Inter, comebacks are no longer enough: why Chivu concedes too many goals

The 3-1 defeat to Milan on Saturday, October 31, has reopened the debate over Cristian Chivu’s Inter. The issue is not limited to the derby result: the Nerazzurri are conceding too many goals and cannot expect to turn every match around after getting into trouble.

The analysis focuses on a weakness that keeps recurring during matches. When Inter comes under pressure, the team is forced to chase the game and spend energy trying to get back into it. A comeback, once a valuable resource, risks becoming a dependency. The defeat against Milan confirms that defensive balance remains the main area requiring improvement.

The schedule demands an immediate response. After beating Fiorentina 2-1 on October 25 and Venezia 2-0 on October 28, Inter conceded three goals in the derby. On Tuesday, November 3 at 9 p.m., they will face Feyenoord Rotterdam in the Champions League, before hosting Como on Sunday, November 8 at 6 p.m.