Juventus Season 2013-2014

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Fiorentina-Juventus Preview:
Bianconeri hope to take advantage of Napoli slip-up

Antonio Conte's men watched the Partenopei suffer a 2-0 defeat against Roma
on Friday and will be targeting three points against an unsettled Viola.

Oct 19, 2013

Juventus can move into second place in Serie A when they face Fiorentina at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on Sunday.

Roma continued their 100 per cent start to the season with a 2-0 win over Napoli on Friday, meaning a win for Antonio Conte's men will move them three points clear of Rafa Benitez's side.

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Juve have dropped points only once in the league this season, a 1-1 draw with Inter in September, and are currently on a four-game winning streak domestically.

Conte's men will fancy their chances of returning to Turin with three points, thanks to Fiorentina's mixed recent form and Juve's impressive record in Florence.

Vincenzo Montella's side have not won in their last three Serie A games and failed to beat Juventus in their last 10 competitive attempts.

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Fiorentina have failed to score against Juventus in their previous three clashes although, in the same fixture last season, Juve were limited to just two shots on target - the fewest in a single game during Conte's reign.

They last took three points against the Turin side in March 2008 but Fiorentina forward Giuseppe Rossi, who has six goals in all competitions this season, is intent on ending that run on Sunday.

Rossi returned to the Italy squad for the final World Cup qualifiers, making his first international outing since October 2011, but is focused solely on his club football, and not a spot at Brazil 2014.

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"We are coming off two horrible home draws against Cagliari and Parma," he told the giornalaccio rosa dello Sport.

"Now I'm thinking of a goal against Juventus because I live in the present and not the future. Don't ask me about the Maracana, the World Cup or the Champions League.

"All I want to do right now is try to beat Juventus. If you are able to limit the influence of Andrea Pirlo then you have a nice advantage."

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Rossi and defender Gonzalo Rodriguez have each scored two goals in Fiorentina's last five outings and Montella will need continued contributions from across the pitch due to the ongoing absence of Mario Gomez.

The Germany international scored twice in three Serie A appearances before suffering knee ligament damage against Cagliari in September, which is expected to keep him sidelined for another three weeks.

Gomez has challenged his team-mates to step up for the occasion and prove they can compete with the best Serie A has to offer.

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"Sunday's match against Juventus is very important for our team and our supporters," he said. "The whole city is talking about this match.

"We have to play as we're able to play and prove our personality."

While Gomez is ruled out for the hosts, Juventus will be without Fabio Quagliarella due to an adductor injury.

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Head to Head

Serie A ‎-‎ Feb 9, 2013 - Juventus 2 - 0 Fiorentina
Serie A ‎- Sep 25, 2012 - Fiorentina 0 - 0 Juventus
Serie A ‎-‎ Mar 17, 2012 - Fiorentina 0 - 5 Juventus
Serie A ‎- Oct 25, 2011 - Juventus 2 - 1 Fiorentina
Serie A ‎-‎ Apr 17, 2011 - Fiorentina 0 - 0 Juventus


Last Five Matches

FIORENTINA

Oct 6, 2013 - Lazio 0 - 0 Fiorentina - Serie A
Oct 3, 2013 - Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk 1 - 2 Fiorentina - EL
Sep 30, 2013 - Fiorentina 2 - 2 Parma - Serie A
Sep 26, 2013 - FC Internazionale 2 - 1 Fiorentina - Serie A
Sep 22, 2013 - Atalanta 0 - 2 Fiorentina - Serie A


JUVENTUS

Oct 6, 2013 - Juventus 3 - 2 AC Milan - Serie A
Oct 2, 2013 - Juventus 2 - 2 Galatasaray - UCL
Sep 29, 2013 - Torino 0 - 1 Juventus - Serie A
Sep 25, 2013 - Chievo 1 - 2 Juventus - Serie A
Sep 22, 2013 - Juventus 2 - 1 Hellas Verona - Serie A

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Conte: 'Juve focus on Fiorentina'

Oct 19, 2013

Antonio Conte will “punish” Arturo Vidal, is pleased Roma are so competitive and has Juventus focused only on Fiorentina.

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Vidal could well be left behind, as he only arrived in Turin late last night after missing his flight home from Chile.

“I haven’t spoken to Vidal yet, but I need to understand why he was so late. He wasn’t at training yesterday either,” said Conte in his Press conference.

“Will he be punished? The rules are the same for everyone.”

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When asked about the upcoming Champions League game with Real Madrid, the Coach gave Spanish journalists short shrift.

“Real Madrid do not interest me. I don’t wish to be rude, but right now the only thing in our heads is Fiorentina.

“The Viola are a great team with a wonderful project in place. This side was built to improve upon last season’s fourth place finish, so they are not a surprise. Anyone who faces them is on the alert.

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“If we want to do something extraordinary this year, then we’ll have to struggle to get it. If we are aware of that fact, then we can do it.”

Roma are running away at the top of the table with eight wins out of eight, beating Napoli 2-0 last night.

“I was prophetic over the summer when I said Roma would be contenders. It’s good that there is competition, as it probably helps some people realise that nothing can be taken for granted.

“Roma-Napoli was a match between two candidates for the Scudetto. They will be in the race right to the end.”

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Fabio Quagliarella is out for three weeks with a thigh strain, so will this give Fernando Llorente more playing time?

“Llorente is improving. I hope to bring Fernando and the rest of the team to a great level, then he could earn a recall for Spain too.

“We have an attacking strategy, seeing as we often go forward with five or six men. This gives us many options up front. It might also leave us exposed at the back sometimes, but we are working to tighten that up.”

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Montella: 'Mental strength is key'

Oct 19, 2013

Vincenzo Montella knows the rivalry between Fiorentina and Juventus, so tomorrow’s game is “about mental strength.”

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“I realise this is an important match for the city, but tomorrow it is above all important for the table,” said Montella in his Press conference.

