Chivu Pleased With Momentum Shift Inter Milan Win Vs Urawa Reds: ‘A Result That Can Break The Negativity’ | OneFootball

Cristian Chivu is hoping that Inter Milan’s win over Urawa Red Diamonds yesterday can “break the negativity.”

The Nerazzurri coach spoke to Italian broadcaster SportMediaset, via FCInterNews, after the match.

Inter Milan defeated Urawa Red Diamonds yesterday. They got their first win at the FIFA Club World Cup in their second group stage match.

Inter had to do it hard way. They trailed for the majority of the match, but won right at the end courtesy of a stoppage time winner from substitute Valentin Carboni.

This gave Inter something to really build on heading into their final group stage match against River Plate. They will feel confident they can book their place in the knockouts now.

Reaching the knockout rounds feels like the least Inter could do in the US.

This tournament comes after an end to the season that saw Inter miss out on both the Serie A title and the Champions League.

Chivu Hopes Win Vs Urawa Reds Can “Break The Negativity” For Inter

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 11: Head coach Cristian Chivu of FC Internazionale Milano after disembarking at Los Angeles International Airport for FIFA Club World Cup 2025 on June 11, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu gave his thoughts after yesterday’s match. “First of all I’m happy with the performance from the guy,” the Romanian commented.

“Because it wasn’t easy today, facing a team who were organized in a low block,” Chivu continued.

“We tried everything to break down that organization. Both in the first and the second half.”

“I’m also happy because this is the first win for me after a few weeks,” the new Inter coach continued.

“We could have gotten more in the last few months. But that’s how football is.”

“So we had to do something to break some of the negativity that’s been building up,” Chivu added.

“From a point of view of character, the attitude, I was happy with the performances from the players who came off the bench,” added the Inter coach.

“They also tried to add something to the group and to the team.”