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13Apr By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus 1-0 Sporting: Player Ratings

Juventus have won the first leg of the Europa League Quarter-Final against Sporting Lisbon 1-0. Federico Gatti crowned his Man of the Match worthy performance with a goal. Max Statman gives you a quick rundown and the ratings. After a slow start, Juventus started to create some opportunities. Ángel Di Maria picked out Federico Chiesa with a great long ball. The Italian winger controlled it well and cut inside. His shot was good, but so was the save by Antonio Adan. The Bianconeri didn't continue to create chances, so Sporting came forward. Wojciech Szczęsny was called into action after Sebastián Coates headed the ball towards goal following a corner. The Polish goalkeeper was alert and pushed it away. Shortly after, he made another save at the near post. Just past the half hour m...

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19Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Inter 0-1 Juventus: Player Ratings 

Juventus have fought their way towards winning the Derby d'Italia against Inter in the Giuseppe Meazza 0-1. The Bianconeri withstood all of the Milanese pressure to scrape yet another big win.  Inter quickly tested Wojciech Szczęsny, as Nicolò Barella took a shot from outside the box. The Polish goalkeeper was able to punch it away. Barella came close again ten minutes later after a quick combination with Romelu Lukaku. Szczęsny was able to block the hard shot from the Italian.  Golstić Even though the Nerazzurri were more dangerous, it would be Juventus that opened the score with their first opportunity of the match. After 23 minutes, Juventus countered quickly. Adrien Rabiot found Filip Kostić with a good pass. The Serbian was gifted too much time in the Inter box and he s...

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9Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus 1-0 Freiburg: Player Ratings

Juventus have won the first leg of their tie against Freiburg in the Europa League Round of 16 (1-0). The Bianconeri were superior at the Allianz Stadium and have made a good step for qualification for the next round. Juventus started the match strongly, maybe even the strongest of the season. They put Freiburg under big pressure, but failed to create a real chance. Then, Di Maria found Adrien Rabiot with a through ball. The Frenchman faced goalkeeper Mark Flekken and tried to put the ball in at the near post. Flekken did just enough to keep it out. About five minutes later, Ángel Di María won a free-kick near the edge of the box. Juan Cuadrado curled it over the wall, but Flekken was there again to push it away. Just before the final whistle, Cuadrado put Flekken to work again with...

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5Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Roma 1-0 Juventus: Player Ratings

Juventus has failed to continue their string of good results against AS Roma on Sunday night. At the Olimpico, the Bianconeri were downed by a Gianluca Mancini rocket. It was a cagey affair in the first half. The first serious piece of action came after 26 minutes, when Paulo Dybala fired on goal from outside the box. His curler was pushed away by Wojciech Szczęsny.  Patricio saves Just before half time, Juventus got their biggest opportunity of the first half. Danilo found Rabiot at the far post with an amazing pass and the Frenchman headed towards goals from close by. Rui Patrício reacted quickly and managed to tip it against the post and away from goal.  Gianluca Mancini broke the deadlock after 54 minutes. The Italian defender was free to shoot from just outside the box a...

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2Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus 1-0 Lazio: Player Ratings

Juventus and Lazio fought for a spot in the semi-finals at the Allianz Stadium on Thursday, with a Bremer goal proving enough to beat the visitors from the capital. In a far from filled up Allianz, Juventus and Lazio battled out who'd face Inter in the next round of the Coppa Italia. The match started out pretty evenly, with the Bianconeri having the slight upper hand. Both teams had some opportunities, Lazio came close with a Zaccagni curler, while Kostić troubled Maximiano from a tight angle. However, Juventus managed to take the lead just before the end of the first half. Lazio couldn't get the ball away and it fell to Kostić, who directly delivered it into the box. That turned out to be a great cross, as Bremer beat Maximiano to the ball and headed in the 1-0. I...

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22Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus 3-3 Atalanta: Player Ratings

A six-goal-thriller between Juventus and Atalanta ended up without a winner. After a horrible week, the Bianconeri showed character as they restart the chase for European football. The match couldn't have started any worse for Juventus. After the hard hit of the 15 point deduction in Serie A, the Bianconeri also conceded after five minutes because of a Szczesny mistake. The Polish goalkeeper slapped a Lookman shot at the near post into his own goal. 23 minutes into the match, Nicolò Fagioli earned Juventus a penalty, which was converted by Angel Di Maria. A beautiful Bianconeri attack ten minutes later ended up with Milik scoring the 2-1 from a great cross by Fagioli. That attack also included some Di Maria magic. Juventus started the second half horrendously. Both Maehle and B...

