Juventus Season 2015-2016

[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

GENOA 0-2 JUVENTUS
SERIE A MATCH REPORT

Juventus returned to winning ways with a solid
2-0 victory over 10-man Genoa at the Luigi Ferraris.

http://www.juvefc.com/genoa-0-2-juventus-serie-a-match-report/?

 
Sep 20, 2015

 
5 Positives

1. Mario Lemina – A shaky start soon gave way to a composed and intelligent performance in the centre of the pitch. Watch the highlights and see for yourself
 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M5TbTHB9hMY

2. Juan Cuadrado – Another strong display on his second start in a week. He bossed the right side of the pitch and it was his run that forced Izzo into a rash challenge that ultimately led to his red card.

3. A Clean sheet – The first clean sheet of the season in a tricky match that wasn’t as one-sided as the scoreline suggests

4. Three Points – While the performance wasn’t the best, it was three well earned, hard fought points

5. Chiellini – He really led from the back today, didn’t give Genoa a chance on the ball and won the penalty that wrapped up the result.


Statistics

Man of the Match: Juan Cuadrado

Flop of the Match: N/A

Corners: 2

Pass Accuracy: 84%

Shots on Target: 4

Total Shots: 13

Ball Possession: 50%

Formation: 4-3-3

 

Formation

Lineups

Genoa: Lamanna; Cissokho, Burdisso, De Maio; Izzo, Rincon, Dzemaili (Pandev 57), Laxalt; Ntcham, Capel (Tachtsidis 65), Perotti (Diogo 46)

Juventus: Buffon, Lichtsteiner, Barzagli, Chiellini, Evra, Lemina (Hernanes 76), Sturaro, Pogba, Cuadrado, Mandzukic (Zaza 83), Morata (Pereyra 22)

Ref: Valeri

Sent off: Izzo 43 (G)

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

GENOA 0-2 JUVENTUS PLAYERS
RATINGS SERIE A WEEK 4

Mario Lemina made his debut while Juan Cuadrado started
on the wing as Juve faced Genoa with a new-look 4-3-3 formation.

http://www.juvefc.com/genoa-0-2-juventus-players-ratings-serie-a-week-4/?

 
Sep 20, 2015

Genoa made a strong start and matched Juve early on, but a rash tackle from Izzo reduced the home side to 10-men. Genoa were undone by a Lamanna own goal before Paul Pogba stepped up and converted from the spot to give Juve their first win of the 2015/16 season.


Gigi Buffon 6.0 - Had precious little to do all game but was assured in his box and managed his defence well.

Stephan Lichtsteiner 6.5 - A strong performance from the right-back who had a personal duel against Laxalt. More impressive in defensive than in attack

Andrea Barzagli 6.5 - Didn’t have much to do but he was solid throughout alongside Chiellini.

Giorgio Chiellini 6.5 - A very strong display at the back. Kept the Genoa defence very quiet and earned Juve the penalty that ultimately secured the result.

Patrice Evra 6.5 - Bossed the left flank with his typical control and composure. Rarely let anything get by him and pushed forward every chance he could.

Stefano Sturaro 6.0 - Solid but not spectacular. Defensively sound but lacked any real spark in the final third.

Mario Lemina 6.5 - A slightly risky first half display quickly gave way to a mature and composed performance. Great tackles, good positioning, rarely let the ball get away from him but worked hard to win it back when he had to.

Paul Pogba 7.0 - Played a part in both Juve’s goal, the first hitting the crossbar and rebounding in off the keeper, the second, a nicely taken penalty.

Juan Cuadrado 7.5 - Absolutely bossed the right hand side and never stopped running at/through Genoa. The majority of Juve’s attacks all came through his superb play.

Mario Mandzukic 6.0 - Held up play at times but was also immensely frustrating late in the game, failing to find the target or shooting straight at the keeper.

Alvaro Morata 6.0 - Looked bright to start with but was substituted early on after injury.


Substitutes

Roberto Pereyra 6.5 - Came on for Morata and added another dimension to the Juve attack – Provided the cross that opened Juve’s scoring.

Hernanes N/A

Simone Zaza N/A

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

Genoa vs. Juventus: Winners
and Losers from Serie A Game

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2569667-genoa-vs-juventus-winners-and-losers-from-serie-a-game?

 
Sep 20, 2015

Juventus travelled to Genoa on Sunday afternoon, the Bianconeri in the unfamiliar position of needing a first Serie A win some four weeks into the season. They would do just that, however, comfortably seeing off Gian Piero Gasperini’s men 2-0 and finally getting their title defence properly underway.

The visitors were undoubtedly boosted by an impressive midweek victory, collecting all three points in a difficult encounter with Manchester City. Speaking after the game, Alvaro Morata told reporters that he believed the Champions League result should provide the spark they had lost in their previous few outings.

“The most important thing is that we got the win we dearly needed, and that gives us something to build upon,” the Spanish striker said, per the club’s official website. “Our season begins now.”

He was proven correct, with Genoa providing little resistance to Massimiliano Allegri’s side. What follows is a look at the winners and losers from this clash, highlighting the best and worst performances from both teams.


Winner: Paul Pogba (Juventus)

Over the first few games, Paul Pogba had looked a little out of sorts, failing to match the impact he had previously been able to provide for the Juventus midfield. Massimiliano Allegri believed that came as a result of attempting to take on too much responsibility after a summer of upheaval.

“In the end, Pogba is a 22-year-old guy,” the coach said at a recent press conference. “A 22-year-old cannot act and play like a 30-year-old. So he must play as he knows how to play and exploit his skills, of which he has many.”

On Sunday he would do just that, forcing Genoa goalkeeper Eugenio Lamanna into conceding an own goal to break the deadlock, then doubling Juve’s advantage with a confidently taken penalty.


Loser: Armando Izzo (Genoa)

While Pogba was everywhere here, it was an afternoon to forget for Armando Izzo, as the Genoa defender endured a horrible outing against the reigning champions. The 23-year-old was shown his first yellow card shortly before the half-hour mark and was subsequently sent off after 43 minutes for pulling down Juan Cuadrado.

According to statistics from WhoScored.com, Izzo failed to register a single tackle or interception but committed four fouls before the referee gave him his marching orders and effectively ended the game as a contest.


Winner: Mario Lemina (Juventus)

Playing alongside Pogba and Stefano Sturaro in midfield, Sunday saw Mario Lemina make his debut for Juventus. The Frenchman arrived from Marseille on transfer deadline day, and the Bianconeri appear to have another fine young player in their midst after he turned in an impressive display.

Shielding the defence well, Lemina anchored the side and played with a maturity beyond his years, while also showing how the team might look when Sami Khedira returns from injury to fulfill the same role.


Loser: Simone Zaza (Juventus)

While Lemina’s fine debut deserves much praise, sadly the same cannot be said of Simone Zaza, the striker also making his first appearance for Juventus against Genoa.

Brought on in place of Mario Mandzukic, he was given just 10 minutes to show his ability but failed to do so in what should have been comfortable circumstances.

Despite the visitors being two goals ahead against 10 men, Zaza managed to pick up a needless booking and incensed his coach, Massimiliano Allegri remonstrating with his player after a particularly wasteful shot.

The Bianconeri need him to rediscover the form he showed at Sassuolo as quickly as possible, and with three competitions to play for, there will hopefully be plenty more opportunities for him to do just that.


Winner: Juan Cuadrado (Juventus)

For the third straight match, Juan Cuadrado was vital to Juventus, his running with and without the ball causing endless problems for the opposition defence. He also worked hard defensively, turning in the kind of display that Chelsea never seemed to draw from him during his short stint at Stamford Bridge.

His presence in Turin affords Allegri the kind of tactical flexibility he did not have last term, providing the versatility to play in a number of roles and in a number of different formations.

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

Juventus 2-0 Genoa: Juventus get off
the schneid, claim first Serie A win

The bianconeri enjoyed a comfortable win against a 10-man Genoa team.

http://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2015/9/21/9361667/genoa-juventus-2015-serie-a-round-4-final-score-recap-result

 
Sep 20, 2015

This was a key match for the Bianconeri and their aspirations in Serie A. They visited Liguria looking for momentum and confidence in the domestic championship. Maybe it wasn´t pretty, but Juventus captured their first victory of the season with a solid exhibition against the Grifone.

