Chivu before Feyenoord-Inter: “Let’s turn the bitterness of the derby into energy”

Less than 24 hours before the Champions League match against Feyenoord, Chivu addressed the topic of the challenge on the microphones of Inter TV. The Nerazzurri coach analyzed the team’s moment starting from the defeat in the derby, indicating it as a starting point for a European reaction.

“We have to turn the bitterness of the lost derby into energy,” said Chivu. “We know how our journey in the Champions League began and we know it won’t be easy. But we are ready to honor our standard and to do what we want to do.”

Regarding the opponent’s profile, the coach did not hide the difficulties of the context. Feyenoord has the same points as Inter in the group stage, and playing at their home adds further pressure. “Offensively they are very well equipped and they are also strong physically and tactically,” he explained. “We know that playing at their home is not easy because of the enthusiasm, the energy, and the intensity they bring.”

The coach’s conclusion was clear: “We have to be ready in every way to face a match like this.”