Venezia-Inter, Chivu recalls Catania 2010: the same script for Inter

Inter’s 2-0 victory away to Venezia took Cristian Chivu back sixteen years. While discussing the match at the Penzo, the Nerazzurri coach compared the performance with Catania-Inter in 2010, identifying a common feature in the way his team had to handle a difficult away fixture.

The connection highlighted by Chivu concerns more than the final score. On both occasions, Inter had to stay focused during an intense match, manage the problems on the pitch and wait for the right opportunity to take control. That reading fits what the Nerazzurri showed in Venice, where they scored twice without allowing their opponents to find the net.

The October 28 win extended the run that had already included victories over Shakhtar, 1-0 in the Champions League on October 21, and Fiorentina, 2-1 in Serie A on October 25. Attention now turns to the derby: Milan-Inter is scheduled for Saturday, October 31, at 20:45. After the San Siro clash, Chivu’s side will face Feyenoord in the Champions League on November 3 at 21:00.