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6 days ago
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Inter Milan Coach Hails Team's Spirit After Beating Monza On Penalties In Friendly: 'Team Cares About Getting Results'
Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu praised the team's mentality after last night's penalty shootout win over Monza in a friendly. Speaking to Inter TV via FCInterNews, the 44-year-old admitted he appreciated Inter's commitment at Stadio Brianteo. Despite needing penalties to beat last season's Serie A basement boys, the Nerazzurri fared reasonably well. Federico Dimarco's lapse of concentration midway through the first half saw Monza go 1-0 up, courtesy of Patrick Ciurria's goal. However, goals on either side of halftime saw the San Siro club take the lead heading into the final half hour of play. Francesco Pio Esposito scored a sublime backheel goal to put Inter in front before Paulo Azzi forced penalties right at the death. Though Inter couldn't win in regulation, Chivu maintained his 100% win ratio in pre-season. Indeed, following their win over Monaco in the opening summer friendly, Inter secured another victory, this time after a penalty shootout. Cristian Chivu Heaps Praise on Inter Milan Mentality After Monza Win PARMA, ITALY – MAY 18: Cristian Chivu head coach of Parma calcio during the Serie A match between Parma and Napoli at Stadio Ennio Tardini on May 18, 2025 in Parma, Italy. (Photo by) 'We've given players minutes – those who played less in Monaco played less today,' Chivu said after the game. 'We try to treat everyone the same. 'In Monaco, we also had a double training session, and lately, with the heat, it hasn't helped. 'At 90 minutes, the game ended in a draw, but overall, the players were committed and tried to do the best with what they had today. 'Unfortunately, it still ended in a draw. One of the positive takeaways from these friendlies is the spirit of the team, which still wants to achieve results. 'I try to instill responsibility and make sure every day they give their best. 'They need to improve motivation across the board because the league is just around the corner. 'We need to be ready and remain the competitive team we've been. 'I see commitment, application, and motivation, even though after only two weeks of work, it's never easy to be brilliant or at your peak. 'But from a character standpoint, they're trying to improve, even if I think there's always a little more they can give. 'We're trying to build fitness. In just four weeks of work, we've chosen to play only four friendlies, split between the Under-23s, Monaco, today, and the last one in Bari against Olympiacos in a couple of days. 'It's not easy; it's a new situation for everyone. 'We try to turn it to our advantage and do our best with the training loads. 'With these matches, I believe we'll be ready for the first league game.'
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7 days ago
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How Inter Milan Will Line Up In Pre-Season Friendly Vs Monza – Dutch Wingback Set To Start
Inter Milan will face Monza in their second pre-season friendly later tonight. According to Tuttosport via FCInterNews, Denzel Dumfries will be part of Cristian Chivu's starting line-up. Monza and Inter will lock horns in an exhibition match at Stadio Brianteo this evening. Following a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Monaco in their first pre-season friendly, Inter will seek another victory. Additionally, Chivu will field a strong starting XI. How Inter Milan Will Line Up vs Monza CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA – JUNE 30: Lautaro Martinez #10 of FC Internazionale Milano crosses the ball during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 round of 16 match between FC Internazionale Milano and Fluminense FC at Bank of America Stadium on June 30, 2025 in Charlotte, North Carolina. (Photo by) Inter will line up in a new 3-4-2-1 formation, with Yann Sommer expected to start in goal. Meanwhile, Matteo Darmian, Stefan de Vrij, and Alessandro Bastoni should start at the back. Dumfries will operate on the right flank, with Carlos Augusto set to get the nod ahead of Federico Dimarco on the left. While waiting for Davide Frattesi to regain full fitness, Chivu will stick with Henrikh Mkhitaryan as a starting midfielder. The Armenian should partner up with Hakan Calhanoglu at the heart of Inter's midfield. Further up the pitch, Nicola Zalewski and Marcus Thuram will likely partner up behind Lautaro Martinez.