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19Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus-Salernitana: Match preview and probable starting XI

After a disappointing defeat in the Champions League round of 16 against Villarreal on Wednesday (0-3), Juventus are now looking to bounce back against Salernitana. The visitors are in last place in Serie A and in need of three points. Max Statman gives you a match preview, including some quotes from Max Allegri's press conference. "Tomorrow I'll field my strongest XI." There are no new injuries for Juventus, but Manuel Locatelli is unavailable due to testing positive for Covid-19. Even though Federico Bernardeschi, Giorgio Chiellini and Paulo Dybala returned to the squad last week, they're not expected to start. Coach Max Allegri said that the trio's fitness is improving, 'but they still don't have 90 minutes in their legs'. Allegri also mentoined that the squad, expect for the lo...

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16Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus collapse and are out of the Champions League

Juventus have lost 0-3 (1-4 on aggregate) against Villarreal at the Allianz Stadium and are done in the Champions League. The Bianconeri fail to make it past the round of 16, while they were in full control for most of the match. After Ajax, Lyon and Porto, Villarreal is the newest name on a growing list of teams who've knocked out Juve in recent years. Juventus would get more than enough chances to take the lead in the first half. Morata put his head to a cross from Cuadrado, but the Spaniard's header was saved by Villarreal goalkeeper Rulli. It wouldn't be the last save from the Argentine on Wednesday night. Ten minutes later, Dusan Vlahovic tried from far out, which forced Rulli into another stop. The Serbian striker hit the bar shortly after, when De Sciglio found him at the n...

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12Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Morata brace helps Juve beat Sampdoria

Before playing the crucial second leg of the Champions League round of 16 against Villarreal, Juventus traveled to the Luigi Ferraris to face Sampdoria. Two goals by Morata and a penalty save by Szczesny helped Juventus take the 3 points back to Turin. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. Juventus started the match without their star signing Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian striker was put on the bench by Max Allegri, undoubtely because of the Champions League match against Villarreal on Wednesday. The first 20 minutes of the games weren't the most exciting, but Juventus were able to take the lead anyway. Juan Cuadrado, who captained the Bianconeri, saw Sampdoria defender Yoshida put his cross behind goalkeeper Falcone. Morata from the spot Sampdoria came close...

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5Mar By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus-Spezia: Match preview and probable starting XI

Juventus face Spezia on Sunday evening after winning against Fiorentina at the very end of the match in Coppa Italia on Tuesday. Unfortunatly for the Bianconeri, lots of players are still out injured. The game has become even more important since Atalanta, who are competing for a top four spot with Juve, lost to Roma. Max Statman gives you a match preview, which also includes some quotes from Max Allegri’s press conference. Max Allegri confirmed that Paulo Dybala, Giorgio Chiellini, Alex Sandro and Mattia De Sciglio are all unavailable for tomorrow's match. Dybala was thought to be back for Sunday's match, but it's rumoured that he has sustained a new injury. Leonardo Bonucci is a doubt: "He has been playing even when he's not been 100 percent", Allegri said. Kaio Jorge and Weston McKe...

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26Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Empoli-Juventus: Vlahovic shows his worth again

Even though it was a poor performance by Juventus, the three points are going back to Turin. Dusan Vlahovic made the difference on Saturday evening with a brace. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. After only 7 minutes in the game, Denis Zakaria got a chance to give Juventus the lead. The Swiss midfielder came one on one with Vicario, but Empoli's goalkeeper saved his attempt. Zakaria would leave the field after 37 minutes because of an injury. He was replaced by Manuel Locatelli. Vlahovic once again showed he doesn't need a lot of space to create a chance. Juventus countered quickly and Kean gave the ball to Vlahovic, who's shot through Ismajli legs went just wide. Empoli also created some danger themselves, but Leonardo Bonucci was there to block a shot fr...

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25Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Empoli-Juventus: Match preview and probable starting XI

After a draw against Villarreal in the Champions League on Tuesday, Juventus' next match is already on the horizon. The Bianconeri will face Empoli on Saturday evening at the Stadio Carlo Castellani, while also having to deal with some new injuries. Max Statman gives you a match preview, which also includes some quotes from Max Allegri's press conference. Both Weston McKennie and Alex Sandro sustained injuries against Villarreal on Tuesday. The Brazilian will miss Saturday's match, while the American is going to be out for a longer period. McKennie fractured the second and third metatarsal of his left foot and is expected to be out for at least two months. Another player that is going to be out for a while, is Kaio Jorge. The Brazilian played a match for Juventus U23 on We...

