Article by Aurelian Botezatu – Published on Thursday, 21 May 2026, 15:05 / Updated on Thursday, 21 May 2026 15:08
Following the event with Inter, Cristi Chivu was celebrated by his former teammates, who sent him messages via Sky Sport Italia.
Cristi Chivu's success, the title and the Cup in his first season on the bench of Inter, enjoys great recognition. And in Italy, and among his former teammates from the time when he himself was a Nerazzurro player (2007 – 2014).
Show dedicated to the triumph of Cristi Chivu on Sky Italia
The Sky Sport Italia station dedicated an entire show to the Romanian technician, “Chivu d'Italia”, to celebrate Inter's double triumph. Show that also hosted recorded messages of appreciation sent to the editorial office by his former colleagues.
“I'm so happy for you big brother. You're great, a really great friend. You deserve everything that happens to you. You're an incredible person. A big hug from me to you,” read former Brazil international Julio Cesar's message.
Goran Pandev, for Cristi Chivu: “I hope you can bring the treble back home”
Former Inter striker Goran Pandev wants Chivu to upgrade and repeat as a coach the “triple” championship – Cup – Champions League he achieved in 2010 under Jose Mourinho. “I know how much you care about this shirt. Knowing you, I know you won't stop here. I hope you can bring home the treble. I'm convinced you will,” said the former Macedonian international.
Goran Pandev, with Inter's shirt / Photo: Imago
Colombian Ivan Cordoba, one of the longest-serving players in the Nerazzurri jersey (2000 – 2012), did not spare superlatives either: “You were fantastic! I know how much work is put in behind the scenes to reach moments of happiness like this.”.
Dejan Stankovic: “Congratulations my brother. I love you”
And Dejan Stankovic, one of the emblematic players in the club's history (2004 – 2013), made a real declaration of love to the Romanian technician. “You did a tremendous job. Everyone says it's easy to win, but you know it's not like that.
This profession is difficult, only you and your team know what you have been through this season. Congratulations, my brother. I love you”, the current coach of Red Star Belgrade told him.
