Inter’s Dominant 5-0 Victory Over Torino Marks Chivu’s Perfect Serie A Debut
What a way to kick off the Serie A season! Inter Milan delivered an emphatic statement of intent with a stunning 5-0 win over Torino at San Siro, a performance that Cristian Chivu described as a “show of maturity.” This wasn’t just a win; it was a comprehensive display of dominance from start to finish, sending a clear message to the rest of the league.
The match began with Inter immediately asserting control. Within the first 18 minutes, Alessandro Bastoni rose high to meet Nicolo Barella’s perfectly delivered corner, heading the ball past Torino goalkeeper Franco Israel. That early breakthrough set the tone for what was to come. The Nerazzurri kept pressing, and in the 36th minute, summer signing Petar Sucic picked out Marcus Thuram with a defense-splitting pass. Thuram stayed composed and slotted the ball home, doubling Inter’s lead and giving the fans at San Siro plenty to cheer about.
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Chivu, returning to San Siro not as a player but as the head coach, praised the team’s mentality and focus. “The players gave a great response and are trying to leave the past behind them. From the first day of training, they have embraced what they need to do, got their heads down, and that is why they were in such good shape today,” he told Sky Sport Italia. He highlighted that this result wasn’t just about physical preparation but about mental readiness, which gave the team that extra edge.
The second half continued in the same dominant fashion. Lautaro Martinez capitalized on a defensive error to make it 3-0, and soon after, Marcus Thuram added a second with a brilliant header. Then came Ange-Yoan Bonny, who scored on his debut just minutes after coming off the bench, sealing the 5-0 victory. The only new starter, Petar Sucic, impressed with his vision and creativity, showing he could be a key part of Chivu’s plans moving forward.
Inter’s high pressing game forced mistakes from Torino, though Chivu acknowledged the risks involved. “You need the right attitude from the whole team when pressing, so we’re working on timing and reading of situations. Obviously, it is not easy, but I am not afraid of anything,” he said, reflecting the confidence instilled in the squad.
While there were questions about potential transfers, including Ademola Lookman, Chivu remained focused on the game. “Lookman is not part of our squad, so I am not talking about players we don’t have. There are still a few days left in the transfer session, so we’ll have time to discuss it,” he added.
It was a perfect debut for Chivu in Serie A as Inter’s head coach, and the 5-0 scoreline, the club’s strongest season opener since 1961, left no doubt about the team’s ambitions. The combination of tactical discipline, high energy, and mental focus ensured that Inter’s first statement of the season was delivered in emphatic style, leaving fans excited for what’s ahead.
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