Chivu: I like the attitude of the team eager to dominate the game, our overall performance was very good

In the 11th round of Serie A on November 10, Inter Milan defeated Lazio 2-0 at home. After the game, Inter Milan coach Chivu accepted an interview with DAZN.

■Since you mentioned Lautaro's smile, he has done nothing wrong.

Chivu said: "This is the result of his hard work and the reflection of his dedication to the team. When you have a calm mind and realize that you are a leader, the goals will come naturally. He must stay calm and know how much enthusiasm he has devoted to the team. He leads by example and drives the whole team through hard work. I am very happy to coach him."

■How much did you enjoy this game tonight?

"I really like the team's attitude and eagerness to dominate the game. We faced a well-organized team that could cause trouble at any time, but we understood the requirements of the game, knew how to play and how to execute. It can be said that our performance was quite good, even outstanding."

■ You have spent a lot of effort on non-main players, how have they grown?

"This is very important to me. We have 22 players, and everyone is working hard to improve the team's strength. It is not easy, because frequent personnel adjustments will make the team unbalanced. But I am quite satisfied with their progress. They quickly integrated into the team atmosphere, and everyone knows that they still have room for improvement."

■The team often presses high, such as the time of the first goal. Is this a racing mentality you’re instilling? How did you do it?

"It's not easy to maintain this attitude when you play a game every three days. The key is to read the rhythm of the game and the opportunities. We did a good job today. All the players involved in the rotation did their best to contribute to the team and allow others to get a chance to rest. It is this collective effort that makes this game attitude more valuable. These players I have are champions, they train hard, and even if they are tired, they can always find the motivation to meet the coach's requirements."

■ How do you prepare for the derby?

"Tonight I will spend time with my family, go home and watch a few NFL games, and rest for a few days. I will spend the next three days training the players who remain on the team, and at the same time wish good luck to the players who are going to the national team. When they come back, we will have two days to prepare for the Derby."