“Juve are a fantastic squad, so aside from the result we need the mental strength to face them on a par. This would mean we have grown.

“Carlos Tevez is a strong player and has something more than the others. I had no doubts he’d do so well straight away. Do they have an injury crisis in attack? It’s not as if Tevez, Sebastian Giovinco and Fernando Llorente are a bad bunch...”

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The Coach was asked whether he has any special marking plans to stop Andrea Pirlo in midfield.

“It’s true that Juventus are predictable and move through the same channels, but unfortunately they do it very well and quickly, so it’s not easy to limit them. They have many options at their disposal. You can see the work of their Coach.

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“In order to beat Juve you have to win all the individual battles and take them on with chests puffed out. I have to concentrate on the game and not be swayed by the emotions in the city, even though I know what it means to the fans. They keep stopping me in the street and saying: ‘Do well tomorrow!’

“The League tells us the winners concede fewest goals. Fiorentina were constructed to play beautiful football, not to clam up at the back. Therefore when we try to be defensive, we suffer. Perhaps this Fiorentina wasn’t built to win, but it was built to entertain and have fun with football.”

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Vidal makes Florence trip

Oct 19, 2013

Arturo Vidal is in the Juventus squad against Fiorentina, but Mirko Vucinic and Fabio Quagliarella miss out.

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There were rumours the Chilean midfielder could be dropped as punishment after he missed his flight and returned from international duty only last night.

Vidal is making the trip to Florence, though it remains to be seen whether he will start.

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Stephan Lichtsteiner, Vucinic and Quagliarella are out of action after picking up injuries, though Martin Caceres returns.

Juventus squad for Fiorentina: Buffon, Chiellini, Caceres, Ogbonna, Pogba, Marchisio, Tevez, De Ceglie, Giovinco, Peluso, Llorente, Barzagli, Motta, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Asamoah, Vidal, Buoy, Storari, Isla, Rubinho

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Ilicic out of Fiorentina-Juventus

Oct 19, 2013

Josip Ilicic and Ante Rebic will not take part in Fiorentina’s grudge match with Juventus tomorrow.

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President Andrea Della Valle was at the training ground this afternoon to fire up the players.

Ilicic and Rebic have not recovered from their injury problems, but Juan Cuadrado, David Pizarro and Giuseppe Rossi shook off knocks.

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Fiorentina squad for Juventus: Alonso, Ambrosini, Aquilani, Borja Valero, Bakic, Compper, Cuadrado, Fernandez, Iakovenko, Joaquin, Lupatelli, Munua, Neto, Pasqual, Pizarro, Rodriguez, Roncaglia, Rossi, Matos Ryder, Savic, Tomovic, Vargas, Vecino, Wolski

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FIORENTINA - JUVENTUS

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium — Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli

Line-ups: Fiorentina-Juventus

Oct 20, 2013

The enticing grudge match Fiorentina-Juventus has Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente taking on Giuseppe Rossi and Juan Cuadrado.

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The bitter rivalry between these clubs goes back a long way and has occasionally even spilled out on to the transfer market.

The Viola will be particularly fired up to get a victory, though injuries rule out Mario Gomez, Ante Rebic and Josip Ilicic.

Rossi leads the way with support from Cuadrado and Borja Valero, while David Pizarro has shaken off a knock to start with ex-Juventus midfielder Alberto Aquilani.

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Juventus have different problems to contend with, as they are without Mirko Vucinic, Fabio Quagliarella, Stephan Lichtsteiner and Simone Pepe.

Arturo Vidal is left on the bench as punishment after he missed his flight back from Chile on international duty, returning to Turin only late Friday night.

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Antonio Conte also has to consider the upcoming Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Wednesday evening.

Juve are unbeaten in Florence for the last 15 years, managing seven draws and four victories since Gabriel Batistuta sealed a 1-0 in December 1998.


FIORENTINA: Neto; Roncaglia, Gonzalo, Savic; Pasqual, Ambrosini, Pizarro, Aquilani; Borja Valero, Cuadrado; Rossi

Fiorentina bench: Munua, Compper, Tomovic, Vecino, Bakic, Joaquin, Fernandez, Alonso, Wolski, Vargas, Matos, Iakovenko


JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Padoin, Pogba, Pirlo, Marchisio, Asamoah; Llorente, Tevez

Juventus bench: Storari, Rubinho, Motta, Caceres, Ogbonna, Peluso, Isla, De Ceglie, Bouy, Vidal, Giovinco

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Rossi nets hat-trick to guide hosts to victory

The former Villarreal striker put in a man of the match
performance to help the Viola to an impressive comeback win.

Oct 20, 2013

Fiorentina ended their 15-year wait for a Serie A home win against Juventus on Sunday as a Giuseppe Rossi hat-trick saw them triumph 4-2.

Antonio Contes side took a 2-0 lead into the break thanks to Carlos Tevez and Paul Pogba but an incredible 15-minute spell saw Fiorentina turn the match on its head as Rossi took centre-stage to inspire the hosts' comeback.

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The Italian pulled one back from the penalty spot before equalising with a powerful finish. Joaquin gave Fiorentina the lead in the final 15 minutes and Rossi completed his hat-trick late on after Juan Cuadrado's clever pass.

Vincenzo Montella's side came into the fixture having only picked up two points from their last three league matches, but he felt only one change was necessary as Facundo Roncaglia replaced Nenad Tomovic, while Fernando Llorente and Pogba replaced Fabio Quagliarella and Arturo Vidal for Juventus, the latter dropped after returning late from international duty.

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Tevez and Llorente went close in a quiet opening half hour, the former heading wide while the Spaniard was denied by a Gonzalo Rodriguez intervention.

The Argentine defender would be at fault just a few minutes later, however. Tevez controlled and turned just inside the area, but was needlessly tripped by Rodriguez, allowing the former Manchester City man the chance from 12 yards, which he confidently buried.