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22Feb By Jurre van Wanrooij1 Comment

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Villarreal-Juventus: Avoidable draw for the Bianconeri

Juventus have drawn 1-1 against Villarreal in their first match in the Champions League round of 16. Dusan Vlahovic gave the Bianconeri the lead early on, but his goal was canceled out by Dani Parejo in the second half. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. There's no way to start your debut in the Champions League better than Dusan Vlahovic did on Tuesday. He found the back of the net after only 36 seconds. Danilo found Vlahovic with an amazing through ball. The Serbian striker controlled it well and Rulli was unable to save his shot in the left bottom corner. After taking the lead, Juventus crawled back into their shell a little. They gave Villarreal most of the possesion in the early stages. In the 13th minute, Villarreal got their first big chance. Pedraza...

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21Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Villarreal vs. Juventus: Match preview and probable XI

Juventus will face Villarreal for their first match in the Champions League round of 16. The Bianconeri drew against Torino on Friday and the Derby della Mole also gave them some problems in defence. Max Statman goes over the latest team news and gives you a probable starting lineup. Juventus had trouble at the back before the match against Torino even started. Daniele Rugani was supposed to start, but suffered a hamstring injury. He will miss the game against Villarreal. Luca Pellegrini replaced Rugani on Friday, but, although selected for the squad, it looks like he won't play in the Champions League due to a bruised knee. Paulo Dybala also went off early on Friday and is out for Tuesday's match, due to an muscle injury in his left thigh. It is expected that both Dybala and Rugani...

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9Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juve-Sassuolo: Match preview and probable lineup

Juve started well in Serie A after the winter break, but now it's time for Coppa Italia. The Bianconeri will face Sassuolo in the quarter finale on Thursday evening. Max Statman looks at the latest team news and gives you a probable lineup, which could look very different compared to the last one.   Juve won against Hellas Verona on Sunday, a match where debutants Dusan Vlahovic and Denis Zakaria scored both goals. That the Serbian striker will start again on Thursday in the Coppa Italia, is not guaranteed. Juve will face a director for the top four in Serie A, Atalanta, on Sunday. It's likely that a few players are going to get rested.  Giorgio Chiellini is sidelined due to an injury he got against Hellas. He could be out for multiple games. Moise Kean is suspended, while...

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4Feb By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus vs Hellas Verona: Match preview and probable lineups

Juventus will face Hellas Verona on Sunday evening 20:45 (local time) at the Allianz Stadium. Juve's newest signing Dusan Vlahovic could start, as well as the other reinforcement, Denis Zakaria. The Bianconeri will be looking to close the gap to top four, with Atalanta, who have a game in hand, one point ahead. Juventus drew their last game before the winter break 0-0 against AC Milan, without even getting a shot on target. That will most likely not be the case on Sunday, with Dusan Vlahovic joining the squad. Juventus's other signing, Denis Zakaria, is also in contention for a starting spot. Weston McKennie is a doubt for the game, as his flight to Italy has been cancelled. The American was on international duty and expected to return to Turin on Friday. Manuel Locatelli i...

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30Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Swiss international Denis Zakaria joins Juventus

Juventus have made their second big signing in the January transfer window, as Denis Zakaria joins from Borussia Mönchengladbach. The Bianconeri will pay the German side 5 million euros, plus add ons. Zakaria had a contract until this summer, hence why Juve could get the defensive midfielder for that price. The 25-year-old Zakaria, who's 1,91m tall, is valued at 27 million euros. He came through the ranks of Swiss club Servette FC before joining BSC Young Boys. In 2017, he joined Gladbach for 12 million euros. He was going to leave the club this summer, because his contract ran out. He will now join Juve and sign a contract until June 2026. Long passer Zakaria has played the majority of his games for Borussia Mönchengladbach as a defensive midfielder. Therefore, looking at his go...

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27Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Exclusive with Luca Bianchin: Vlahovićʼ medicals ‘will be on Saturday’, if he tests negative for coronavirus

Download Max Statman app here Juventus is prepared and ready to announce Dusan Vlahovic, Luca Bianchin of La Gazzetta dello Sport told Max Statman exclusively. The Serbian striker will have his medical on Saturday if he tests negative for COVID-19. Bianchin also touched on Alvaro Morata to Barcelona, Paulo Dybala's contract, potential outgoings, Nahitan Nandéz and the next big target this summer. It seems a certainty that Dusan Vlahovic will sign for Juventus and that the total price will be around 75 million euros. When will the Serbian have his medical and can we expect him to hold the Juve shirt? “I think that today could be a key day, because Juventus will meet Darko Ristic, his agent, who should be in Turin. I’m quite sure the medicals could be on Saturday. The poin...