Massimiliano Allegri presented a 4-3-3 formation, similar of what he displayed this past Tuesday in Manchester. The biggest highlight in the lineup was the debut of Mario Lamina, as the youngster started along with countryman Paul Pogba and Stefano Sturaro in the middle of the park.

In the other side, Gian Piero Gasperini, a well-known attack-minded coach, deployed a 3-4-3/3-5-2 arrangement with Diego Perotti playing as a faux prima punta. On paper, the two managers promised a very entertaining game.

The match began extremely even with the two sides attacking and exchanging some unclear opportunities. However, at the 20th minute, Allegri´s plans for the match changed briskly when Álvaro Morata had to leave the tie due to a groin injury. Max chose Roberto Pereyra to replace the Spaniard.

Fifteen minutes later, "El Tucumano" proved his worth in a blooper-like play. Pereyra dribbled Issa Cissokho and executed a brilliant cross that found an unmarked Pogba at the far post. The Frenchman volley crashed the bar and ricocheted off Genoa goalkeeper Eugenio Lamanna, after the rebound the ball found slowly the back of the net. Juventus was ahead.

Shortly after, Juan Cuadrado intercepted the ball cleanly in the midfield, he accelerated towards Lamanna, but Armando Izzo fouled him. This action represented the second yellow card for the Genoa's defender, who must departed the game earlier and left his side with 10 men on the pitch.

The second half was dominated by the Bianconeri, who harassed Genoa early and often. Juventus showed patience in the early stages, clinically testing the Rossoblu's defense.

At the 58th minute Diogo Figueiras -who just entered in the game- innocently fouled Giorgio Chellini inside Genoa's penalty area. Pogba took the ball and executed the penalty with a lot of class. After this, Allegri's men managed the match smartly.

It's hard to remember a really treating play by Genoa; nevertheless Mario Mandzukic and Cuadrado could easily put their names on the scoreboard with better finishes.

Juventus was superior and deserves the victory. Now, it's time to hunt the championship leaders.


LE PAGELLE

Buffon 6 The Juventus captain was hardly tested. However, San Gigi always make everything looks easy.

Litchsteiner 6.5 Combined well with Cuadrado in the right flank. Kept Diego Laxalt in check.

Barzagli 6.5 Signature game for the "Great Wall of Barza." He was a metronome in the Bianconeri's defense.

Chiellini 7 Won the penalty that meant Juve's second goal. Played a great game in defense.

Evra 6.5 Managed the game with composure and experience. He enjoyed an easy afternoon.

Sturaro 6.5 Stefano was a Ninja in this match. He seems invisible, yet he had a strong influence in Juventus midfield.

Lamina 6 The French kid played a solid game in his debut; he covered a lot of grass and had adequate ball skills. My only concern is that he committed a lot of fouls.

Pogba 7 A true leader in the pitch, always looking for the ball. He was a participant in both goals and executed the penalty masterfully.

Cuadrado 7 The spark of Juventus' attack. It looks like he's really enjoying his time at Turin. Provoked fear and havoc in Genoa's defense.

Mandzukic 5 Unfortunate performance by the Croatian. Looked slow and without concentration. He failed badly in a couple of scoring chances.

Morata 6.5 Looked prepared to have another brilliant performance. He was forced to leave the pitch due to an injury.


Subs

Pereyra 7.5 Great game by the Argentinian. Entered in a very delicate situation and responded exceptionally. He was relevant with his playmaking ability and crafted Juventus first goal. Man of the match for me.

Hernanes s/v Entered for Lamina in the final minutes. Helped to close the game with his skills and smarts.

Zaza s/v Entered for Mandzukic and played his first official minutes with Juventus. Rarely touched the ball.


Coach

Allegri 6.5 Kudos to Max, who stayed with the 4-3-3 formation and debuted Mario Lamina. He reacted smartly to Morata's injury calling Pereyra. Once again the Livornian coach proved that he could adapt to any circumstance.


Things I think I think

Quoting our own Danny Penza: "injuries are stupid." Let´s hope Álvaro Morata is fine.

I really miss you, Carlitos. This match should/could be in the cooler earlier. I'm a Mandzukic believer, but Juventus needs to be more cynical in attack - and not just today-.

Lamina played a solid game today and proved that he can contribute. Please, Bayern, stay away!

Juventus played with a pack of hounds in their midfield. They were really hard to pass. That said, I can't wait for Marchisio to return.

So our 2015-16 season finally begins. Watch out Serie A!

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

Giorgio Chiellini issues title
warning for Inter Milan

http://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/news/chiellini-issues-warning-for-inter-milan_247539.html

 
Sep 21, 2015

Defender Giorgio Chiellini has told Inter Milan that Juventus have no intention of surrending their Serie A title without a fight.

The Nerazzurri extended their 100% start to the season on Sunday as Mauro Icardi's 42nd-minute winner was enough to down Chievo Verona and give them a fourth straight win.

Roberto Mancini's side sit eight points clear of the Bianconeri, who won 2-0 at Genoa to pick up their first victory so far, and Chiellini warns that nothing is won in September.

"This win will add to our growing confidence and we'll see where we are come May," Chiellini told the official Juventus website.

"Inter lead the way at the moment but the league doesn't finish in September. That tenacious streak has never left this side, it's still there for all to see.

"We'll take each game as it comes. After this week we have plenty of belief going forward for the rest of the campaign."

Juve have won the Scudetto every year for the past four seasons.

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

Pressure on Juventus begins to ease after
earning first Serie A win this term

http://www.espnfc.co.uk/club/juventus/111/blog/post/2623368/pressure-on-juventus-begins-to-ease-after-first-serie-a-win?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Hardly convincing, but Juventus managed their first Serie A win of the season beating Genoa 2-0 away from home. Having managed unlikely success in the Champions League against a team they themselves feel can win the tournament, the Bianconeri have recovered their confidence, but more importantly, their cynicism.

While in Europe, the Juve players worked together and showed great discipline and unity. Against Genoa, there were guilty of relying on excellent movements from certain players but the game from the unit as a whole seemed disjointed as it has done previously.

Once again, Massimiliano Allegri was unable to field his best starting lineup, aware that his men are required to play several games in the next few weeks, he decided to rotate again. So while defensively the side is improving, offensively there are still a few kinks to iron out.

Genoa played as expected. Masking the lack of sheer talent with grit and energetic running, they pressed their opponents high up the pitch and ran relentlessly to stifle the opponent and claim the upper hand. However, energy can only take you so far as they were not really capable of creating any patterns of play that scared the Juve back line, allowing Gianluigi Buffon to take the night off.

Keeping the Bianconeri at bay, they still believed in their cause up until the team went down to 10 men. Then their task of containing talent, despite the lack of fluidity, proved too difficult.

Despite the win, it's clear Juve are still far from the levels they reached last season. However, they do seem to be improving with each game, as on this occasion several goal-scoring opportunities were created with only the final ball proving to be problematic. With Juan Cuadrado available and capable of taking on opponents in front of him, he creates problems and has proved effective for the side with his particular set of skills making the difference. More than that, his attitude and confidence is inspiring those around him.

Sadly for the team, the offensive movements are not being finished off in style as Paul Pogba missed a few chances while Mario Mandzukic seemed to be suffering with his confidence. Having scored midweek, one thought the former Atletico Madrid striker would be firing on all cylinders, but his style of game and the work he does for the team is almost forcing him into being a little blunt when the time comes to score.

Dropping deep, occupying space and bringing others into play have robbed the forward of his usual precision, but it will take him time to find the right balance and better understand how to manage his energy levels so that he can impose his own strengths. The Italian league, despite its reputation, is physically demanding, and coping with the training schedules as well as maintaining freshness is by no means an easy feat.

Thankfully, a lucky own goal allowed Juventus to take the lead. Pogba struck the ball and what should have been an easy finish somehow became a complicated affair, bouncing off the goalkeeper before it went in. After the goal Juve were better able to operate without the pressure piling on their shoulders, and their game improved, with several more chances being created until an overwhelmed Genoa went down to 10.

Experience is vital in any game, but the lack of it was the reason behind the Rossoblu's defeat. They were of course unlucky, and Juve's second goal, which arrived by way of a contentious penalty, certainly didn't help matters. However, experience helps when it comes to managing games and emotions to ensure little mistakes don't end up costing the team dearly.