The visitors added a quick-fire second in the 40th minute. Cuadrado burst back into the area to clear the ball, but his attempt while sliding flew up into the air rather than away and gifted Pogba an easy finish from close range.

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Juventus went close to opening up a three-goal lead soon after the break as Claudio Marchisio poked the ball past Roncaglia and charged into the area, but Neto blocked the midfielders chipped effort.

The Brazilian goalkeeper was becoming increasingly busy and was forced into two more saves before the hour mark to deny Giorgio Chiellini and Andrea Pirlo.

The second half had been dominated by the visitors, but after Kwadwo Asamoah bundled Matias Fernandez to the ground inside the area, Rossi stroked home the resulting penalty with 24 minutes left.

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Italy striker Rossi pulled Fiorentina level in the 76th minute as he held off his marker and then fired across Gianluigi Buffon, into the bottom far corner, as Juve began to rue their wasted chances.

Two minutes later, Montella's side completed the turnaround and took the lead. Second-half substitute Joaquin found space in the right side of the area and calmly guided the ball past Buffon to seal a memorable comeback.

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What looked like being another defeat to the Turin giants turned into an emphatic victory as Rossi completed his hat-trick with nine minutes to go as he latched on to Cuadrados pass and fired low past the helpless Buffon, wrapping up the three points.

Defeat leaves Juventus five points off Roma at the top of Serie A as they languish in third.

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Incredible Viola comeback sinks Juve

Fiorentina completed an incredible comeback from 2-0 down
to win 4-2 in 15 minutes with Giuseppe Rossi’s hat-trick.

Oct 20, 2013

This has always been a fiery grudge match that has occasionally spilled out on to the transfer market. Mario Gomez, Ante Rebic and Josip Ilicic missed out for the hosts, while Mirko Vucinic, Fabio Quagliarella and Stephan Lichtsteiner didn’t make the trip. Arturo Vidal was benched as punishment for turning up late from international duty.

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Juve were unbeaten in Florence for the last 15 years, managing seven draws and four victories since Gabriel Batistuta sealed a 1-0 in December 1998. There was a spectacular choreography in the stands before kick-off as the Stadio Franchi turned purple.

It was a predictably tense opening, as Carlos Tevez was booked before aiming a weak effort straight at Neto, then Gigi Buffon flapped a dangerous cross off the head of Stefan Savic.

Fiorentina were forced into a change due to Massimo Ambrosini’s injury, making way for Mati Fernandez.

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Buffon smothered an audacious Facundo Roncaglia snapshot and Neto got down quickly to turn a Claudio Marchisio daisy-cutter round the base of the near post.

The referee pointed to the spot for a penalty, as Tevez went down under a pointless Gonzalo Rodriguez challenge. The striker got back up to powerfully convert the penalty and give Juventus the lead. He also celebrated with the ‘machine gun’ move Batistuta used to do here.

The Bianconeri doubled their advantage moments later, as Cuadrado’s wayward attempt to intercept Paul Pogba’s through ball to Tevez just ended up giving the Frenchman a tap-in to an empty net. Pogba also adopted the Batistuta celebration.

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Neto tipped an Andrea Pirlo free kick out from under the bar and also denied Marchisio after the restart.

Fiorentina were given a road back into the game when Kwadwo Asamoah nudged Mati Fernandez and the Viola man went down fairly easily. Giuseppe Rossi converted the penalty despite Buffon guessing the right corner.

That goal got their tails up and Fiorentina completed their comeback with another Rossi strike, this time he turned and smashed a chest-high angled drive across Buffon from the edge of the box.

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The Viola were fired up and turned the game around completely with a third goal in 12 minutes! It was a rapid counter-attack and Borja Valero showed great vision to find Joaquin unmarked in the box.

Juventus did not learn the lesson, as they conceded a fourth from another counter-attack. This time Cuadrado used his pace to stun the defence and rolled across for Rossi to side-foot from the edge of the box, completing his hat-trick.

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FIORENTINA: Neto; Roncaglia, Gonzalo, Savic; Pasqual, Ambrosini (Fernandez 23), Pizarro, Aquilani (Joaquin 56); Borja Valero, Cuadrado; Rossi (Matos 85)

JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Padoin (Motta 83), Pogba, Pirlo, Marchisio (Vidal 77), Asamoah (Giovinco 79); Llorente, Tevez

Ref: Rizzoli

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Rossi hat-trick completes incredible Viola comeback

Oct 20, 2013

Fiorentina scored four unanswered goals as they defeated Juventus 4-2 at the Stadio Artemio Franchi in Serie A action on Sunday afternoon.

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Carlos Tevez converted via a penalty, while Paul Pogba also got on the score sheet. Giuseppe Rossi earned a hat-trick, while Joaquin added another to help the hosts come back from 2-0 down at halftime to claim all three points.

The Viola came close with their first real opportunity of the game, with Facundo Roncaglia just missing the net with a long range shot via a David Pizarro assist.

Despite the injury worries for Rossi, it was Massimo Ambrosini who had to exit early, with Matias Fernandez replacing the experienced midfielder.

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Finally a breakthrough arrived in the 37th minute. Gonzalo Rodriguez was adjudged to have brought down Tevez in the box, resulting in a penalty for the Bianconeri. The Argentine converted calmly from the spot, powering it past Neto in the centre of the net.

Just four minutes later, Juve doubled their lead. On a long ball, Juan Cuadrado decided to intercept the play by making a sliding tackle. At the same time, Neto decided to come off his line. The Colombian sliced it, leaving Pogba with an empty goal to shoot at and allowing the Bianconeri to double their lead.

Off the restart, Juventus had a solid chance to make it 3-0 through Claudio Marchisio. He was in on goal, but Neto came out to close down the angle of the shot.

