Pressing, High Line, No Fear Of Yellow Cards – Chivu’s Tactical ‘Silent Revolution’ At Inter Milan | OneFootball

Cristian Chivu is bringing in a “silent revolution” with his tactical changes from the Inzaghi era at Inter Milan.

This is highlighted in today’s print edition of Milan-based newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport, via FCInterNews.

Inter Milan coach Cristian Chivu has now coached three matches in charge of the Nerazzurri.

Inter have progressed beyond the group stage at the Club World Cup after a draw against Monterrey followed by wins over Urawa Red Diamonds and River Plate.

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During these matches, Chivu hasn’t exactly made any radical changes.

The Romanian has mostly stuck with the 3-5-2 shape that Simone Inzaghi has used.

However, that is not to say that Chivu has not had his own ideas.

Cristian Chivu Brings “Silent Revolution” To Inter With New Tactical Ideas

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON – JUNE 21: Cristian Chivu, Head Coach of FC Internazionale Milano, looks on during the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 group E match between FC Internazionale Milano and Urawa Red Diamonds at Lumen Field on June 21, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Buda Mendes/Getty Images)

As the Gazzetta dello Sport notes, there are a few tactical changes in particular that have been notable.

Inter Milan have been defending with a higher line under Chivu than they typically had under Inzaghi.

Furthermore, the Nerazzurri have also looked to put more pressure on the ball higher up the pitch.

Then, when Inter have won the ball back, they have played it forward quicker. They have not circulated the ball around the back as much as they had done under Inzaghi.

Meanwhile, the Gazzetta notes, Chivu has also departed from Inzaghi’s policy on yellow cards.

Typically, when Inzaghi was at the helm, as soon as a player picked up a booking the coach would take them off within a few minutes.

However, Chivu has trusted players on yellow cards. Most notably, Alessandro Bastoni against River Plate.