Inter Milan swept aside Como with a commanding 4-0 win at San Siro, but Cristian Chivu kept both feet firmly on the ground as he reflected on the Nerazzurri’s performance.
Speaking to DAZN after the match, via FCInterNews, the Inter coach said the scoreline did not tell the full story of the evening.
“We could have done much better,” he admitted.
Indeed, opening his post-game analysis with a reminder that the overall performance still left room for improvement.
Chivu praised his team’s intensity but felt they rushed key moments.
“We were a little frantic. We pressed them high and spent a lot of energy, but we still played a real match with quality,” he said.
“We take the three points, they were important.”
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Ahead of kick-off, some had billed the match as a personal showdown with Como manager Cesc Fabregas, but Chivu brushed that off.
“Those are headlines for newspapers. What matters to me is the team, trust, our daily work and our objective. The rest is convenient for you, and that’s fine, I understand it.”
The coach also highlighted the need for patience with new arrivals such as Luis Henrique and Diouf.
“We need all 22 outfield players, the three goalkeepers, and the U23 boys. Anyone coming from another league needs time to adapt. They’re doing it well thanks to teammates who help them understand what it means to play for Inter,” he said.
Chivu confirmed Inter had specifically prepared for Como’s aggressive high press, even if the execution wasn’t always clean.
“If they mark you man-to-man, you have to play first time and find the forwards. We did that well but needed more calmness,” he stressed.
And as for his jubilant celebration on the fourth goal? Chivu laughed it off.
“What did I do? I don’t remember… I’m the usual idiot,” he joked.
“I’m happy for the boys. I love this team and this club. I try to give my best with passion and enthusiasm.”