Inter Milan 1-1 Atalanta – Nerazzurri Head Coach ‘Lacking Confidence After Derby Defeat’

Cristian Chivu received a mixed set of ratings from the Italian media following Inter Milan’s 1-1 draw with Atalanta, with his substitution decisions drawing the sharpest criticism as questions emerge over whether the derby defeat has left a lingering mark on his decision-making.

The harshest verdict came from Gazzetta dello Sport, who handed him a 5.

Tuttosport and Corriere dello Sport were slightly more lenient with a 5.5 each, while TMW awarded a 6 and L’Interista matched that assessment.

Inter 1-1 Atalanta – Chivu Slammed For Lack Of Confidence

The substitutions were the central talking point.

Tuttosport were direct in their criticism: “Regardless of the incidents, the choice to remove Esposito rather than the elusive Thuram is unconvincing.”

Corriere dello Sport offered a more contextual take, noting “doubts over some substitutions” while acknowledging the broader picture, “Inter were already sluggish in the first half. The derby has removed confidence.”

The consensus across the outlets paints a picture of a coach still carrying the weight of Sunday’s loss into his tactical thinking, and paying the price for it.

Finally, Inter must refocus, with Milan closing the gap at the top, every point matters.

Inter Milan 1-1 Atalanta – Cristian Chivu Ratings
Gazzetta dello Sport 5
Corriere dello Sport 5.5
Tuttosport 5.5
TMW 6
L’Interista 6