Mario Lemina is one who will need time to hone his skill and learn how to play the game as opposed to simply fulfilling his positional tasks. Despite managing a good debut, the youngster was guilty of several unnecessary fouls that needn't happen. He must learn how to perform his defensive duties without conceding fouls in dangerous areas or wasting possession. Perhaps the yellow card he received was harsh, but after receiving it his game truly suffered. From then on, he couldn't operate as he liked.

One player who has improved during his time with the Bianconeri is Roberto Pereyra, who made all the difference on the day. Coming on for Alvaro Morata, who went off injured, the Argentine dribbled marvellously and showed off all his technical ability while working for the team, creating opportunities and penetrating a tough Genovese back line with relative ease. After so many wonderful performances he perhaps deserves to start a game, as with a little more consistency he could grow even more.

With Pereyra helping his side claim the win, Juventus will feel a little less pressure going forward and perhaps in time that will translate into more success and more points. However, there's little time to celebrate as Frosinone await on Wednesday.

 

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[Socrates 8522]

GENOA - JUVENTUS

0 - 2

Eugenio Lamanna (37'-own goal)
Paul Pogba (60'-penalty)

 
 

MATCHDAY 4
Sunday, September 20th, 2015 - 3:00 PM
Luigi Ferraris Stadium - Genoa
Referee:‬ Paolo Valeri

Juventus Take European Momentum into
Serie A with Big Away Win over Genoa

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2569731-juventus-take-european-momentum-into-serie-a-with-big-away-win-over-genoa?

 
Sep 21, 2015

On Tuesday, Juventus took a major step toward arresting their awful start to the season. Going into their Champions League opener at Manchester City, they were fairly heavy underdogs but played an organized game and scored two fantastic goals to come from behind and take a crucial early victory.

After only managing two defeats and a draw in their first three league games, the victory—which accompanied a surprise tactical shift to a 4-3-3—was a massive confidence boost. The team's many new parts came together a little bit more, and it was hoped Sunday's game would take Tuesday's positive start and consolidate it into real momentum.

Much to the relief of the team's fans, they delivered on that promise, even though it wasn't as convincing as some might have liked—a 2-0 win away at Genoa.

The Bianconeri were expecting a stern test. In the days before the game, full-back Martin Caceres pointed out to JTV (h/t Football Italia) the difference in Italian and English styles and predicted there would be a lot less space for Juventus to operate in than they had in Manchester.

The Uruguayan's statement proved prophetic. Playing a typically organized game, Gian Piero Gasperini's men defended well and didn't give the Bianconeri much room to create.

Juve did start fast, with Alvaro Morata testing Eugenio Lamanna a mere 20 seconds into the match. But after that, things bogged down for a bit. The new-look attacking trident of Morata, Mario Mandzukic and Juan Cuadrado took some time to get into the game, and for a while, Genoa had the majority of possession.

It didn't help matters when Morata—fresh off his fantastic winner against City—pulled up with an apparent abdominal injury after 22 minutes.

He was replaced by Roberto Pereyra, and that seemed to signal a change. Pereyra consistently found holes in the defense, and as he pulled the Grifone out of place, Cuadrado began to do the same on the other side. Slowly, they began to cause more problems.

It was Pereyra who put Juve in for their first goal of the afternoon. His cross-shot from the right channel was perfectly weighted for Paul Pogba, who stayed onside and acrobatically tried to volley into the net.

Nothing has been easy this year so far, so it was fitting that what should have been an easy goal turned strange when Pogba mishit it and banged the ball off the underside of the crossbar—only for it to rebound off Lamanna's knee and into the net for an own goal.

Six minutes later, it was Cuadrado's turn to put a stamp on the game. Bursting through on a breakaway, Armando Izzo had no choice but to haul him down, earning his second yellow card—and an early shower—two minutes before the break.

It was then when Juve showed there was still room to improve. Up a man for 47 minutes, they heaped pressure on Genoa's goal, but no one was able to come up with a convincing effort to test Lamanna. Cuadrado scurried around the field and dragged defenders with him, but he also showed the glaring weakness in his game: a severe lack of directness.

The Colombia international is certainly skilled, but he frequently gets too cute for his own good. He takes dribbles around far too often, executing a series of pointless stepovers while actually being shepherded away from the danger zones or allowing defenders to get into his shooting lanes.

All this extra flair can win the odd free kick or penalty, but it sometimes looks like that's all Cuadrado is trying to do rather than actually, you know, score. Lionel Messi is the best player in the world and hardly ever bothers with such extra fluff. He identifies where he wants to go, gets there and finishes.

That's the kind of forward that has scored throughout Juve's history like Michel Platini, Alessandro Del Piero and Carlos Tevez. It's what Cuadrado needs to do more of.

Eventually, the penalty that sealed the game was drawn not by Cuadrado but Giorgio Chiellini, who was in an advanced position after a corner kick. Pogba slotted past penalty specialist Lamanna, and any hope Genoa had of leaving the Marassi with a point was all but extinguished.

It wasn't the dominating victory some were hoping for, but three points are three points, especially given the way the season has begun. Despite the win, the players are still very much feeling each other out.

But the positive signs are there. The defence—which had previously failed to keep a clean sheet since the Supercoppa Italiana in August—looked its old unbreakable self. Gianluigi Buffon didn't have to face a single shot on target. Mario Lemina made his Juve debut and showed flashes of the player who has drawn some comparisons to a young Arturo Vidal. Pereyra looked the best player on the field after a horrendous start to the campaign.

Slowly but surely Juventus are coming together. A midweek date with Frosinone is next before a crunch away game at Napoli. So long as Juve continue to improve at this pace, they'll be ready to make a climb up the table.

 

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[Socrates 8522]

JUVENTUS - FROSINONE

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juve sweat over injured trio

http://www.football-italia.net/73254/juve-sweat-over-injured-trio?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus could reportedly be without Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic for Wednesday’s clash with Frosinone, but Mario Lemina should recover.

Spanish striker Morata limped off after 22 minutes of Sunday’s 2-0 Serie A win against Genoa, and Tuttosport have today described the injury he sustained as ‘strange’.

The paper reports that the Bianconeri’s medical staff have been left stumped by the type of problem Morata has sustained, and he is believed to have a problem with his abductor too.

Today the forward will undergo tests in order to work out the length of his layoff.

Mandzukic’s injury is less serious according to giornalaccio rosa dello Sport, as the Croatian was also forced to leave the pitch at the Stadio Ferraris on Sunday.

giornalaccio rosa reports that the striker has a thigh problem and is almost guaranteed to miss out on Wednesday evening’s clash.

However, the good news for the Old Lady is that Lemina, who left the stadium on Sunday with an ice pack on his knee, appears to only have bruising and should recover in time.

 

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[Socrates 8522]

JUVENTUS - FROSINONE

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic
injuries a concern for Juventus

http://www.espnfc.co.uk/juventus/story/2623654/morata-and-mandzukic-injuries-a-concern-for-juventus?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri is sweating on the injuries suffered by forwards Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic.

Morata left the field with an abdominal injury during Sunday's 2-0 win at Genoa, while he was followed off the field later by Mandzukic.

They join Sami Khedira, Claudio Marchisio and Kwadwo Asamoah in the treatment room and leave Allegri potentially with only Paulo Dybala and Simone Zaza as his only recognised forwards for Wednesday night's clash with Frosinone.

Questions were asked about the growing injury list post match, but Allegri brushed them aside.

"I don't know much about these injuries -- abdominal injuries are not my specialisation," Allegri told Sky Sport Italia. "It's something unique and strange. It's my fault, just like it was when I was at AC Milan.

"I find it entertaining. It's entertaining to hear everybody talking, also because in the end all that matters are the results. It's a discussion which goes nowhere."

Morata, 22, is to undergo tests on Monday and Allegri will be hoping it is nothing major as his side prepare to host Frosinone in midweek before travelling to Napoli on Saturday.

The following Wednesday, they host Sevilla in the Champions League before Bologna pay the Juventus Stadium a visit in an important few weeks for the Bianconeri leading up to the next international break.

Sunday's win -- their first in the league all season -- lifted them to 12th in the standings, still eight points behind the early season pacesetters Inter Milan, who Allegri regards as favourites to win the title this season.

"I always said that Inter are favourites," he said. "Looking at the table today, we're a long way behind."

