The name of the best coach of the 2025/26 season in Italian football has been revealed. Inter head coach Cristian Chivu has been named the best manager of the season by Serie A. This was announced by the Italian league's press office.
For the 45-year-old Romanian coach, this recognition is a crucial milestone in his career. Since taking charge of Inter, Chivu quickly elevated the team to a high level, delivered consistent results in the league, and restored the club to the pinnacle of Italian football.
It is reported that the award will be presented to Chivu before the start of the final Serie A match between Bologna and Inter. The match is scheduled for Saturday, May 23. This game will be an opportunity for the 'Nerazzurri' to finish the season as champions.
Cristian Chivu is no stranger to Inter. He worked within the club's system from 2018 to 2024, gaining valuable coaching experience. In February 2025, he took over Parma and managed to save the team from relegation to Serie B. This result demonstrated the specialist's ability to mentally restore a team even in difficult situations.
In the summer of 2025, Chivu was appointed head coach of Inter. Although this decision initially sparked mixed reactions, the Romanian specialist answered all questions with his results on the pitch. He led the team to the Italian championship and also triumphed in the Coppa Italia.
Under Chivu, Inter displayed disciplined, reliable, and results-oriented football. The team showed consistent performance throughout the season, outclassing their rivals. In particular, their composure in key matches and tactical preparation clearly showed Chivu's growth as a coach.
Recall that Cristian Chivu also defended the colors of Inter as a player from 2007 to 2014. He won the Italian championship three times with the Milan side, and also clinched the Champions League and the FIFA Club World Cup. Now, he is writing his name into the club's history as a coach as well.
This situation has special symbolic significance for Inter fans. The former player, who once fought for the club on the pitch, is now leading the team to new victories as a coach. Such stories are rare in football and feel even more special to the fans.
In short, Cristian Chivu has proven himself at Inter not just as a former player, but as a coach with great potential. The league title, the Coppa Italia, and the Coach of the Season award are all well-deserved recognition of his hard work. For Chivu, this could just be the beginning: a new coaching era in Milan has started very confidently.
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