Inter Crush Torino 5-0 in Chivu’s San Siro Debut
Inter Milan’s new Serie A campaign got underway in explosive fashion, and it couldn’t have been scripted better for Cristian Chivu, who was making his debut as coach at the San Siro. In front of their home crowd, Inter thrashed Torino 5-0, sending out a loud message to the rest of the league that they are very much in the hunt for the Scudetto.
The floodgates opened in the 18th minute when Alessandro Bastoni met a cross with a glancing header, giving Inter the early lead. That moment set the tone, and from then on, Torino looked overwhelmed. Marcus Thuram doubled the advantage before halftime, finishing off a lovely pass from newcomer Petar Sucic, who slipped the ball in behind a shaky Torino defense.
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After the break, Lautaro Martinez pounced on a dreadful misplaced pass from Gvidas Gineitis and slotted home Inter’s third, leaving Torino stunned. The pressure didn’t stop there. Just ten minutes later, Thuram added his second of the night, rising high to head in a brilliant delivery from Bastoni. And as if Torino’s misery wasn’t enough, Ange-Yoan Bonny put the finishing touch on the rout in the 72nd minute, punishing yet another defensive blunder with a fierce strike.
The five-goal demolition wasn’t just about the scoreline—it was about the manner of Inter’s play. The team looked fresh, energetic, and full of intent, a stark contrast to the weary side that had collapsed in last season’s Champions League final against PSG. With only one new signing in the starting lineup, Chivu managed to bring out sharpness and hunger that made the performance look effortless.
But while the players dominated on the pitch, something unusual was happening in the stands. The usually electric San Siro atmosphere felt muted. Many of Inter’s hardcore ultras, known for driving the noise and passion in the Curva Nord, were absent. They chose to protest outside the stadium after some supporters were placed on a “black list” that banned them from renewing their season tickets. This move came in the wake of serious criminal investigations involving ultra leaders, some of whom were recently sentenced to long prison terms for crimes linked to mafia-style activity.
As a result, stretches of silence filled the ground, occasionally broken by Torino’s traveling fans, who sarcastically shouted “olé” during rare moments of competent play from their team. Their mock cheers carried across the stadium, highlighting how fragile Marco Baroni’s side looked. On this evidence, Torino may be staring at a long, difficult season with relegation battles looming on the horizon.
For Inter, though, the night was one of promise. Chivu’s men not only picked up three points but also laid down a statement performance. If this display is anything to go by, Napoli and the rest of Serie A’s challengers will have plenty to worry about in the months ahead.
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