The Juve coach can take encouragement from his team's two results this week, with victories over Manchester City and Genoa, and with the performance in both of those games of Paul Pogba.

The France midfielder had looked out of sorts in the first few weeks of the Bianconeri's season, but he now appears to be finding his form again.

"We've not done anything yet, let's be clear about that," Pogba said. "We only had one point and now we've got four, but we need to rediscover some continuity in our performances and in our results.

"We're happy, but now we've got to move on like we know how. Losing [Andrea] Pirlo, [Carlos] Tevez and [Arturo] Vidal was hard to digest and now it's up to the younger players to take that leap. We need to assume more responsibility and I'm ready to play my part. I'm not scared of being the leader.

"Wearing the No. 10 shirt is not weighing me down. Wearing any Juve shirt is a huge burden -- not everybody can wear it. This makes me feel honoured to be here. I need to improve a great deal, but the team comes first and so my goal makes me happy only because it means we've got back to winning ways.

"My coach and my teammates have a lot of faith in me, and I won't let them down."

Pogba has a lot of faith in teammate Mario Lemina, who made his Juve debut in the 2-0 win.

"I get on really well with him," Pogba said. "It's only his first game and I'm really happy for him. I want to compliment him because it's not easy to make your debut in Genoa, against such tough opponents, but he did really, really well."

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus Pair To Miss Frosinone Fixture

http://forzaitalianfootball.com/2015/09/juventus-pair-to-miss-frosinone-fixture/?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus striking duo Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic could be forced to sit out the Bianconeri’s midweek meeting with newly promoted Frosinone through injury.

The pair, who both scored in the Old Lady’s vital Champions League victory over Manchester City a week ago, will be evaluated on Monday afternoon before Massimiliano Allegri will know for certain whether or not they will miss out.

As reported by Tuttojuve.com, the Spaniard complained on Sunday of abdominal pain and both will undergo scans on Monday.

Should both be forced to sit the game out, it would present the opportunity for Simone Zaza to make his Bianconeri debut alongside Paulo Dybala, following the former’s summer arrival from fellow Serie A side Sassuolo.

Juventus will host Frosinone at the Juventus Stadium on Wednesday, as part of a full round of midweek Serie A fixtures.

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus without Mandzukic for three weeks

The Croatia international will miss the forthcoming games
in Serie A and the Champions League due to a thigh injury.

http://www.goal.com/en/news/723/serie-a/2015/09/21/15594232/-?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus striker Mario Mandzukic is facing three weeks on the sidelines due to a torn thigh muscle.

The Croatia international was substituted during the closing stages of Sunday's 2-0 Serie A win at Genoa and tests revealed he has suffered a grade-one tear of his right femoral bicep according to the club's official website, which says the forward will be absent for 20 days.

Mandzukic will miss Wednesday night's league match against Frosinone and this weekend's trip to Napoli.

The 29-year-old was on target when Juve beat Manchester City 2-1 in the Champions League last week, but he will miss their next outing in the competition against Sevilla.

Juventus host Bologna before the October round of international fixtures, where Mandzukic will also be considered a doubt for his country's Euro 2016 qualifiers against Bulgaria and Malta.

Bianoconeri coach Massimiliano Allegri has a striker shortage on his hands at the Bianconeri, with Alvaro Morata having also sustained an injury at Genoa.

The Spain international departed during the first half due to an abdominal muscle complaint that is being assessed by the club’s medical staff, making him a major doubt for the Frosinone match.

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Serie A Preview – Juventus V Frosinone:
The Bianconeri Host Winless Canarini

http://forzaitalianfootball.com/2015/09/serie-a-preview-juventus-v-frosinone-the-bianconeri-host-winless-canarini/?

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus host Frosinone in Serie A at the Juventus Stadium on Wednesday night, hoping to extend their recent good form.

The Bianconeri got their first win of the Serie A season on Sunday by defeating Genoa 2-0 at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris while the Canarini are yet to gain a single point in the league and haven’t scored a goal since their opening day defeat to Torino. Roberto Stellone’s side lost 1-0 to fellow strugglers Bologna at the weekend.

Massimiliano Allegri’s side lost their first two games of the season against Udinese and Roma, while they were fortunate to gain a point at home to Chievo following the defeat in Rome. Juventus drew 1-1 with the Flying Donkeys but Rolando Maran’s side had a legitimate goal controversially disallowed.

These two sides have never played each other in Serie A but Juventus did play Frosinone in league football back in the 2006-07 Serie B campaign. The Bianconeri won 1-0 in Turin thanks to a Alessandro Del Piero goal and they won 2-0 in Frosinone thanks to a Marcelo Zalayeta double.

Both teams won’t have anyone missing through suspension but the Bianconeri will be missing the likes of Sami Khedira, Claudio Marchisio and Kwadwo Asamoah because of long-term injuries.

Attacking duo Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic both miss out after suffering muscle injuries at the weekend.

The Canarini are close to full strength but Austrian midfielder Robert Gucher isn’t expected to be rushed back into the team.


Expected Starting XIs

Juventus: Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Bonucci, Chiellini, Evra; Sturaro, Hernanes, Pogba; Cuadrado, Zaza, Pereyra

Frosinone: Leali; Rosi, Blanchard, Diakhite, Pavlovic; Tonev, Chibsah, Sanmarco, Soddimo; Dionisi, Castillo

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Cervellera referee of Juventus-Frosinone

http://www.football-italia.net/73263/referees-week-5

 
Sep 21, 2015

Referees have been designated for Serie A’s Week 5 fixtures, with the experienced Carmine Russo overseeing Inter’s meeting with Verona.

The Nerazzurri are looking to continue their 100 per cent winning start to the season at San Siro on Wednesday evening and Russo has been handed the reins.

Elsewhere, World Cup final ref Nicola Rizzoli will take charge of Lazio-Genoa and up and coming official Angelo Cervellera will oversee Frosinone’s trip to Juventus Stadium.


Full list of referees for Serie A Week 5

Carpi-Napoli: Gianluca Rocchi

Chievo-Torino: Domenico Celi

Empoli-Atalanta: Claudio Gavillucci

Fiorentina-Bologna: Gianpaolo Calvarese

Inter-Verona: Carmine Russo

Juventus-Frosinone: Angelo Cervellera

Lazio-Genoa: Nicola Rizzoli

Palermo-Sassuolo: Luca Pairetto

Sampdoria-Roma: Luca Banti

Udinese-Milan: Daniele Doveri

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus - Frosinone Preview: Chiellini
& Pereyra buoyed by recent upturn

A poor start to the season from the Old Lady was ended with wins over
Manchester City and Genoa as the Serie A champions looks to climb the table.

http://www.goal.com/en-za/match/juventus-vs-frosinone/2120421/preview

 
Sep 21, 2015

Juventus head into their first ever top-flight meeting against Frosinone with their belief restored, according to experienced defender Giorgio Chiellini.

The reigning Serie A champions endured a torrid start to their title defence, taking a solitary point from their first three games, and found themselves 1-0 down midway through the second half of their Champions League opener at Manchester City.

But goals from Mario Mandzukic and Alvaro Morata completed a sensational turnaround to see off the Premier League leaders and Massimiliano Allegri's men built on that success with a 2-0 victory at Genoa on Sunday.

The latter win came at a price, with Mandzukic (thigh) and Morata (abdominal) leaving their coach with something of a quandary in attack, but Chiellini is delighted to be back to winning ways.

"We'll take each game as it comes and approach Frosinone with the same calmness that we demonstrated [against Genoa]," he told Sky Italia.

"After this week we have plenty of belief going forward for the rest of the campaign."

Roberto Pereyra entered the fray when Morata sustained his injury during the first half at the weekend and could be in line to start against the visitors, who have lost all four matches to date on their Serie A debut.

Juve come into Wednesday's clash eight points behind leaders Inter, who have a perfect record thus far, but such a margin does not intimidate Pereyra at this early stage of the season.

"Inter have started well and that's why they're top after four games," he told his club's official website.

"But as we all know the season has just started and we'll give everything as a team to make sure we start climbing the table."

On his prospects of a place in the first XI against Frosinone, where Simone Zaza will be pushing for a maiden Juventus start, Pereyra added: "The manager asked me to pick up where Alvaro had left off [at Genoa] and I think I did a good job.