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The Viola goalkeeper continued to get bombarded at the start of the second half. Andrea Pirlo’s free kick tested the Brazilian, but he was able to parry the ball over the bar.

The hosts eventually caught a break when Kwadwo Asamoah hauled down Fernandez in the 66th minute, giving Fiorentina a penalty and a chance to get back into the game. Rossi finished, cutting the lead in half.

Rossi earned his second just moments later with a shot outside the box. Buffon couldn’t locate it, and it slipped past him to make it 2-2 and send the home fans into a frenzy.

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Suddenly, it was 3-2 only minutes later after Joaquin was picked out by Borja Valero all alone on the right side of the box. The substitute slotted it past the goalkeeper and onlooking defenders to give Fiorentina an unimaginable lead.

Then, the result was confirmed in the 81st minute when Rossi completed his hat-trick, scoring his eighth goal in as many matches off a counter attack. Cuadrado picked out the Italian, who then finished with composure past Buffon to make it for 4-2 for the Gigliati.

Fiorentina managed to hold on to win their first match against the Old Lady at home in 15 years and send Juve crashing to their first defeat of the season.

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Initial reaction and random observations

Oct 20, 2013

It started with a thoroughly deserved two-goal lead in the first half of an important game on the road. The ball started rolling with the inability to stretch a 2-0 halftime lead into anything more than that. It continued when Giuseppe Rossi converted from the penalty spot to cut Juventus' lead in half.

And then, in what seemed like in a blink of an eye, it turned into an absolute shit show.

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A game that was looking so good turned into something horror movies are based off of in a 15-minute span. No, really. Fiorentina scored all four of their goals between the 65th and 80th minutes. Juventus not only got hit on the counter by Fiorentina, they got hit in the face like in a heavyweight fight and had nothing to answer it.

They were shocked, and it was their own doing.

We can credit the effort Fiorentina all we want, but this isn't about that. This is about what's wrong with Juventus, what looked to be fixed for 60-plus minutes and then suddenly decided to suck us into some kind of sick joke. They didn't put Fiorentina away. They let them hang around and Fiorentina took full advantage of it. For whatever reason, they went from essentially killing off Fiorentina in the first half to getting killed themselves in the span of 15 or 20 minutes.

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If Juventus score a third on one of their very good chances early in the second half, the game could very well have beenover and done with. they're heading back to Turin riding high with three points in their pockets and we're singing their praises rather than throwing things through the window. Oh what could have been.

I just don't get it. The Juventus defense looked so good for 60-plus minutes. It was like they were on cruise control. The stupid mistakes that had haunted Juve for so many games before the international break were gone. Everything was looking great. Viola fans were essentially conceding the game.

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Then all that happened.

Juventus were up 2-0 in the 65th minute. I don't know what else to say.

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Random thoughts and observations

•Remember when Juventus were up 2-0 and the defense was playing great?

•When your team goes down two goals, the answer to all your problems is to throw Marco Motta onto the field. That should do it, right? Amazing, absolutely amazing.

•Leonardo Bonucci screwed up on the game-tying goal, sure, but so did Gigi Buffon. Not exactly a straight shot right at him, but how many times do we see him save that, 99 out of 100? Turns out the one time he didn't, it opened the floodgates.

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•Remember when I said Juventus had to contain Rossi to be successful? Yeah, about that...

•I've already seen a lot of "This is the wakeup call Juventus needs" posts on this here internet. Do I think it can help? Sure, I'm an optimistic guy. But we also thought the international break would help Antonio Conte figure out some things and look how that turned out. The best thing to happen is that there's a game in three days on one of the biggest stages there is. Flush it and get ready for Real Madrid. And stop making stupid defensive mistakes. That'd be nice.

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•Fernando Llorente had a pretty solid game until everything went to hell. There's something positive.

•Before we write off the entire season, let's remember one thing: It's Oct. 20 and Juve still have 30 games left in Serie A. There's a pretty favorable schedule coming post-Real Madrid. Not sayin', but I guess I'm just sayin'.

•Juventus were up 2-0 in the 65th minute. I still don't get it.

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

A psychological breakdown results in a Fiorentina comeback

Oct 20, 2013

An unbelievable match. An unpredictable result. For the first time in 15 years, Fiorentina won a home match against Juventus. For the first time in his coaching career, Vincenzo Montella defeated an Antonio Conte led side. For the first time ever, Conte's Juve conceded four goals in a game to lose 4-2 away against the Viola.

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Juventus are wounded. Never have a side famed for their mental fortitude and ability to close out games collapse so tragically during a match. After going 2-0 up in the first half, the Bianconeri did well to penetrate effectively and get past Fiorentina's pressing game to score twice. However, so capable of individual errors this season, Juventus fell apart after Gianluigi Buffon's mistake and lost their ability to stand firm and defend.

It's now ten goals conceded in eight games for a team that only let in 20 goals in their first season under Conte.

Looking back at the first half, Fiorentina may have out passed Juve as they continued to rotate the ball, but they lacked a plan B in attack. Aware that they only had Giuseppe Rossi up top, their play had to be patient and focused around through-balls and intricate play.

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Pressing high up the pitch, the plan was to disturb Juve's rhythm as well as win the ball back in advanced positions in order to facilitate their journey to goal. However, Juve's defence stood firm whilst the Viola's movement seemed utterly blunt. With the midfield congested and both defences looking solid, the only way either side was going to score was if there was an individual error, or from a dead ball situation.

That error came as a silly challenge on Carlos Tevez resulted in a penalty for the Old Lady that was converted by the Argentine. Juventus were 1-0 up and happy. The second goal came only three minutes later, when Paul Pogba exploited a defensive mistake to score and lift the away crowd. Montella's men were well on their way to yet another loss at home to Juve.

