While Cristian Chivu had a promising start to his managerial career at San Siro, Inter Milan continues to struggle in crucial matches.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport, as reported by FCInterNews, the team’s disappointing performances in key encounters have become well known.
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This past Tuesday, Liverpool silenced San Siro as Dominik Szoboszlai converted a last-minute penalty, securing a 1-0 victory for the Reds.
While Liverpool benefitted from referee Felix Zwayer’s decision, this defeat only adds to Inter’s mounting challenges against top-tier teams.
Inter Milan’s Ongoing Struggles in High-Profile Matches
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Losses to high-caliber opponents have emerged as a recurring problem for Cristian Chivu in the current season.
His squad has already faced three defeats in notable Serie A fixtures against AC Milan, Juventus, and Napoli.
In addition, Inter’s sole losses in the Champions League have come from Atletico Madrid and Liverpool, following four consecutive wins.
It’s clear that poor performances against elite sides have been Inter’s downfall this season.
Whether this stems from psychological issues or other factors remains to be determined.