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23Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juve have no shots on target and draw against Milan

Juventus have drawn 0-0 against AC Milan at the San Siro on Sunday evening. It was a boring match, with the Bianconeri not even having a single shot on target. With a win Juventus would have got into the top 4, but now they are 1 point behind in the standings. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. There was a little suprise when the line-ups came out: Giorgio Chiellini was starting, because Matthijs de Ligt suffered from gastroenteritis and started on the bench. The match started out pretty cagey, with lots of fouls. As a result of that, Manuel Locatelli received a yellow card and will be suspended for Juve's next match against Hellas Verona. Juventus created some small chances, with Cuadrado cutting inside and trying to find the right bottom corner, but his ...

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19Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juventus dreaming of top young striker: ‘Scamacca is the main name’

Sassuolo striker Gianluca Scamacca in the main name in the summer of 2022 for Juventus, as the Bianconeri dream of a top young stiker, Fabrizio Romano revealed. The transfer expert gave a big update on the situation around Dusan Vlahovic, another Juve target, on his YouTube channel. "Juventus could also try for Dusan Vlahovic." "Arsenal are pushing to sign Dusan Vlahovic since October", Romano said. "But Vlahovic and his agents were never convinced about this Arsenal opportunity." Romano stated that 'the problem is with the player'. Fioretina would like to keep the Serbian striker, but are prepared to sell him if Arsneal offer big money, as they want to do. European football Vlahovic wants to wait until the summer to make his next move. Romano: "He wants to respect t...

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18Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juve experience easy night in Coppa Italia

Juventus have easily beaten Sampdoria in the Coppa Italia on Tuesday evening at the Allianz Stadium. The Bianconeri have qualified for the quarter finals and get a confidence boost for Sunday's game against AC Milan. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and the player ratings. Danilo returned after an injury that sidelined him for 12 matches. He paired up with Rugani in the heart of the defence. Sampdoria gave Juve the ball and digged themselves in on their own half. Cuadrado put Sampdoria goalkeeper Falcone to work twice in a row. First, he tried to curl in a corner that Falcone stomped past. Shortly after, the Columbian cut inside and tried to score at the near post, but Falcone denied him again. Morata was fouled on the edge of the box and Cuadrado stood up to take the free-ki...

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15Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Match report and player ratings: Dybala lets feet do the talking

Juventus have beaten Udinese 2-0 at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday evening. Not the most exciting match, but the Bianconeri got the three points and close the gap to top 4. They are now tied on points with Atalanta, who have two games in hand. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. Udinese's gameplan was evident after only a couple of minutes: drop back and counter. It was up to Juventus to break them down. There were a couple of half chances, like when Kean headed the ball against the back of an Udinese defender. Juve got their first real opportunity in the 19th minute and it meant a goal immediately. Arthur passed it to Kean, who had his back towards the goal, but the Italian striker was still able to get it directly to Paulo Dybala. The Argentinian came face t...

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15Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Report: Ihattaren ‘never wanted to leave The Netherlands’

Mohamed Ihattaren regrets leaving his old club PSV Eindhoven, he told the Telegraaf in the second part of his interview. He talks about the frustrations he experienced with coach Roger Schmidt and why he decided to leave the Dutch club on transfer deadline day to join Juventus. "I never wanted to leave The Netherlands", Ihattaren said. He'd agreed the terms of his contract extension at PSV Eindhoven, but waited to sign, because he wasn't being played by coach Roger Schmidt. Ihattaren didn't have the best relationship with Schmidt, as Max Statman already reported when Juventus signed him. Ihattaren points out a couple examples. He was subbed off after 81 minutes against Ajax in the Dutch cup (2-1 loss). "In the bus I heard that Schmidt had after the match said that everyone thought...

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14Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Juve-Udinese: Match preview and probable starting XI

Juventus will face Udinese on Saturday evening at the Allianz Stadium. The chase for top four continues after a disappointing last second loss against Inter for the Supercoppa. Max Statman gives you a match preview and the probable starting eleven. Danilo is still not at 100% and Leonardo Bonucci's injury has 'flared up' again, Allegri revealed. Apart from those two, everyone is fit. Giorgio Chiellini played the whole match vs. Inter and will get a rest. That means Matthijs de Ligt and Daniele Rugani will return as a centre back pairing. Szczesny returns in goal against Udinese. Luca Pellegrini 'could start', according to the coach. Juan Cuadrado returned from his suspension. Max Statman's predicted XI is as followed: (4-4-2) Szczesny; Cuadrado, Rugani, De Ligt, Pellegrini; Ber...