The second half started in much the same way. The Old Lady was in control whilst the Viola struggled to really create any threatening chances. There were opportunities for the Bianconeri to add to their tally, whether it was from an Andrea Pirlo freekick or Claudio Marchisio's timely runs forward. Norberto Neto was working hard to keep his team in the game as he pulled off some good saves.

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Meanwhile, Fiorentina needed a change and it came when Montella opted to take off Alberto Aquilani and bring on Joaquin to allow for more attacking play. A challenge from Kwadwo Asamoah resulted in a penalty for the home side and Rossi scored to make it 1-2 for Fiorentina.

Juventus held on. They continued to seek their own chances and a determined Giorgio Chiellini went close to scoring from a header. The Viola were struggling to be consistent with their forward thrusts until Rossi took a shot that beat Buffon for the equaliser.

Once again, it's that easy for this Juventus side to concede. Another individual error, by the captain on this occasion, gifted Fiorentina the leveller and the Stadio Artemio Franchi was rocking.

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The Old Lady immediately fell apart and lost all ability to defend with discipline and intelligence. Asamoah in particular had a torrid time, while the entire defence were being shifted around. With Joaquin completely unmarked, the home side netted another to stun the Bianconeri. Three goals in 12 minutes.

Conte's men simply could not handle the pace of their opponents and defensive organisation went out the door. You can blame individuals and some may even blame the coach but this was down to a pure psychological breakdown. The team that thought this would be an easy win after Fiorentina's early bluntness lost their focus, adopted a nonchalant attitude and then surrendered to panic and madness to gift the Tuscans the win they have dreamed of for 15 years.

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Up until the madness, Juve had defended well. What they cannot fight off effectively this season is that tendency to surrender to complacency. Conte has said it dozens of times: it's difficult to win three titles in a row and especially difficult considering the level of competition this season.

This defeat had to come. This defeat may well be a blessing in disguise. Such psychological breakdowns can never be tolerated for a club that practically walked to the league title last season. The mental fortitude must return, the hunger has to be keenly felt and there needs to be more of a fight to maintain accuracy and solidity.

Roma demonstrated the impact a healthy mind can have on a result and it's up to the Bianconeri now to show they want to win and will do everything to do so. Glory is there for the taking.

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Player Ratings

Goal rates every player as a Giuseppe Rossi hat-trick inspires the Viola
to a first home league win against the Bianconeri in 15 years.

Oct 20, 2013

FIORENTINA

Neto - A lapse in communication with Cuadrado gifted Juventus a second goal but aside from that, he commanded his area effectively, making several smart saves.

Gonzalo Rodríguez - The Argentine tripped international compatriot Tevez in the box, allowing Juventus to take a lead which they perhaps did not deserve.

Facundo Roncaglia - The rugged centre-half contained the threat of Llorente excellently and his quick pressing helped Fiorentina to win the ball back quickly.

Stefan Savic - The Montenegrin was a threat from set pieces and despite the odd mistake, he dealt well with Tevez's movement.

Manuel Pasqual - Although he added little to the attack, his good positioning and willingness to get back ensured Juventus had little joy down the right.

David Pizarro - The Chilean's experience helped Fiorentina to win the ball back in the second half and he kept things simple in the midfield with his accurate passing.

Alberto Aquilani - He struggled to make an impact against his former club and it was only after he was replaced that the Viola started to look more threatening.

Borja Valero Iglesias - Provided Fiorentina's best chances of scoring with a brilliant creative display and assisted Joaquin's goal. Hardly ever surrendered possession.

Massimo Ambrosini - The veteran midfielder gave solid protection to the Viola defence and his absence was sorely felt when he was substituted early on, as Juventus began to take control.

Juan Guillermo Cuadrado - His bizarre clearance gifted the ball to Pogba who made it 2-0 in the first half. He redeemed himself in the second, however, with his direct dribbling and quick footwork, epitomised in his assist for Rossi's third.

Giuseppe Rossi - After being quiet for 65 minutes, the diminuitive forward sprung to life and inspired the Viola's comeback with a superb hat-trick to take him up to eight goals in eight Serie A matches.

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Substitutions

M. Fernández - Began the Viola's comeback when be was tripped for the penalty and he also supplied the pass for Rossi's second.

Joaquín - Added inspiration to the Fiorentina attack and scored the crucial third goal to complete the turnaround.

Ryder Matos - Came on as a late substitute and made an impression with his eagerness to run at the defence.

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JUVENTUS

Gianluigi Buffon - The Juventus keeper was hardly tested in the first hour and he will not want to see the replays as he allowed Rossi's shot to squirm into the far corner to make it 2-2.

Andrea Barzagli - Struggled to cope with Rossi's movement and was found flat-footed on more than one occasion.

Leonardo Bonucci - Dealt well with Rossi during the first half, producing several crucial challenges and blocks, but looked uncertain after Joaquin's introduction.

Giorgio Chiellini - Whilst he was solid in the air, the hardman turned in an uncharacteristic display as his willingness to get forward allowed Juventus to be exposed on the counterattack.

Simone Padoin - Offered little going forward and found it difficult to mark Cuadrado when the Colombian drifted out to the left.

Paul Pogba - Capped his return to the side with a goal and his all-round display was crucial to helping Juventus dominate the midfield battle for the majority of the game.

Andrea Pirlo - Despite the poor quality of his set-pieces, Pirlo helped to spring Juventus attacks from deep with his clinical range of passing.

Claudio Marchisio - Was determined to get forward at every opportunity and was denied by Neto on several occasions.

Kwadwo Asamoah - The Ghanaian got into some brilliant attacking positions and put in a solid shift down the left. However, it was somewhat marred by his mis-timed tackle on Fernandez which gave the Viola a penalty.

Carlos Tévez - The Argentine's clever movement won a penalty which he converted to open the scoring. However, he was provided with little service during the second half.

Fernando Llorente - His strong hold-up play helped to bring his team-mates into the game and although he had few chances in front of goal, he was determined to get back to help out defensively.

