Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu admitted his side lacked the necessary competitive edge and energy to overcome a well-organized Bodø/Glimt side, resulting in a disappointing 5-2 aggregate exit from the Champions League.
Inter Milan’s European campaign ended abruptly after a 2-1 home loss to Bodø/Glimt at the San Siro on Tuesday evening.
Despite dominating possession, the Nerazzurri were punished for defensive errors and a toothless attack missing Lautaro Martínez.
Manager Cristian Chivu conceded that his squad struggled to match the visitors’ intensity, noting, “In the second half Bodo had a lot more energy than we did.”
The defeat marks Inter’s earliest continental exit since 2021, leaving the Serie A leaders to focus on domestic honors.
Chivu refused to blame his players, instead praising the Norwegian side’s tactical execution. He added, “We can only congratulate Bodo/Glimt, they are a team who deserve to be in the next round.”
The loss highlights the difficulty of balancing a demanding domestic schedule.