Chivu: I am gaining experience and hope to have a great career like Simeone in the future

Hupu News, November 26, Inter Milan will play away against Atletico Madrid in the first stage of the Champions League. Before the game, Inter Milan coach Chivu attended the press conference.

What kind of reaction do you expect from the team after the derby?

"We have always been able to get back on our feet after derbies in the past, and I expect the same thing this time. Tomorrow will be an important game like Sunday. The opponent is a strong team. This game is very important for whether we can continue on the path to the Champions League."

"The beauty of football is There is always a chance for revenge. We showed quality and determination in the derby, but maybe we lacked a little bit of clarity and luck. We have an important Champions League game tomorrow and we know how difficult it is to play at their home court."

What does the team need to do to not leave room for Atletico?

"Organization, counterattacking and quality at the same time like Sunday. We have to be more proactive, play our own pace of the game, anticipate and pass the ball faster, rather than being cynical like Sunday."

Will Sommer play? He has been at the center of a storm of criticism recently.

"I have to protect my players. I have 22 very good players, and they are all eligible to play at Inter Milan. People always ask who is the starter and who is the substitute. Recently I also read Arteta's philosophy, which is to let the ball that is not in good condition. The player is on the bench, and the same goes for the goalkeeper. Josep Martinez will also have his chance, and when he recovers from his previous difficult moments, it will be his turn."

What are you missing in the strong dialogue?

"Maturity, attitude and quality all count. Whether we have the ball or not, we hope to always maintain initiative on the field. The growth of the team is obvious, but in the strong dialogue, except against Roma, we basically did not achieve anything, but I am still very confident."

What is Thuram's physical condition?

"He had a high-intensity training today, but we have to be cautious as usual with all players returning from injury. From a physical point of view, he did lack a little physical reaction in the last few minutes of the derby, and we will evaluate it tomorrow."

Are there certain tactical points that you must improve?

"Every defeat is different, but in some games, we did give our opponents more than usual, such as against Juventus, Napoli and Roma. Against Milan, we played very solidly, which made me reflect, because this defeat is different from others. We did more on the field, but it was not enough, so we must work hard to get rid of the psychological bottleneck of strong dialogue. The team is now full of life and eager to return to a higher level."

What do you think of Atletico Madrid coach Simeone? How do you feel facing these famous coaches?

"I don't feel that I am better than them or worse. I just accumulated my experience in football. I don't feel that I am better than them, nor do I feel that I am weaker than them."

Is the game against Atletico Madrid a direct rival in the Champions League?

"This is a very important game. We scored 12 points, but none of them were easy. Tomorrow night will not be easy, just like the first four games."

Despite losing the derby, is this path still the right one?

"We must continue to work. As a coach, I also want to see the positive side. Although I face setbacks, I am very satisfied with the maturity of the team. Unfortunately, it is not enough. Maybe we also need a little luck, and that little bit of luck is very important."

How do you evaluate Simeone?

"He can always convey his ideas. I have played against him when I was coaching in Catania, and we joked with each other in Libya. I hope to have a great career like him in the future."