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Substitutions

Marco Motta - Came on as a late substitute, only to be booked for a nasty challenge on Pasqual.

Arturo Vidal - Was put on the bench as a punishment for missing his flight back from international duty but could not help Juventus to prevent Fiorentina's outstanding comeback.

Sebastian Giovinco - He was introduced in the hope of being a super-sub but he struggled to make an impact.

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Conte: 'Nightmare 10 minutes'

Antonio Conte felt Juventus had “dominated” the game
with Fiorentina apart from “10 nightmare minutes.”.

Oct 20, 2013

The Bianconeri were leading 2-0 until the 66th minute, but eventually lost 4-2 after a Giuseppe Rossi hat-trick and Joaquin counter-attack.

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“I think the game was practically closed. We were in control in every way, even in the second half and had some more great chances to add to our tally,” the Coach told Sky Sport Italia.

“Then something strange and unthinkable happened. We lost a match that we had been dominating.

“How do we explain it? An explanation would be easy! In 10 minutes we destroyed all the hard work, both during and before the game. We managed to allow Fiorentina back into it and concede odd goals.

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“This is football. We have to take these 10 nightmare minutes and learn from them. I continue to say this year will be very, very difficult.

“In these 10 minutes we did everything to help Fiorentina get back into the match, more than they had been at any stage. There are huge regrets.

“We struggled more last season and got a draw, whereas this time until the 70th minute it was all Juventus. This is football, nothing can be taken for granted.”

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Conte brushed off suggestions Juve were lacking concentration ahead of the Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Wednesday.

“This was an important game in a fiery atmosphere, so we could not be distracted by Real Madrid. We were in the match from the start and only went wrong in those 10 minutes.

“It has happened a few times this season that we’ve conceded chaotic goals. We have to work on it. That is all.”

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Montella: 'Most enjoyable win'

Vincenzo Montella admits Fiorentina-Juventus was a special victory
and he “considered replacing” hat-trick hero Giuseppe Rossi.

Oct 20, 2013

“It is certainly among my most enjoyable victories. In the first half it was balanced and Juve made the most of our errors, especially on the second goal,” he told Sky Sport Italia after a 4-2 win.

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“Juventus didn’t allow us spaces through the middle after the break and stopped us raising the tempo. We looked unable to score, but football is marvellous and the penalty changed the inertia of the game.

“We achieved this despite going 2-0 down, despite losing Massimo Ambrosini, despite Rossi having a back problem.

“It’s tough to score four goals against Juventus, especially with Antonio Conte in charge, and extraordinarily wonderful to do it in 15 minutes.

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“I thank the fans, who behaved impeccably and perhaps at times believed in this result more than we did. I am glad to note there was no crowd trouble either, despite the concerns and rivalry.”

Rossi was the hero with a hat-trick, but Montella confesses it wasn’t a good start for Pepito.

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“Rossi didn’t have a great game in the first half, but in football quality makes the difference. I considered replacing him, but he’s a player who can change a game even when he’s not well.

“He works for the team and is not egotistical. He scored extraordinary goals and gave us the strength to win this match.”

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This is Fiorentina’s first home win over Juventus for 15 years, since Gabriel Batistuta sealed a 1-0 result in 1998.

“Pressure is part of football. If we had lost today, some would’ve said our season was over, whereas with a win suddenly we’re considered title contenders. We need to keep a balanced and objective view, then wait and see in the long run what the table tells us.”

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Rossi: 'Incredible comeback!'

Giuseppe Rossi praised his Fiorentina teammates for
an “incredible performance” to beat Juventus 4-2.

Oct 20, 2013

The Viola were trailing 2-0 up until the 66th minute, then Rossi got a hat-trick around a Joaquin strike to turn it all around for their first home win over Juve in 15 years.

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“They are three very important goals, but the team had an incredible performance in the second half,” he told Sky Sport Italia.

“We reacted so well, we all wanted to fight back and it is down to everyone that we achieved it.”

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What could Coach Vincenzo Montella have said at half-time to prompt this fightback?

“Montella told us to give more, as we got a bit scared after the first goal. We listened to him and did what the Coach wanted. We’re so happy.

“Of course this team is built to win. There is great talent on the pitch and in the stands, so we know after this performance that we can challenge anyone.”

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Conte bemused by Juventus capitulation

The Bianconeri coach bemoaned "10 nightmare minutes" that saw his side surrender
a comfortable advantage in Florence and condemn them to their first league defeat of the season.

Oct 21, 2013

Juventus coach Antonio Conte was left stunned by his team's self-destruction as they let a two-goal lead slip to lose 4-2 at Fiorentina.

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The Serie A champions went into Sunday's match unbeaten against the Viola at Stadio Artemio Franchi since 1998, and that run looked like it would continue as they went into half-time two goals up through Carlos Tevez and Paul Pogba.

But it was a completely different story after the break, with Giuseppe Rossi grabbing a hat-trick and Juve coach Conte was at a loss to explain the defeat.

"I think the game was practically closed. We were in control in every way, even in the second half and had some more great chances to add to our tally," he told Sky Sport Italia.

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"Then something strange and unthinkable happened. We lost a match that we had been dominating. How do we explain it?

"In 10 minutes we destroyed all the hard work, both during and before the game. We managed to allow Fiorentina back into it and concede odd goals.

"This is football. We have to take these 10 nightmare minutes and learn from them. I continue to say this year will be very, very difficult.

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"In these 10 minutes we did everything to help Fiorentina get back into the match, more than they had been at any stage. There are huge regrets.

"We struggled more last season and got a draw, whereas this time until the 70th minute it was all Juventus. This is football, nothing can be taken for granted."

With a Champions League tie against Real Madrid coming up on Wednesday, it had been suggested that Conte's men had let their concentration wander, but the 44-year-old did not feel that this was the case.

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"This was an important game in a fiery atmosphere, so we could not be distracted by Real Madrid," Conte said.