"No-one is guaranteed a spot in this team and everyone knows that they have to work hard to cement their place in the side."

Juventus won both matches against Frosinone without conceding during their Serie B campaign in 2006-07, goalkeepers Gianluigi Buffon and Massimo Zappino taking part in those encounters.

Zappino has not played for Frosinone so far this season, with Nicola Leali – on a season-long loan from Juventus – keeping him out of the team.


OPTA FACTS

Juventus and Frosinone meet for the first time in Serie A – the Old Lady won without conceding goals in both of their two previous meetings they had in Serie B in 2006/07.

The two ‘keepers Gigi Buffon and Massimo Zappino both took part to those meetings in Serie B.

On Sunday against Genoa, Juventus kept their first clean sheet after conceding for seven consecutive league games between this and last season.

The Bianconeri haven’t won either of their last two home games – the last time they’ve failed to win for three home games in a row in the league was in May 2011.

Juventus have won only one of their last four league games at the “Stadium” – previously, they had won 34 home games out of 36 in the league, drawing two.

Frosinone have lost their first four Serie A games – the last team to make their debut in the top-flight with four consecutive defeats was Sassuolo in 2013/14 (and they eventually avoided relegation).

Frosinone have faced 83 shots so far – more than any other side in Serie A.

Juventus have already scored two goals from the penalty spot – more than any other side in the competition.


LAST FIVE MATCHES

Juventus W W D L L

2015/09/20 - Genoa 0 - 2 Juventus
2015/09/15 - Manchester City 1 - 2 Juventus
2015/09/12 - Juventus 1 - 1 Chievo Verona
2015/08/30 - Roma 2 - 1 Juventus
2015/08/23 - Juventus 0 - 1 Udinese


Frosinone L L L L L

2015/09/20 - Bologna 1 - 0 Frosinone
2015/09/12 - Frosinone 0 - 2 Roma
2015/08/30 - Atalanta 2 - 0 Frosinone
2015/08/23 - Frosinone 1 - 2 Torino
2015/08/15 - Frosinone 0 - 0 Spezia


HEAD TO HEAD

2007/05/01 - Frosinone 0 - 2 Juventus
2006/10/28 - Juventus 1 - 0 Frosinone

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus vs. Frosinone: Team News, Predicted Lineups

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2569785-juventus-vs-frosinone-team-news-predicted-lineups-live-stream-tv-info?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Having finally returned to winning ways against Manchester City, Juventus followed that up with their first league victory, comfortably seeing off Genoa this past weekend. The Bianconeri do not have long to rest on their laurels, however, as they are pressed back into Serie A action with Frosinone's visit to Turin on Wednesday.

With that 2-0 victory over Genoa safely in the books—and reviewed in depth here—the squad appeared much happier, with Giorgio Chiellini believing that their Champions League outing had helped immeasurably.

“After Tuesday, I was confident that a match like this could see us rekindle our spark,” the defender told Sky Sport Italia (h/t giornalaccio rosa World) shortly after the final whistle on Sunday, going on to insist it also would spur them on further.

“I thought we played well, and this should be a starting point for us,” Chiellini continued. “We go into the Frosinone match knowing what we are capable of and we will look to be at our best.”

OptaPaolo ✔ @OptaPaolo
14 - #Frosinone have won a league-high 14 home games, securing promotion to the top-flight for the 1st time in their history. History.

That is not good news for the Canarini, beaten again on Sunday by Bologna as the size of the task facing the top-flight debutants is fully revealed. Yet coach Roberto Stellone was left bemoaning his side’s misfortune after seeing them hit the crossbar twice in a 1-0 loss.

“Today we had a good game,” Stellone noted on Rai Sport after the game (h/t Forza Italian Football). “We were just bad in attack, but in the second half we kept the ball in play and were better—yet unlucky—in front of goal.”

Sadly for Stellone and Frosinone, his Juventus counterpart was equally dissatisfied, believing there is also much more to come from the defending champions. “We’ve got time to improve and that’s precisely what we need to do,” Massimiliano Allegri told reporters on Sunday, per the club’s official website.

That does not bode well for Wednesday’s visitors as Italian football’s grand Old Lady warms up for yet another title challenge.


Predicted Formations




Juventus (4-3-3):
Gigi Buffon; Stephan Lichtsteiner, Leonardo Bonucci, Andrea Barzagli, Alex Sandro; Mario Lemina, Hernanes, Paul Pogba; Roberto Pereyra; Paulo Dybala, Simone Zaza

Unavailable: Alvaro Morata, Mario Mandzukic, Sami Khedira, Kwadwo Asamoah, Claudio Marchisio (all injured)



Frosinone (4-4-2):
Nicola Leali; Aleandro Rosi, Leonardo Blanchard, Modibo Diakite, Daniel Pavlocic; Aleksandar Tonev, Yussif Chibsah, Paolo Sammarco, Danilo Soddimo; Federico Dionisi, Nicolas Castillo

Unavailable: Massimiliano Carlini, Robert Gucher (both injured)


Player to Watch

While Juan Cuadrado has shown he is a valuable addition for the Bianconeri, perhaps fellow new arrival Hernanes will be the man to watch against Frosinone. The Brazilian was rested against Genoa at the weekend but is likely to return for this next fixture, and his impact could prove telling.

Against both Chievo and Manchester City, the former Lazio man was at the heart of the Bianconeri’s positive attacking play, and did so from two very different positions. For the clash with the former he was deployed just behind the strikers, and orchestrated some fine interplay, while also showcasing his set piece ability.

OptaPaolo ✔ @OptaPaolo
40 - Since 2010/11 only Hamsik has scored more goals (46) in the league than #Hernanes (40) among Serie A midfielders. Shooter.

At the Etihad Stadium, Claudio Marchisio was unavailable, prompting Allegri to use Hernanes as a deep-lying playmaker in central midfield, and he was once again excellent. Showing a fine range of passing, the 30-year-old showed he is a versatile signing, one that allows Juventus to operate in a variety of styles.


Key Battle

Arguably the matchup that will most affect the outcome on Wednesday evening is between Frosinone’s Nicola Leali and the Juventus attack. Finally sparking into life over the past two games, the Bianconeri front line poses a daunting threat to any defence, with the likes of Mario Mandzukic and Alvaro Morata needing little introduction.

Standing in their way will be Leali, a 22-year-old goalkeeper who is actually on loan from the Turin giants for the 2015/16 campaign. According to statistics courtesy of the Fox Soccer website, no player has faced more shots than the 22 fired in his direction thus far, a tally Juve will look to add to.

Asked if he was ready to move to Turin in the near future, Leali told Roma Talk Radio (per CalcioNews24, quotes in Italian) that for the moment all he is thinking of is doing well with Frosinone. If his new side are to take anything from this encounter, they will need their young shot-stopper at his very best and have him deliver the kind of performance that first attracted Juve’s attention.


Odds (via Odds Shark)

Away win: 454-25

Home win: 100-667

Draw: 611-100

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Allegri: ‘CL knockouts main objective’

http://www.football-italia.net/73314/allegri-%E2%80%98cl-knockouts-main-objective%E2%80%99?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Massimiliano Allegri says Juventus’ ‘first aim of the season is reaching the Champions League knockout stages’ and discusses injuries.

The Bianconeri face Frosinone tomorrow evening in Serie A, after picking up their first league win of the season against Genoa on Sunday. Read our match preview here.

However, their Coach stated that European ambitions are taking precedent over league form for the Old Lady this term.

"Our first aim of this season is reaching the Champions League knockout stages,” he said at today’s pre-match Press conference.

“We took our first step towards that in Manchester.

"In Genoa we didn't allow the hosts a shot on goal and fully deserved our triumph.

"Games against Genoa are always physical affairs. We did well to come away with a win from a tough venue.

"Mandzukic didn't feel any pain during the game. It was muscle fatigue that led to his injury.

"Inter's start hasn't surprised me. They're a solid outfit with dangerous individuals.

"Our aim tomorrow is to win and climb up into the higher reaches of the table.

"I've got plenty of options for the Frosinone match and could also rest a few players.

"It's a pity to leave Daniele Rugani out at present. He's coming on well, has plenty of quality and a great temperament.

"Lemina represents a decent fit as an inside midfielder. He did well on his debut against Genoa.

