Chivu Declares ‘The Champions League Is Important, Inter Milan Want To Play A Leading Role’ | OneFootball

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu says that Inter Milan “want to play a leading role” in the Champions League this season.

The Nerazzurri coach spoke to InterTV after today’s draw, via FCInterNews.

Inter Milan learned who their first eight opponents in the Champions League will be today.

Among the most high profile teams that the Nerazzurri have drawn are Liverpool, Arsenal, and Atletico Madrid.

Last season, Inter had the best defensive record in the entire league phase. They managed to go the entire eight matches conceding only one goal.

This time out, there have been big changes at Inter, though. The Nerazzurri have lost coach Simone Inzaghi, with Cristian Chivu coming in to replace him.

This will be the Romanian’s first time coaching in the Champions League.

Cristin Chivu: “Inter Milan Want To Play A Leading Role In Champions League”

MILAN, ITALY – AUGUST 25: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of Internazionale, gestures during the Serie A match between FC Internazionale and Torino FC at Giuseppe Meazza Stadium on August 25, 2025 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Marco Luzzani/Getty Images)

New Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu gave his thoughts ahead of his team’s Champions League campaign.

“The Champions League is an important and highly prestigious competition,” he said.

“And it’s one where Inter want to once again play a leading role.”

“We’ll be up against top-level teams,” said Chivu. “All very competitive, in stadiums with incredible atmospheres.”

“I’m sure that we’ll be able to honour this competition to the fullest,” the Inter coach said.