4), combining physical presence with precise delivery from the flanks.

With Lautaro Martinez and co all contributing regularly, Inter have rediscovered the blend of creativity and aggression that once defined Simoni’s treble-contending squad.

Proof that Chivu’s system is already paying dividends on the scoreboard.