MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Marcus Thuram of FC Internazionale celebrates with teammate Lautaro Martinez after netting his team’s fourth goal during the Serie A clash against Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025, in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)
Inter Milan’s offensive prowess under Cristian Chivu is reaching extraordinary heights.
With 22 goals scored in their first eight Serie A matches, the Nerazzurri have equaled the remarkable scoring rate of Gigi Simoni’s iconic 1997-98 Inter squad.
With an average of 2.8 goals per game, they rank among Europe’s leading attacking teams—trailing only Bayern Munich and Eintracht Frankfurt, as highlighted by the latest statistics via FCInterNews.
Set Pieces: A Vital Tool in Chivu’s Strategy
As noted by La Gazzetta dello Sport, Inter has showcased “lethal efficiency” in both open play and set pieces, marking a crucial element of Chivu’s emerging success.
Leading Serie A with five headed goals and four from corner-kicks, the Nerazzurri blend physicality with precise deliveries from the wings.
With regular contributions from Lautaro Martinez and his teammates, Inter has rekindled the mixture of creativity and tenacity that characterized Simoni’s treble-winning side.
This is clear evidence that Chivu’s tactical system is already yielding positive results on the field.