Inter insist they can overturn a 3-1 deficit to Bodo/Glimt at the San Siro; strong home form and recent consistency boost confidence. Betting angle: punters might back Inter to win with a +1 Asian handicap or to advance (including extra time/penalties); consider Over 2.5 goals given both teams’ attacking profiles.
Chivu Stakes Inter's Champions League Fate on Belief and Home Strength
Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu insists his side can overturn a 3-1 first-leg deficit against Bodo/Glimt as the teams prepare for the decisive return at San Siro. The loss in Norway, on an unfamiliar synthetic pitch, exposed issues but has not dented belief inside the squad, Chivu says.
Why Chivu Believes a Comeback Is Possible
Adapting to conditions was decisive
Inter struggled to adapt to the synthetic surface in the first leg, managing only spells of control. Chivu acknowledged those lapses but highlighted the quality and consistency his team has shown domestically as a reason for optimism.
Home form and momentum
Bodo/Glimt’s victory in Norway made them the first Norwegian side since 1996 to beat Italian opposition in UEFA competition, yet their away record versus Serie A sides is generally poor. Inter have won seven of their last eight matches across all competitions and boast three consecutive home wins, a trend Chivu believes can swing the tie.
Tactical Approach and Squad Mindset
Balance over desperation
Chivu emphasized the need to reclaim the result without losing tactical balance. “We must step onto the pitch with confidence… it could last 120 minutes or go to penalties. We must be ready from the start, without the desperation to score immediately,” he said, stressing game management and maturity.
Leadership beyond one player
With the absence of a key forward, Chivu underlined Inter’s collective leadership. “We have many leaders… whoever steps onto the pitch feels responsible,” he said, noting that the team’s hunger, humility and work ethic are central to any comeback.
Respecting the Opponent
Chivu refused to downplay Bodo/Glimt’s achievements, praising their organization, intensity and results against European heavyweights during the group stage. He framed potential elimination not as embarrassment but as part of football’s competitive realities, stressing respect for the opponent’s project.
What This Means for the Match and Bettors
Chivu’s message points to an Inter side motivated to attack yet mindful of structure. Expect an assertive home performance that values controlled pressure over frantic play.
For bettors, markets to consider include Inter to win with an Asian handicap (+1), Inter to advance (accounting for extra time/penalties), and markets supporting total goals (Over 2.5), given both teams’ attacking tendencies.
Closing Note
Inter enter the return leg with tangible reasons for optimism: superior recent form at home, squad depth, and a coach demanding balance and belief.
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Bodo/Glimt remain a dangerous, organized opponent — the tie looks set for a tense, tactical but potentially high-scoring encounter.
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