"Neto will start against Frosinone in place of Buffon. Caceres will once again be rested for tomorrow's game

"I need to check on Morata's condition today, if he's available I'll have three strikers at my disposal.

“Asamoah continues to train with the team and will soon be available for selection.”

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Max Allegri press conference roundup: Neto to start
in goal, Martin Cáceres out, Álvaro Morata status still TBD

http://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2015/9/22/9370027/juventus-frosinone-max-allegri-neto-martin-caceres-alvaro-morata-serie-a-round-5

 
Sep 22, 2015

With Serie A's last-place coming to Turin on Wednesday night, common logic would tell you that Juventus manager Max Allegri will probably make a couple of changes to his starting lineup. Usually coy about what's in the cards, Allegri is never truly going to reveal his full hand, instead choosing to make us wait it out until the starting lineups are revealed on game day to actually get our answers. What a guy, right?

But for his answer of "I've got options to potentially rest some players" Allegri rolled out some actual lineup news just a little while ago. No, seriously, he did! Just keep reading!

Allegri announced during his pre-match press conference on Tuesday afternoon that summer signing Neto — who arrived from Fiorentina on a free transfer and replaced Marco Storari as Juventus' backup goalkeeper — will get the start in goal against Frosinone on Wednesday night. It will be the Brazilian's full Juventus debut, meaning that he will be the latest summer arrival to get to wear a Juve jersey for the first time officially.

JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen
.@OfficialAllegri: "@Neto_Murara will start #JuveFrosinone in place of @gianluigibuffon."

Ah, so for the first time this current Serie A season, somebody other than Gianluigi Buffon will be wearing the captain's armband and leading Juventus out of the tunnel. The way San Gigi has played this season, I think it's safe to say that he's earned a day off. And when you're playing a team that has scored just one goal in four games, Allegri probably feels pretty confident that this is the right timing to give Neto his full debut.

Other things of note during Allegri's pre-match press conference:

Defender Martin Cáceres, who missed the trip to Genoa over the weekend because of injury, will once again be held out of the match day squad due to muscle fatigue he's dealing with. With the midweek fixture Wednesday, Cáceres would have probably been an option to start at right back to give Stephan Lichtsteiner a rest after featuring against both Manchester City and Genoa last week.

Striker Álvaro Morata, who got word that he was not injured seriously in the Genoa game despite having to be removed in the first half Sunday, is likely out for the Frosinone match. Or at least that's what it sounds like from afar after seeing what Allegri had to say. Seems like Allegri and his medical staff are doing the right thing and choosing to play it safe with Morata's status knowing that it's very early in the season and Napoli awaits Juve this weekend.

Midfielder Kwadwo Asamoah "will soon be available for selection," according to Allegri. Asamoah has yet to appear in any game this season due to his continued recovery from knee surgery.

Allegri had some nice things to say about Daniele Rugani. Maybe the talking up of the 21-year-old defender means Rugani might get to play against Frosinone on Wednesday. Or maybe it's just Allegri saying that he has high hopes for Rugani despite the fact that he hasn't played in a game yet this season. All of the above could also be a legitimate option in this case.

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Zaza to start for Juventus?

http://www.football-italia.net/73325/zaza-start-juventus?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Juventus could revert to a 4-3-1-2 for the visit of Frosinone, with Simone Zaza starting in attack.

The Bianconeri went with a 4-3-3 for the wins over Manchester City and Genoa, but could use a 4-3-1-2 for tomorrow’s match.

Coach Massimiliano Allegri has already confirmed that Neto will start in goal in place of Gigi Buffon, with Giorgio Chiellini likely to be rested for this encounter.

That would see Andrea Barzagli partner Leonardo Bonucci in central defence, with Alex Sandro in line to make his second start of the season at left-back in place of Patrice Evra.

Simone Zaza could make his first start for the Old Lady with Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic injured, with Paulo Dybala likely to partner him up-front.

Roberto Pereyra should play behind the strikers, with either Mario Lemina or Stefano Sturaro partnering Hernanes and Paul Pogba in the middle of the park.


Probable Juventus team to face Frosinone:
Neto; Lichtsteiner, Barzagli, Bonucci, Alex Sandro; Lemina, Hernanes, Pogba; Pereyra; Dybala, Zaza.

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon
to be rested vs. Frosinone - Max Allegri

http://www.espnfc.co.uk/juventus/story/2625125/juventus-gianluigi-buffon-to-be-rested-says-max-allegri?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Massimiliano Allegri is to rest Gianluigi Buffon for a must-win game against Frosinone on Wednesday evening.

In view of Saturday night's trip to Napoli and the visit of Sevilla to Juventus Stadium in the Champions League next Wednesday, the Juve coach has decided now is as good a time as any to give Buffon a break and let summer signing Neto stand between the posts.

"Yes, Gigi's having a rest and Neto will play against Frosinone," Allegri confirmed at a news conference on Tuesday in which he stressed the importance of picking up the first win of the season at home after losing to Udinese and drawing with Chievo.

"We're currently behind and we've absolutely got to beat Frosinone to get our first win at home and to move into the top half of the table," he said. "We know that we're behind, but we've got to carry on taking things game by game. Right now, we're forced to do the chasing."

Allegri will be without Mario Mandzukic for the next 20 days while Alvaro Morata is doubtful for Tuesday night, which means Paulo Dybala and Simone Zaza could lead the Bianconeri attack together for the first time.

"It's possible," Allegri said. "Even if they've both got different characteristics, they are two players who fill the same role in the centre of the attack.

"We're in good shape and I've got a large squad to choose from. Even last year, we ended the season getting better and better and it's important that you're in good shape when March comes around, because that is when the fundamental games for the cups and the Scudetto arrive.

"We were improved at [Genoa's home ground] Marassi, but now we need to get even better and become even more dominant. That's necessary to beat the top teams in Europe. Getting through our Champions League group, where we've started very well, is our first objective."

 

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Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Stellone: 'Juve not impossible'

http://www.football-italia.net/73334/stellone-juve-not-impossible?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Frosinone Coach Roberto Stellone told his side it’s “time to win ugly” and nothing is impossible against Juventus.

The Serie A clash kicks off in Turin on Wednesday at 20.45 CET.

“We have zero points from four games, but once again with Bologna we put in an excellent performance and allowed few chances,” said the youngest tactician in the League.

“Unfortunately, we conceded with their only shot on target. We tried to make up for it with good football, but partly due to bad luck and Bologna’s talents, we were unable to do so.

“We have zero points, I will admit our confidence is not high. We are facing the strongest side in the tournament along with Roma and will try to focus on what matters.

“We will also aim to stop Juve playing, because they have so much quality. Over their last two games Juventus earned one point, but they were unlucky and deserved to win. They are in good shape, despite the criticism.

“Everything points to this being an impossible game, but nothing is to be taken for granted in football. We are alive and kicking, our soul is always on the pitch and the time has come to play a little worse, but get some points. It’s time to win ugly.”

Stellone has fond memories of facing Juventus during his playing career.

“I scored on my Serie A debut with Napoli, but in the end we lost the game.”

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus squad for Frosinone

http://www.football-italia.net/73337/juventus-squad-frosinone?

 
Sep 22, 2015

Juventus have numerous absentees for Wednesday night’s Serie A encounter with Frosinone.

It kicks off at 20.45 CET.

The Bianconeri have a series of injury problems going into the fifth round of the season.

Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic picked up injuries in the 2-0 win away to Genoa on Sunday.

They join Claudio Marchisio, Sami Khedira and Kwadwo Asamoah on the treatment table.

Considering there is a huge Serie A clash with Napoli on Saturday night, Coach Max Allegri may well be tempted to rest even more big names.


Juventus squad for Frosinone:
Buffon, Chiellini, Zaza, Pogba, Hernanes, Alex Sandro, Barzagli, Cuadrado, Lemina, Bonucci, Padoin, Dybala, Rugani, Neto, Lichtsteiner, Sturaro, Evra, Pereyra, Audero, Favilli

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

MATCH PREVIEW

http://www.football-italia.net/SerieA/match/preview/69865

 
Sep 22, 2015

A terrific Champions League away victory at Manchester City followed by a solid win and clean sheet in Genoa has laid to rest all of the talk of a crisis in Turin after a torrid start to the season.