"We were in the match from the start and only went wrong in those 10 minutes.

"It has happened a few times this season that we’ve conceded chaotic goals. We have to work on it. That is all."

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FIORENTINA 4 - 2 JUVENTUS

Carlos Tévez (PG - 37')
Paul Pogba (40′)

Giuseppe Rossi (PG - 66′)
Giuseppe Rossi (76')
Joaquín (78')
Giuseppe Rossi (81')

October 20, 2013 3:00 PM
Artemio Franchi Stadium Florence
Referee: Nicola Rizzoli
Attendance:‬ 26000‎

Barzagli speechless over Fiorentina fightback

The Italy international was shocked by his side's sudden collapse
in the second half and feels Juventus have been lacking a bit of focus.

Oct 21, 2013

Andrea Barzagli has voiced his frustration with Juventus' 4-2 Serie A defeat at the hands of Fiorentina on Sunday and was unable to explain what went wrong for the reigning champions as they threw away a two-goal lead after the break.

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The Bianconeri appeared to be on their way to the full three points after goals from Carlos Tevez and Paul Pogba, but eventually left the Stadio Artemio Franchi empty-handed after a hat-trick from Giuseppe Rossi and a Joaquin strike.

"I honestly don’t know how to explain what just happened," the defender told Sky Sport Italia.

"We dominated the game, coming close to scoring a third goal, but before we knew it we found ourselves 3-2 down. There weren’t even signs of a potential Fiorentina comeback.

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"Unfortunately we’re paying the price this year. It’s not as if we’re allowing our opponents more shots on goal compared to last season, but we’re always punished.

"We’re 99 per cent focused, but clearly this isn’t enough."

Juventus will be looking to return to winning ways in Wednesday's Champions League match away against Real Madrid.

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REAL MADRID - JUVENTUS

October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Juve have great players, says Pepe

Oct 21, 2013

Real Madrid defender Pepe is showing Juventus respect ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League meeting.

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Real will host the Bianconeri this week as they look for their third win from three European Cup games this season.

“Juventus are one of Europe’s and Italy’s big teams,” he told the Bwin website. “The match could go either way because we are two great teams.

“They have two Champions League titles and great footballers.

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“We have to respect all of their players. They have key ones like Gigi Buffon and Andrea Pirlo, but I think the most important thing about them is the team as a whole.”

When asked which player he would take out of the Juve side if such an opportunity existed, the Portuguese international refused to answer.

“They are all very good players, but I don’t think that taking any of them out of the team is good because people like to see that all of the players are at a high level.

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“Juve have a lot of them and that is good for the show,” continued the former Porto man. “So that is why I wouldn’t choose anyone.”

Juventus have drawn both of their Champions League games this season – against FC Copenhagen and Galatasaray.

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October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Morata: I won't start against Juventus

The 20-year-old was in the first XI against Malaga on Saturday,
but he does not feel he has done enough to show he merits a place on Wednesday.

Oct 21, 2013

EXCLUSIVE
By Alberto Pinero

Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata does not believe he will start against Juventus in the Champions League despite playing against Malaga.

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The 20-year-old led the line in Saturday's 2-0 victory over the Andalusian outfit, with world-record signing Gareth Bale on the bench and France attacker Karim Benzema left out of the squad completely.

However, Morata believes he is likely to be watching from the sidelines against the Serie A champions.

"I don't see myself starting against Juventus. I see myself as just one of the team like everyone else," he told Goal.

"I'm ready to play when Ancelotti needs me. I hope that we can do well in the Champions League game."

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Having made his first-team debut for los Blancos back in 2011, Morata enjoyed what was a rare start in the Madrid line-up at the weekend following impressive appearances off the bench this season.

And despite not scoring the youngster was pleased with his display and hopes that the performance will keep him in Carlo Ancelotti's thoughts with the Clasico to come this Saturday.

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"Whenever a striker goes home without scoring a goal, it doesn't mean that he did no work at all," Morata continued.

"It was a great game against Malaga. We even deserved to have scored one more goal.

"They are two great games. We are ready and eager to thrive."

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October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Llorente: Real will let Juve play

Oct 21, 2013

Juventus will need to take advantage of the space Real Madrid will give them in this week’s Champions League tie, says Fernando Llorente.

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The striker will return to his homeland as the Old Lady will look to pick up their first three points of their European Cup campaign this season.

“We must believe in our chances, also because Real are an opponent that allows you to play – even if they are dangerous when they have possession,” said the Bosman signing from Athletic Bilbao.

“Personally I am happy to be playing against a Spanish team, especially one as big as Real Madrid,” he continued.

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“But we have shown what we can do and we have started well, perhaps not as well as we had hoped in the Champions League and for this reason we now have to do well in these two games that lie ahead.

“We have a good opportunity of obtaining points against Real, even if it won’t be easy.”

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The 28-year-old added: “It is always exciting to play in a stadium like the Bernabeu, where I have only won once, but that I have scored a couple of times in.

“I’m sure Real Madrid will face us with the maximum respect given that they know we are a great side.”

Llorente started in the 4-2 loss at Fiorentina on Sunday, but he was unable to improve on just one goal in his Bianconero career to date.

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REAL MADRID - JUVENTUS

October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Juve squad for Real Madrid

Oct 21, 2013

Juventus have named their 22-man squad for the Champions League clash with Real Madrid on Wednesday night.

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The Bianconeri travel to the Spanish capital looking for their first European win of the season.

And they will do so with Arturo Vidal, who was punished against Fiorentina at the weekend for returning late from international duty.

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Mirko Vucinic however, misses out.

Juventus squad for Real Madrid:
Buffon, Chiellini, Caceres, Ogbonna, Pogba, Marchisio, Tevez, De Ceglie, Giovinco, Peluso, Llorente, Barzagli, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Asamoah, VIDAL, Storari, Isla, Rubinho.

