Chivu Calls Out Inter’s Performance: ‘We Are Not Ready Yet’

FolioPitch.com – 08 August 2026 | Cristian Chivu, the experienced Romanian defender, has expressed his dissatisfaction with Inter’s performance despite their 2-1 victory over Juventus in a pre-season friendly.

Chivu’s comments came after the match, where Inter sealed their pre-season tour with a win in Perth, Australia, thanks to goals from Federico Dimarco and Andy Diouf. However, Chivu was not pleased with the team’s approach, particularly in the second half.

“I didn’t like the second half at all. There are no first choices or reserves, even in goal,” Chivu said in an interview with Sky Sport Italia. “We can always do better, at least we conclude the tour without injuries.”

Chivu emphasized that Inter needs more time to sharpen their performance, suggesting that they are still not ready for the upcoming season. He pointed out that the team’s approach was inconsistent, particularly in the second half, and that they need to find more solutions to improve their game.

Juventus, who finished sixth in Serie A last season, have been busy strengthening their squad with new signings like Randal Kolo Muani, Kerim Alajbegovic, and ex-Roma defender Zeki Celik. Chivu acknowledged that Juventus is a strong team and will certainly have their say in the upcoming season.

Despite the win, Chivu’s comments have raised concerns about Inter’s readiness for the new season. The team will need to work on their performance and find a more consistent approach if they want to achieve their goals.

Inter’s pre-season tour has come to an end, but the team still has plenty to work on before the start of the new season. Chivu’s words of caution should serve as a reminder that there is still much to be done to ensure the team’s success.