Inter Milan 3-2 Como – Cristian Chivu Hints At Potential Change In Coppa Italia Final: “Who Says Josep Martinez Will Be In Goal”
Inter Milan 3-2 Como – Cristian Chivu Hints At Potential Change In Coppa Italia Final: “Who Says Josep Martinez Will Be In Goal” Inter Milan manager Cristian Chivu suggested that Josep Martinez may not be in the starting lineup in the Coppa Italia final. During last night’s post-match conference, Chivu cast doubt on the Spaniard’s chances of featuring at the Olimpico, as reported by FCInterNews . Josep Martinez emerged as one of Inter’s heroes in Tuesday’s come-from-behind 3-2 home victory over Como.
Indeed, the 27-year-old made two crucial second-half saves to help the Nerazzurri reach the final for the first time since 2023. However, the former Genoa goalkeeper has been Chivu’s second choice in goal behind Yann Sommer this season. Still, he has been Inter’s starting shot-stopper in the Coppa Italia .
Despite his impressive performance last night, Martinez doesn’t have a guaranteed starting berth ahead of the title-deciding fixture. Furthermore, Cristian Chivu jumped to Sommer’s defense amid growing criticism, suggesting he could dislodge the Spanish star in the final. Inter Milan Manager Cristian Chivu Casts Doubt on Josep Martinez Chances of Starting Coppa Italia Final Chivu praised the importance of several fringe players.
“Also Diouf, Sucic, Luis Henrique (and all the others). Sommer has been heavily criticised since the start of the year,” Chivu said. “Yet, he is the goalkeeper of the team at the top of the table.
“Pepo did his job; he knows why he hasn’t played much. Who said he will play the final? He is a reliable goalkeeper; he has proven it.