Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu quieted the critics as his side sneaked into the win column in Sunday’s match against Pisa.

According to Gazzetta dello Sport via FCInter1908, the 45-year-old made flawless tactical decisions at the Arena Garibaldi.

The Nerazzurri headed into proceedings amid a rough patch, seeking redemption for a pair of losses to Atletico Madrid and AC Milan.

Despite being heavily favored to beat the Serie A newcomers, it wasn’t plain sailing for Inter.

Indeed, Pisa punched above their weight to stay in the contest until the final ten minutes.

Inter Milan Boss Cristian Chivu Proves His Credentials vs Pisa

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SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 21: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, looks on during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field on June 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

Cristian Chivu gave Luis Henrique perhaps one last chance to impress in Denzel Dumfries’ absence.

However, the Brazilian winger failed to seize the opportunity, forcing the Nerazzurri coach to take him off in the second half.

Despite having Carlos Augusto on the bench, Chivu made an unconventional call.

Indeed, he introduced Andy Diouf as a makeshift wingback, which worked wonders.

Furthermore, the former Parma coach was not afraid to make changes at halftime, replacing Petar Sucic with Piotr Zielinski.

The Polish midfielder turned the game around since coming on, proving Chivu’s decision-making spot-on.