Inter’s New Identity Comes With a Defensive Cost

Stefano Borghi believes Inter are moving towards a distinct identity under Cristian Chivu, with the shift from Simone Inzaghi’s side still taking shape and bringing a defensive trade-off.

The journalist and commentator made the comparison during Sky Sport 24 programming after Inter’s victory over Parma. FCInterNews and FCInter1908 reported his assessment: the Nerazzurri remain formidable, but the way they seek to impose themselves is changing.

That developing identity has already been a focus in coverage of Inter’s tactical identity under Chivu . Borghi’s distinction is specific: Inzaghi’s team controlled possession and build-up within the 3-5-2, while Chivu’s version aims to attack more directly, vertically and aggressively.

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