Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu made a crucial tactical change in Sunday’s Serie A win over Genoa.

According to Corriere della Sera via FCInterNews, the 45-year-old made a key tactical adjustment that helped his side take all three points.

Inter Milan saw off Genoa in a dramatic contest at the Marassi in their final warm-up fixture ahead of their trip to Saudi Arabia.

Yann Bisseck and Lautaro Martinez scored before halftime to inspire the Nerazzurri to a precious 2-1 victory.

As a result, Inter will spend Christmas at the top of the table.

Cristian Chivu Tactical Move Secures Genoa 1-2 Inter Milan Victory

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MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of Internazionale, gestures during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

Inter have attempted a league-high 4.7 crosses per game this season.

That has made the Nerazzurri somewhat predictable, prompting Cristian Chivu to change his approach on Sunday.

Therefore, Carlos Augusto and Luis Henrique played more conservative roles at Stadio Luigi Ferraris.

Indeed, their task was to create spaces between the lines for Nicolo Barella and Petar Sucic.

Chivu’s modification allowed Inter to control possession and launch more precise attacking moves.