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REAL MADRID - JUVENTUS

October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

C. Ronaldo: Juventus a great team

Oct 22, 2013

Real Madrid’s Cristiano Ronaldo is showing Juventus respect despite their capitulation at Fiorentina on Sunday.

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The Italian giants were in control of the game in Tuscany thanks to a 2-0 advantage before conceding four second half goals.

“We are expecting a great Juventus team, even though they lost their last match in Serie A,” the Portuguese wizard stated ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League tie.

“The Juventus encounter is a huge one and we want to win this one. We must be focused.”

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Ronaldo is particularly aware of Carlos Tevez, his former teammate in the Premiership with Manchester United.

“I played with Tevez and it was great linking up with him. We will have to be wary of him tomorrow, he is a very dangerous player.

“The Champions League is the most important tournament, but whatever competition I compete in I want to win it.

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“We want nine points on the board by the end of tomorrow night.”

Real will go into the tie as favourites despite their problematic start to the season under new boss Carlo Ancelotti.

“We are getting better. We started a bit weak, but we are improving in many aspects. We have to continue like that,” he added.

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“It is a thing of great pride to work with this Coach – he is doing an extraordinary job. You can't say more than that. I am willing to give my all for him.”

Real have a 100 per cent record in their group, while Juve have been held to draws against FC Copenhagen and Galatasaray.

“We have six points on the board and nobody qualifies with six points.

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“We are calm, focused. We want to win tomorrow as that will also give us confidence for the game against Barcelona at the weekend.

“I don't think it is a decisive week, but it's true that it is an important one for us. We didn't start as we would have liked but we are getting better.”

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Tomorrow’s meeting has inevitably seen former Juventus director general Luciano Moggi again remind fans of when he almost signed the player.

“I’ve been close to everyone…but the only certainty for me was United,” continued the former Sporting Lisbon winger.

“In all seriousness, I was close to Juventus at the age of 18 but I preferred Manchester United for their history and the possibility to mature.”

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October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Untested Madrid trio for Juve?

Oct 22, 2013

Real Madrid Coach Carlo Ancelotti has this week trained with a provisional midfield trio of Sami Khedira, Luka Modric and Asier Illarramendi.

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Juventus visit the Santiago Bernabeu for matchday three of the Champions League group stage on Wednesday evening before Madrid then head out to face Barcelona in the first Clasico of the season.

Ahead of those tests, indications from training have suggested that Ancelotti is going to try a new midfield central three of Khedira, Modric and Illarramendi.

The Italian recently switched to a 4-3-3 formation and had been using summer signing Isco as one of the central three.

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However, training this week has seen the former Malaga favourite seemingly dropped out favour.

Ancelotti has for the first time this season been working with a full squad at Madrid, in light of Xabi Alonso’s return to full training yesterday.

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October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Ancelotti wary of Juve & Vidal threat

Oct 22, 2013

Carlo Ancelotti has highlighted the threat Arturo Vidal will pose when Real Madrid face Juventus on Wednesday.

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The Bianconeri travel to Santiago Bernabeu looking for their first Champions League win of the season tomorrow.

And the Italian tactician has admitted he is wary of the Turin side’s quality.

“We have to analyse all aspects of Juve's last game, every minute and not just the 15 minutes when they struggled,” he told a Press conference.

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“Juventus in general have many players with a lot of quality. Arturo Vidal is very important, he can score and move about the pitch well.

“He has shown his quality. Individuals aside, their overall strength lies in their organisation.

“Our game against Málaga last weekend was a good one. We need to repeat that intensity tomorrow. We have more confidence.

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“Let's see what happens. I think we are better now [than at the start of the season]. We are playing with intensity.

“We are focused. I know this is an important week and we are preparing well.

Ancelotti then commented on his squad’s fitness ahead of the clash, as well as his aims for the season in the Spanish capital.

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“We have all of our players available except for Xabi Alonso - but I am not going to give you my team for tomorrow. Sergio Ramos is available - he can play.

“Ángel Di María is playing well, he is full of confidence. He has a lot of character. I hope he continues that way as he is very important for us, he can play in many positions.

“The aim here is for the young players to be the future of the club. Real Madrid had a clear objective in that - it is the priority of the club and the coach.

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“It is not easy to play here. They are gaining very important experience. Álvaro Morata is doing very well, I am happy with him and the rest of the young players. It is a fantastic experience for them.

“Ronaldo starts on the wing but he will push on and try to score from a forward position - it's very hard to score from the wing.

“We are not so crazy as to change the position of a player who scores 40 or 50 goals from a particular area of the pitch.”

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The ex-Juve Coach concluded by remarking on how he’s changed since he was in charge of the Old Lady.

“What has changed since I coached Juve? My hair! No, many things. I have more experience now. My experience at Juventus was very important in terms of my growth as a coach and a person.

“The results maybe were not great but my experiences and memories from that time are good ones.”

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REAL MADRID - JUVENTUS

October 23, 2013 8:45 PM
Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
Referee: Manuel Gräfe (Germany)

Varane back for Juve

Oct 22, 2013

Raphael Varane has made Real Madrid’s squad for Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Juventus after concerns over his knee.

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The youngster returned from international duty with France last week struggling with discomfort and inflammation in the same knee he had only just returned to playing on after surgery in May.

As a precaution, the centre-back missed training through last week and sat out the weekend win over Malaga.

However, on from having since returned to training, Varane has made the 22-man squad named by Carlo Ancelotti today to face the visit of Juve this midweek.

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Real Madrid squad to face Juventus:
Casillas, Diego López, Jesús, Varane, Pepe, Ramos, Coentrão, Marcelo, Carvajal, Arbeloa, Nacho, Khedira, Bale, Casemiro, Modric, Di María, Isco, Illarra, Cristiano Ronaldo, Benzema, Jesé, Morata