The Bianconeri welcome a side in Frosinone that not only find themselves bottom of the table, but are without a point and only one goal to their name. The clash in North-West Italy looks like a banker for the reigning champions, who appear to have regained confidence.

Both teams have no suspensions, with the Canarini close to full strength. Juve on the other hand are short in midfield with Claudio Marchisio and Sami Khedira nursing long-term injuries as well as Kwadwo Asamoah, who is in the treatment room. Furthermore, the first choice strike pairing of Alvaro Morata and Mario Mandzukic are both out following muscle injuries sustained at the weekend.

With on-form Napoli coming up on Saturday night and injuries piling up, Max Allegri will be tempted to rest a few star names.

Frosinone hand the gloves to highly-rated young shot stopper Nicola Leali - playing against his parent club. Between the other pair of sticks, his opposite number Gigi Buffon faces the Ciociari for the third time in his career after the veteran number one played both in fixtures in The Old Lady’s Serie B 2006-07 campaign - keeping two clean sheets in the process. He’ll be hoping for much of the same midweek.


Keep an eye on: Hernanes (Juventus) – It seemed to drag on for an eternity, but Juve finally filled the attacking midfield position they were coveting all summer on deadline day. If this Brazilian international can replicate the form he showed for Lazio rather than his below par Inter performances, then the Turin giants have a player on their hands.


Form Guide: Juventus (W D L L -) Frosinone (L L L L -)

Last season: Not played

Stat fact: These sides faced each other back in the 2006-07 season down in Serie B, with Juventus coming out victorious in both matches.


Juventus (probable):
Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Barzagli, Chiellini, Alex Sandro; Lemina, Hernanes, Sturaro; Pereyra; Zaza, Dybala

Suspended: None


Frosinone (probable):
Leali; Rosi, Russo, Diakite, Pavlocic; Paganini, Gori, Chibsah, Frara; Tonev, Ciofani

Suspended: None

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

JUVENTUS V FROSINONE MATCH PREVIEW

http://www.juvefc.com/juventus-v-frosinone-match-preview-scouting-report/?

 
Sep 22, 2015
 

Juventus

Juventus have finally returned to winning ways in Serie A too and can start climbing the table: the match against the newly promoted and struggling Frosinone arrives with ideal timing, few days before the key away game against Napoli.

The win against Genoa certainly did not come after the prettiest performance, but Juventus desperately needed three points, the Manchester City game drained a lot of energy and winning ugly is a skill too. It will not be the last time it happens during the season. Most importantly, Juventus finally kept a clean sheet for the first time since the Supercoppa, and that helps a great deal, they did not suffer much despite Genoa’s early proactivity and quickly iced the game when things went their way after Armando Izzo was shown a red card.

Massimiliano Allegri will continue to manage the roster as this cycle of seven games in three weeks reaches its midpoint. On Sunday, the coach rested Leonardo Bonucci and Hernanes, in this one it has already been announced that Gianluigi Buffon will given a day off, so Norberto Neto will make his official debut.

I would not be surprised if also Giorgio Chiellini and Juan Cuadrado were spared ahead of the San Paolo match. This would give Andrea Barzagli another chance to play as Allegri was coy about the possibility of fielding Daniele Rugani, that we will probably see only in the first Coppa Italia match, even though on paper this look like an ideal opportunity to use him. Martin Caceres will not return to the starting XI as he is not in perfect conditions yet, while it is almost certain that Alex Sandro will replace Patrice Evra on the left flank.

As it has often happened in this season, most of the bad news come from the infirmary. Mario Mandzukic has suffered a thigh strain and will miss twenty days, while Alvaro Morata was subbed off early and is dealing with a mysterious abdomen injury that hopefully will be sorted soon.

These facts leave the coach with little chances but to go with 4-3-1-2. Hernanes should play in front of the defense, with Paul Pogba on his left and one between Stefano Sturaro and Mario Lemina on his right. The Frenchman has played a nice little game against Genoa and surely represents a viable option as pivot, maybe in the future too. We have already seen in the past that Allegri sometimes prefers to have a more defensive player there and Lemina is more on the Nigel De Jong side than on the Andrea Pirlo side. When Claudio Marchisio and Sami Khedira will return, likely after the next international break, I doubt we will see much of Hernanes in that position, but we will probably still see some Lemina, who, anyway, can play as box-to-box midfielder too.

With Morata and Mandzukic ailing and Cuadrado probably rested, the attacking trio should be composed by Roberto Pereyra, Paulo Dybala and Simone Zaza and that should be more than enough to overcome Frosinone. The funny thing about the predicted lineup is that you can shake up the midfield, going with Lemina as DLP, Pereyra right CM and Hernanes AMF and you would still have a pretty good result.


Probable lineup

4-3-1-2: Neto; Lichtsteiner, Barzagli, Bonucci, Alex Sandro; Lemina, Hernanes, Pogba; Pereyra; Dybala, Zaza.

Injuries

Khedira (thigh), Asamoah (knee), Marchisio (thigh), Caceres (thigh), Mandzukic (thigh), Morata (abdomen).

Suspended

None.

 

  Frosinone

After grabbing the second place in Serie B late in the season, Frosinone have had an awful time adapting to the highest league so far. The enthusiasm for the first promotion in their history has faded away after a single half, when the much more experienced Torino have easily completed the comeback after an early score by Danilo Soddimo. That remains the only goal that Frosinone have tallied so far in four match and they have lost them all, against Atalanta, Roma and Bologna, and the last one was really worrying.

The rookie coach and Torino legend Roberto Stellone normally uses a very standard 4-4-2 that takes advantage of a strong flank game thanks to speedy wingers and fullbacks. However, that has stalled after the first game, even though he has tried several different options: Soddimo, Luca Paganini, Daniele Verde and Aleksandar Tonev. However, the area where they have disappointed the most is certainly the attack as Daniel Ciofani and Federico Dionisi, two absolute tanks in Serie B, have not been effective. Samuele Longo has offered little help, but that is not a surprising, and the highly touted Nico Castillo, once labelled the Chilean Zlatana Ibrahimovic, has yet to make his day view.

Stellone in the pre-game presser hinted that he may mix things up a little bit and ditch 4-4-2. They will miss Robert Gucher in the midfield, who is really their engine, so they could strengthen that zone using a three-man line, composed by Mirk Gori, Raman Chibsah and one between the veterans Paolo Sammarco and Alessandro Frara. But he will probably just use one of the wingers, Tonev or Verde, as second striker to add some oomph to the attack.

Usually their only doubt in the back-four is at LB, with Roberto Crivello and Daniel Pavlovic battling for the job, but, as they are evaluating everybody after the horrible start, Modibo Diakité and Leonardo Blanchard are not sure-fire starters either. Moreover, it would not be a surprise to see one of the fullbacks in a more advanced position to give the lineup a distinct defensive outline. As for the flanks, the competition is wide open, with Paganini and Soddimo as the frontrunners. Tonev should play upfront relegating Dionisi to the bench. Longo is out with an ankle injury, Ciofani should be the starter but Castillo has a chance too.

They have looked vulnerable so far, but they are not pushovers. They paid for their inexperience against Torino and were a bit unlucky against Bologna, where they create some good chances, and they have put up a decent fight against Roma, which closed the game only in the final minutes. It is certainly a weak opponent, but none in Serie A should be underestimated.


Probable lineup

4-4-2: Leali; Rosi, Diakité, Blanchard, Pavlovic; Paganini, Gori, Chibsah, Soddimo; Tonev, Ciofani.

Injuries

Longo (ankle), Gucher (ankle).

Suspended

None.

 

Formation

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Juventus vs. Frosinone Preview: Round 5 —
The more (wins) the merrier

http://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2015/9/22/9362045/juventus-frosinone-2015-serie-a-round-5-preview-team-news-schedule

 
Sep 22, 2015
 
Juventus can now say they have as many wins in Italy as they do in Europe this season. They have twice as many wins on the season than they did a week ago. It's what we like to call progress, no matter how the team has struggled to truly show their true potential through their first four league games. Congrats, guys! Time to celebrate!

But you want to hear something that's worse than Juventus' start to the season?

Frosinone's start to the 2015-16 season.

Yeah, it can get worse. Probably a little more frustrating and/or disappointing, too. This kind of worse/disappointing/whatever you wanna call it:

Four games played. Four losses. One goal scored. Seven goals allowed.