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13Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Report: Ihattaren speaks about why he left Sampdoria

Mohamed Ihattaren has spoken about his time at Sampdoria and why he went back home in an interview with the Telegraaf.  The Dutchman felt left on his own and misunderstood in Genua. He's training in The Netherlands to make a return and has been linked with a loan move to FC Utrecht this week.  Ihattaren also talked about his transfer to Juventus. He joined the Bianconeri at the end of the window for €1.9M. His former agent Mino Raiola had called Ihattaren, who was training, multiple times on the 30th of August. “He said: it will be Juventus, you’ll have to fly soon. I had to go there on my own. I signed in the evening hours, slept in the hotel of the club and went to Sampdoria the next day with a taxi.” Sampdoria’s first impression on Ihattaren wasn’t great. “When I arrived, ...

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12Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Match report and player ratings: Juve lose Supercoppa at last second

Juventus have lost the Supercoppa 2-1 against Inter at San Siro. Weston McKennie gave Juventus the lead, while Lautaro Martinez equalized from the penalty spot. It seemed like the match was heading towards penalties, but Alexis Sanchez scored at the end of extra time. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. After hearing a live version of the Fratelli d'Italia, the Derby d'Italia could get started. Although Juventus weren't afraid to press during the first minutes, Inter had, like expected, the upper hand. Lautaro Martinez got two big chances early on. First, the Argentinian striker was unable to get a touch on De Vrij's header, which went inches wide. His volley from inside the box went wide a couple minutes later. Inter wanted a penalty after Giorgio Chiellin...

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9Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Match report and player ratings: Juve complete spectacular comeback in capital

Juventus have beaten AS Roma 4-3 at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday evening. The Bianconeri were 3-1 down but fought back and took the lead in not even 10 minutes time. Juve stay in 5th place and beat a direct competitor for the Champions League spots. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. With Max Allegri suspended, Marco Landucci was coaching Juventus from the sidelines. He can't be too happy about the Bianconeri's start of the match, because Roma had the upper hand early on. Pellegrini picked out Smalling from a corner, who headed it towards Abraham. The English striker was unable to beat Szczesny. The same couldn't be said a couple minutes later. Abraham headed in Veretout's corner and beat Szczesny at the far post after 11 minutes. Roma claimed a handball ...

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8Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Roma-Juve: Match preview and probable starting XI

Juventus will face Mourinho's AS Roma on Sunday evening at the Stadio Olimpico. Roma are 3 points behind the Bianconeri in Serie A and seem a direct competitor for the Champions League spots. Max Statman gives you a match preview and the probable starting eleven. Giorgio Chiellini has recovered from COVID-19 and will be back in the squad. Kaio Jorge and Pellegrini have rejoined the group on the training field and are also available. Allegri admitted Pellegrini isn't ready to play a full game yet. According to what we heard at Allegri's pre-match press conference, Alex Sandro is going to be out on Sunday and Cuadrado with De Sciglio should both start against Roma. Allegri is suspended for tomorrow's game after making offensive expressions towards the referee after the match vs. Napo...

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6Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Match report and player ratings: Chiesa celebrates comeback with goal

Juventus have drawn 1-1 in the first game of 2022 against Napoli. Mertens gave the visitors the lead in the first half, while Federico Chiesa celebrated his return with a goal. Max Statman gives you a quick breakdown and player ratings. There was some controversy before the match even started. Zielinski, Lobotka and Rrahmani were named in Napoli's starting eleven, even though the ASL Napoli 2 Nord had ordered them to quarantine. Juventus had a pretty good start to the game. The Bianconeri took some initiave, instead of the usual waiting. McKennie headed a corner from Bernardeschi inches wide after only a few minutes. The American midfielder should have given Juve the lead. Federico Chiesa was back from injury and showed himself early on. He made a good run and his shot merely miss...

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5Jan By Jurre van WanrooijNo Comments

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Report: Three Napoli players, who are already in Turin, need to quarantine

Napoli won't be able to play Zielinski, Lobotka and Rrhamani against Juventus tomorrow night, Sportface reported. The ASL Napoli 2 Nord have ordered the trio to go into quarantine after they had close contact with COVID-19 positives. Although the three players are not aloud to play, they already landed in Turin. Zielinski, Lobotka and Rrhamani were on Napoli's squad list and the Polish midfielder was even pictured on the plane. The trio is vaccinated, but got their second dose more than 120 days ago and haven't received their third dose (booster) yet. https://twitter.com/en_sscnapoli/status/1478772710633349121?s=20 Napoli's list of COVID-19 positives grows even larger after Mario Rui and coach Spalletti were added yesterday.

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