Chivu admits Inter ‘lucky’ to beat Venezia: ‘I wanted to replace everyone’

Inter coach Cristian Chivu admits the Nerazzurri were ‘lucky’ to beat Venezia and, despite praising…

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Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 8:55 PM

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Inter head coach Cristian Chivu admitted his team were lucky after beating Venezia 2-0.
Inter secured the 2-0 victory thanks to two own goals by Venezia.
The result leaves Inter top of Serie A, level with Lazio on 25 points after nine matches.

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Inter head coach Cristian Chivu admitted his side were fortunate to defeat Venezia 2-0 on Wednesday, stating he wanted to replace every player at half-time. Inter secured the away victory courtesy of two own goals from Venezia, maintaining their position at the top of Serie A alongside Lazio with 25 points from nine matches.

Chivu credited Venezia's low block and acknowledged that goalkeeper Ivan Provedel kept Inter in the match during difficult moments. He also commended Carlos Augusto's contribution in a three-man defense despite an illness, as Inter now prepare to face rivals AC Milan in their upcoming derby.

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Chivu admits Inter ‘lucky’ to beat Venezia: ‘I wanted to replace everyone’

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