That's ... yeah, that's not very good at all.

There is only one team in all of Serie A not to have a point so far this season, and Frosinone is that team. For a newly-promoted side to struggle right out of the chute like Frosinone has, it certainly doesn't bode well for their likely battle to stave off relegation and make sure their future in Italy's top flight is more than just a brief one-season stay. For a team like Juventus to be so-so in the first four games is one thing, but for a club destined to be in a relegation battle all season is a completely different scenario.

And no offense to Frosinone, but I would like it to stay that way. At least for one more round of Serie A action.

Now that Juventus have gotten their first Serie A win out of the way over the weekend against Genoa, now it's time for Serie A win No. 2. And it couldn't have been set up any better for Juve when it comes to a midweek game. You get the first win out of the way, then you get to face the one squad in Serie A that has yet to pick up one measly point.

So if Juventus want to make another jump in the table and keep pace with the leaders at the very least, playing the last-place team on your home field is a pretty good scenario. Now it's just about, you know, not screwing the whole thing up.

Hey, maybe they can do the same thing they did the last time they played Frosinone back in the Serie B season. I would be okay with that. (I think you may recognize the guy who scored the game-winning goal. He did that a few times during his career with Juventus.)


GOOD NEWS

Juventus got a win in Serie A! Isn't that wonderful?! All the way up to 13th, too!


BAD NEWS

If you're injured and you know it raise your hand. Roll call time...

Claudio Marchisio
Sami Khedira
Kwadwo Asamoah
Martin Cáceres
Mario Mandzukic
Álvaro Morata

I repeat, injuries are stupid and I've never liked them one bit. Nor will I ever, for that matter.


WHAT TO WATCH FOR

1. Midweek squad rotation.

I'm not saying that Max Allegri will change things all around like it was a Coppa Italia game, but there's bound to be a few changes from the side that beat Genoa on Sunday. We know the strikers will be different with Mandzukic set to miss the next three weeks with a thigh injury and Morata not called up. There will be a few players returning to the starting lineup — most notably Leonardo Bonucci and Hernanes —in all likelihood after both started from the bench against Genoa. But who else might be making way for a change is pretty much a wait-and-see deal. Could Daniele Rugani get some playing time? I'd be all for it. Maybe Mario Lemina will get a second straight start after his solid Juve debut this past weekend. Or maybe Simone Zaza gets his first Juventus start because of the other striker injuries. A bottom-of-the-table opponent teamed with a midweek game during a busy portion of the schedule certainly seems to point toward at least some changes in the starting lineup.

JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen
.@OfficialAllegri: "I've got plenty of options for #JuveFrosinone and could also rest a few players."


2. Paulo Dybala's impact.

It's time for the kid to play. And it's time for the kid to play consistently. The injury to Mandzukic should open up a spot for Dybala to step into the starting lineup no matter what formation Allegri decides to go with. Despite starting just one Serie A game this season, Dybala leads the team with two goals and has largely impressed whenever he has seen actually game time. No matter if it's a 4-3-3, 4-3-1-2 or 3-5-2 formation, Dybala's creativity will be a welcome addition to an attack that is still searching to truly find its early-season groove as the beginning of October quickly approaches. The bad thing is that Mandzukic is out injured. Another bad thing is that Morata is out injured, too. The good thing out of a couple of bad things is that we're likely to see more Dybala in the starting lineup because of it. Hey, you win some, you lose some. Maybe this is a break even kind of deal.


3. Alex Sandro's impact.

I take you back to Allegri's pre-match press conference over the week. The quote below will mean something.

JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen
.@OfficialAllegri: "#AlexSandro is available and will start either tomorrow or Wednesday."

So, Alex Sandro didn't start — or play, for that matter — against Genoa on Sunday, so by this line of thinking he will be playing on Wednesday. I don't think Allegri will balk at what he said he would do mainly because the other option he has at left back is 34 years old and has just played i back-to-back games. On top of that, this is the perfect chance to let Alex Sandro loose in a low-pressure kind of matchup where Juventus will be huge favorites to get all three points. Not to say that the Brazilian fullback couldn't step in against better competition right now, but Allegri clearly prefers Evra in games of bigger magnitude to start the season. I can understand that.

Based on how well he played in his debut, I'm sure I'm not the only one who wants to see what Alex Sandro can do the same in his second Juventus appearance. So you better stick your word, Max, or else we might need to talk about this whole "gong on the record" about certain things.


4. How Neto handles his first Juventus start.

I bring this up because this was one of the first things Allegri said at his pre-match press conference on Tuesday.

JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen
.@OfficialAllegri: "@Neto_Murara will start #JuveFrosinone in place of @gianluigibuffon."

So much for that Nicola Leali vs. Gigi Buffon battle in goal some of us were thinking about. Instead, it will be young goalkeeper vs. young goalkeeper; one goalkeeper who is currently at Juventus vs. one goalkeeper who certainly wants to play for Juventus in the near future. Neto will be the latest summer signing to make his debut after Buffon appeared in every game so far this season. The last time we saw Neto was during Juve's preseason friendlies when he played rather well despite the limited playing time. And the last time the Brazilian goalkeeper appeared in an official game was back when he was wearing a Fiorentina keeper jersey rather than a Juventus one. Surely he'll want to impress on his full debut. Hopefully he won't have to make many saves, though.


My starting XI (4-3-1-2)
Neto; Stephan Lichtsteiner, Daniele Rugani, Leonardo Bonucci, Alex Sandro; Stefano Sturaro, Mario Lemina, Paul Pogba; Hernanes; Paulo Dybala, Simone Zaza

 

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MATCHDAY 5
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2015 - 8:45 PM
Juventus Stadium - Turin
Referee:‬ Angelo Cervellera

Frosinone stir Juventus memories

Adam Digby recalls the last time Frosinone made the daunting trip to Turin, in very different circumstances.

http://www.football-italia.net/73369/frosinone-stir-juventus-memories?

 
Sep 23, 2015
 
Newly promoted Frosinone travel to Juventus Stadium this week, the tiny club from just south of Rome making the first of some truly special away trips in their maiden Serie A campaign. Yet to taste victory in the top flight, they take on a team now buoyed by impressive wins over Manchester City and Genoa, bouncing back after making their worst start to a season in many years.

That they enter this encounter so soon after a major Champions League clash stands in stark contrast with the last time Frosinone visited Turin to take on the Bianconeri however. That came in October 2006, and pitted them against a Juventus side still reeling from being demoted to the second tier as punishment for their role in the Calciopoli scandal.

Yet despite the bitter circumstances, that afternoon would take on huge significance for the fallen giants, becoming a part of club folklore and providing happy memories for supporters forced to endure that harsh new reality. Fuelled by a desire for retribution, the Old Lady had won her previous six matches thanks to some superb performances from those players who had chosen to stay and help restore her honour.

Known as the Five Samurai, Gigi Buffon, Mauro Camoranesi, Alessandro Del Piero, Pavel Nedved and David Trezeguet all opted not to leave, and that saw them portrayed as proud warriors. Against Frosinone they would need that fighting spirit too, struggling for over an hour to break down a resilient opponent, forcing then-Coach Didier Deschamps to turn to his bench for answers.

The man he turned to was none other than Del Piero, left out of the starting XI after a string of subpar performances and desperately in need of a goal to restore his own ailing confidence. Less than fifteen minutes later he would get his chance, Nedved striking a vicious effort from outside the box that rebounded off the frame of the goal and hit Trezeguet, somehow falling perfectly for the club captain.

In one movement, he swivelled and fired a first time shot into the back of the net, registering what would be the 200th goal of his career in emphatic fashion. But the game was far from over, and neither were those lasting memories as, on two separate occasions, Buffon was forced to make typically brilliant saves to ensure Juventus secured victory.

Then, as the match petered out, Deschamps would replace Trezeguet with a relatively unknown young midfielder who would go on to become a fantastic player in his own right. Wearing an ill-fitting no.15 shirt, Claudio Marchisio come on to make his league debut, ensuring that Wednesday’s evening’s matchup is one laden heavily with nostalgia.

Del Piero said that his landmark goal “meant a lot, for my ties to this club, these fans and this city,” but he could just as easily have been referring to Juventus vs. Frosinone, a truly special match for anyone who appreciates the rich history of Turin’s grand OId Lady.

 

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