Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 2 Thiago Motta discusses big outburst: “I was angry because I love my players” Thiago Motta regained his serenity and composure after lashing out at Juventus players on Wednesday night following the Coppa Italia exit. The 42-year-old has often cut a calm and collected figure, but the embarrassing elimination at the hands of Empoli instigated his first major media outburst since joining the club in the summer. ............ But after a few days of reflection, a much calmer Motta appeared in front of the media on Sunday to preview tomorrow’s Serie A contest against Hellas Verona. ............ “It wasn’t easy, because losing a game the way we did wasn’t simple. But at the same time, our duty is to think about the next game, prepare ourselves, train and be ready to face the next opponent as best we can,” said Motta in his pre-match press conference. “Our opponent tomorrow is Verona, it will be complicated, but at the same time we have great energy and a great desire to transform this anger and prove we are superior. “There is great disappointment from everyone. I was angry after Empoli because I love my players very much and because I know them. My relationship with the group is excellent. There is honesty, sincerity and communication. “In my role, I make decisions for which I spend a lot of time to avoid making mistakes, because I love the guys, but then there are decisions that I have to make, and for this reason our relationship is fantastic.” ............ “Our captain is Manuel Locatelli. There are many leaders in this group. The relationship has always been excellent with everyone. We are a united team, then when the results don’t go well, there is criticism. We are called to always give our best, that’s why I was angry after the game, also because I see how hard they work and how much they commit in training.” ............ “Hellas Verona is a good team and they come from a good victory over Fiorentina. Fans have the freedom to express themselves. We feel the same disappointment that the supporters felt. We have the same anger as them. We don’t want to repeat what we did in the Cup and we want to give our best. I expect a complicated match.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/thiago-motta-discusses-big-outburst-i-was-angry-because-i-love-my-players/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 2 Juventus vs Hellas Verona: Preview and Prediction Juventus will look to bounce back from their midweek cup disappointment when they welcome Hellas Verona to the Allianz Stadium on Monday. Following a bitter Coppa Italia quarter-final exit, the Bianconeri must now shift their entire focus to securing a top-four finish in Serie A, while their visitors arrive with the sole objective of escaping relegation. ............ However, on the league front, they remain in strong contention for a Champions League return, thanks to an impressive run of four consecutive Serie A victories in February. Last time out in the league, Vlahovic made an immediate impact in his first start of 2025, scoring early to secure a crucial away win against Cagliari. But their midweek setback has left their morale at a low point, and Thiago Motta’s future remains a topic of intense speculation. Despite their struggles, Juventus have history firmly on their side heading into this fixture. They have never lost a Serie A match at home to Verona, winning 28 of their 33 previous encounters in Turin. The visitors have also suffered in recent meetings, losing five of their last six clashes with Juve while failing to score in all but one of those games. ............ A victory for Juventus would strengthen their grip on a top-four finish, while Verona will aim to defy the odds and record back-to-back league wins for the first time in almost a year. Given the contrasting ambitions of both teams, this encounter promises to be a crucial one for their respective campaigns. Team News & Tactics Juventus Juventus continue to struggle with defensive absences, as young full-back Nicolo Savona and Chelsea loanee Renato Veiga have recently joined a growing list of sidelined players. The Bianconeri are already without Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal, both of whom are ruled out for the rest of the season, while Pierre Kalulu remains unavailable. Given the lack of options at the back, Thiago Motta is expected to deploy Federico Gatti alongside Lloyd Kelly in central defense. In midfield, Douglas Luiz is also unavailable after suffering a flexor injury shortly after returning from his latest layoff. His absence reduces the manager’s options in the center of the park, with Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram expected to anchor the midfield. The attacking setup could see some adjustments, particularly regarding the strike partnership. It remains uncertain whether both Dusan Vlahovic and Randal Kolo Muani will retain their places in the starting XI, or if one will be rested. Vlahovic, in particular, has a strong record against Verona, having netted six goals against them in Serie A, including a brace in Juventus’ 3-0 win at Stadio Bentegodi earlier this season. Michele Di Gregorio is expected to start in goal, providing stability between the posts. Timothy Weah and Andrea Cambiaso are likely to be deployed as full-backs, with Federico Gatti and Lloyd Kelly forming the central defensive duo. In midfield, Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli will be tasked with controlling possession and breaking down Verona’s attacks. Ahead of them, a trio of attackers featuring Francisco Conceicao on the right, Weston McKennie in a central playmaker role, and Kenan Yildiz on the left will provide the creative spark. Leading the line, Randal Kolo Muani is expected to get the nod, though Dusan Vlahovic remains a strong alternative, particularly given his history of success against Verona. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Gatti, Kelly, Cambiaso; Thuram, Locatelli; Conceicao, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Hellas Verona ............ Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Montipo; Dawidowicz, Coppola, Valentini; Tchatchoua, Niasse, Bernede, Duda, Bradaric; Suslov, Sarr Key Stats Juventus have won five of their last six Serie A matches against Hellas Verona (D1), keeping five clean sheets in that period. This marks a significant turnaround, as they had failed to win any of the four meetings prior to this run (D2 L2). Hellas Verona are the team against whom Juventus have played the most home games without losing in Serie A history. The Bianconeri have won 28 and drawn five of their 33 previous meetings in Turin. Juventus have won four consecutive Serie A matches for the first time since December 2023 and January 2024 (five in a row at that time). They ended February 2025 with a perfect 4/4 record in the league, marking their first such feat since February 2023. Juventus have won each of their first three league games at the Allianz Stadium in 2025. A win against Verona would mark the first time they have won their first four home matches in a single calendar year since 2021 (7/7 in that case). After their victory against Fiorentina in their most recent outing, Hellas Verona could win two Serie A matches in a row for the first time since March 2024, when they defeated Sassuolo and Lecce consecutively. Player to Watch Randal Kolo Muani Juventus will look to Randal Kolo Muani to provide the attacking impetus against Hellas Verona. The French striker has been growing in influence under Thiago Motta, using his pace, movement, and finishing ability to unsettle opposing defenses. ............ While still settling into his role in Turin, Kolo Muani’s dribbling ability and versatility make him a key attacking threat for the Bianconeri. His performance in this game could play a crucial role in Juventus maintaining their strong start to 2025 and securing another vital three points in their push for a top-four finish. Prediction Juventus 2-0 Hellas Verona Juventus may be reeling from their Coppa Italia disappointment, but their strong Serie A form and impeccable home record against Verona make them firm favorites for this clash. Despite their inconsistencies, the Bianconeri have been defensively solid in the league. ............ Verona’s recent victory over Fiorentina was a morale booster, but their lack of attacking threat — having scored just three goals in their last eight league matches — will be a major concern against a well-organized Juventus defense. The visitors have also historically struggled in Turin, failing to find the net in their last three visits to the Allianz Stadium. Juventus are likely to control possession and patiently break down Verona’s defensive setup. Expect them to find a breakthrough in the first half before sealing the victory with a second goal after the break. Another clean sheet should be on the cards for Thiago Motta’s men as they continue their push for a Champions League return. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/03/03/juventus-vs-hellas-verona-preview-and-prediction/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
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Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 3 (modificato) Juventus vs. Hellas Verona match preview Within an eight-day span, Juventus’ European and domestic cup competition hopes went up in smoke. Champions League? Gone. Chances of winning a second straight Coppa Italia? Gone — and at the hands of the worst team left in the tournament. It has been, to put it simply, a pretty rotten week for a Juventus squad that has had plenty of disappointment over the course of the first seven months of the 2024-25 season. That leaves 12 games on the schedule — all of which are in Serie A. And still plenty to play for, too. Juventus welcome Hellas Verona to the Allianz Stadium on Monday night with there suddenly being more than further consolidation of fourth place at stake. Thanks to the matchups between Inter and Napoli on Saturday finishing 1-1 and Atalanta dropping points to relegation-threatened Venezia earlier in the day, Juve have a chance to very much make the Scudetto race a four-team party in the first weekend of March. A victory over Hellas Verona — a squad that has just two wins in 2025 — and Juventus moves within six points of league leaders Inter and, somehow, actually have potential aspirations of making a run of things as we hit the final quarter of the season. Not to mention with Lazio grabbing a somewhat controversial stoppage-time winner against Milan Sunday night, Juve now have to answer back if they want to end Matchday 27 with the same two-point advantage in fourth place like they had coming out of last weekend. ............ Juventus, as we hit the first game in March, still have more draws (13) than wins (12). They are, again, dealing with a lengthy injury list that few others in the league can compare. They are still very much in the kind of state in which you wonder if this season is going to get any better or provide yet another massive body blow following the elimination from the Champions League and Coppa Italia within the span of a week. We’re again wondering how Juve will respond following the exit from the Coppa just like we did the week prior when they lost to PSV Eindhoven. It makes the meeting with Hellas Verona all the more important to try and stabilize things just a little bit during the rockiest of rocky roads Thiago Motta has faced as manager. It makes for a night in which the atmosphere at the Allianz Stadium is expected to be .... kinda awkward. ............ Juventus have 12 games remaining this season. They have 12 games to try and secure Champions League football for next season. They have 12 games to try and make something out of this season that has already had so many disappointing moments. That is all that is left to play for. So no matter what this summer will see take place, these next 12 games are very much important to how Juventus’ season will look come the fall. They are playing for the present, but there very much are stakes for the future as well. ............ TEAM NEWS One Juventus player is back in the squad after missing the last month due to injury. His name is Pierre Kalulu, who has been sorely missed. Kalulu is not expected to start against Hellas Verona, with a return to the lineup likely set for next weekend against Atalanta. As Kalulu returns, another Juventus player will miss out on Monday’s matchup with Hellas Verona. His name is Francisco Conceição, who is dealing with some sort of muscle discomfort in his thigh coming out of the Coppa Italia loss to Empoli. It’s unclear at this time just how much time Conceição could miss due to his new injury. ............ Thiago Motta is not expected to start both Dusan Vlahovic and Randal Kolo Muani from the opening whistle as he did against Empoli midweek. It’s Kolo Muani who is likely to start up front in Motta’s 4-2-3-1 formation. Andrea Cambiaso is the only Juventus player who is one yellow card away from suspension. Considering Atalanta is next up on the schedule after Monday night’s game, that seems like it’s a little more important to keep in mind compared to previous weeks. Juventus have won 13 of their last 14 home fixtures against Hellas Verona in all competitions. JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH In the last five games, the young man who wears the Juventus No. 10 jersey has only started twice. Because of that, there’s been plenty of questions as to why Thiago Motta has decided to go in that direction knowing just what has been at stake in those games. ............ But, for the most part as those on the outside looking in, we don’t know why Kenan Yildiz has been out of the starting lineup for much of the last couple of weeks. It could be a tactical choice by Motta. It could be a decision made looking at how much Yildiz has played already this season compared to the entirety of last season. No matter what it is, Yildiz’s impact has mostly been off the bench of late. That is expected to change Monday night with his likely return to the starting lineup against Hellas Verona. ............ Yildiz’s last goal was on Jan. 11 against Torino. His last assist was 3 1⁄2 weeks earlier against Cagliari in mid-December. Since then, he’s played well and had some highlight-reel moments because that’s just what he does, but the thing that has been lacking has to do with the goals and goal contributions. So for as much as somebody like Kolo Muani has come in and found success right away, Yildiz’s end product — even before you take into account his performance from the penalty spot against Empoli four days ago — has come up empty of late. . We don’t know if he’s hit a physical wall considering he’s already played 2 1⁄2 times more minutes this season as compared to a year ago. But if Yildiz does kick things into gear again during a time in which Juve desperately need their best players to be just that, it would go a long way to trying to secure a place in the top four (and maybe even more). MATCH INFO When: Monday, March 3, 2025. Where: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy. Official kickoff time: 8:45 p.m. in Italy and the Central European time zone, 7:45 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 2:45 p.m. Eastern time, 11:45 a.m. Pacific time. . 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Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 3 Juventus sneak back to Scudetto race by beating resilient Hellas Verona Juventus made it five straight wins in Serie A by overcoming Hellas Verona in front of their home supporters at the Allianz Stadium. Thiago Motta started with a 4-2-3-1 formation spearheaded by Randal Kolo Muani who was flanked by Kenan Yildiz and Nicolas Gonzalez, while Weston McKennie played in midfield in front of Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram. The backline was constituted of Timothy Weah, Federico Gatti, Lloyd Kelly and Andrea Cambiaso. ............ The Verona goalkeeper was absolutely imperious in his goal, pulling off a string of saves to deny Manuel Locatelli on a couple of occasions, as well as Kenan Yildiz, Weston McKennie and Khephren Thuram who squandered a glorious chance from close range. ............ At the end of the first half, the visitors thought they had snatched the lead with their first real chance of the match as Tomas Suslov’s astonishing long-range effort left Michele Di Gregorio stranded in his goal, but it was disallowed by an offside call. After the break, the Bianconeri resumed their onslaught, and were eventually rewarded for their efforts in the 72nd minute. Locatelli picked up Cambiaso on the left flank and the latter played a back-pass to Thuram who sent a shot through a crowd of players to finally beat Montipo. In the final minute of normal time, a trio of substitutes combined to score the second goal for Juventus. Alberto Costa won back the ball and brought it forward to Samuel Mbangula who in his turn freed up Teun Koopmeiners. The Dutchman’s shot wasn’t the most powerful, but it somehow evaded the goalkeeper. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-sneak-back-to-scudetto-race-by-beating-resilient-hellas-verona/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 4 Juventus Player Ratings vs Verona: Khephren Thuram Ends Montipo’s Resistance ............ Juventus (4-2-3-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 5.5 ............ Timothy Weah – 6 ............ Federico Gatti – 6.5 The Italy international looked composed at the back, although he didn’t have much to do. Darted forward repeatedly but couldn’t hit the target when provided with the opportunity. Lloyd Kelly – 6.5 The Englishman is growing familiar with his surroundings. These quiet days at the office certainly help his settling process. Andrea Cambiaso – 7.5 The Man City target was outstanding all over the pitch. Won his duel with Suslov and was a menacing presence on the left wing. Provided the assist for the opener, and could have grabbed a few more had his teammates been more prolific. Manuel Locatelli – 7 A commanding display from the Juventus captain who was more adventurous than usual, but just couldn’t find the back of the net. Orchestrated the play for his team and picked up Cambiaso on the ‘pre-assist’ for Thuram’s goal. Khephren Thuram – 8 A formidable display from the man of the hour in Turin. The Frenchman was dangerous from the get-go, but after losing out to Montipo on a couple of occasions, he managed to break the deadlock with a clinical shot. Kenan Yildiz – 6.5 An impactful display from the Turkish teenager who connected well with his teammates, but just lacked the final touch. Weston McKennie – 6 ............ Nicolas Gonzalez – 6 ............ Randal Kolo Muani – 6 The Frenchman made himself available for his teammates and did well to hold up the play, but he could have done more with the couple of chances that came his way. Substitutes Teun Koopmeiners – 6 It was a listless cameo from Dutchman until he sealed the win by scoring the second with a shot that one would have expected Montipo to save. Alberto Costa – 6.5 An impressive outing from the January signing who won back possession on the ball that directly led to the second Juventus goal. Pierre Kalulu – 6 ............ Samuel Mbangula – 6.5 The Belgian provided the assist for Koopmeiners. A lively cameo overall. Dusan Vlahovic – N/A . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-verona-khephren-thuram-ends-montipos-resistance/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 4 Juventus 2 - Hellas Verona 0: Initial reaction and random observations Considering all of the chatter, the protests and the whistles raining down from a certain section of the Allianz Stadium crowd ever since Juventus were ousted from the Coppa Italia last week, it was hard to predict what kind of state Thiago Motta’s squad was going to be in once they returned to the field Monday night. ............ This time around, Juve had to wait until the final 20 minutes to see the deadlock finally broken after recording shot ... after shot ... after shot against Hellas Verona. The shot total only went higher and higher as Juve couldn’t break through against Verona keeper Lorenzo Montipo trying to do his best Stefano Sorrentino imitation against Juventus. But unlike when he scored midweek, we could actually find solace in Khephren Thuram finding the back of the net, as the Frenchman’s strike proved to the difference in Juventus’ 2-0 win over Hellas Verona that moved Motta’s squad back into fourth place after Lazio’s victory over Milan 24 hours earlier. ............ With the win, Juventus are now just six points off the Serie A lead — something that wouldn’t have even been imaginable a couple of months ago while they were in the midst of draws and inconsistency galore. Now, it’s not like this fifth straight Serie A win means everything is cured because it very much is not. Just go look at what’s happened during the last two midweek fixtures this team has had as two very obvious examples of that. But, at least when it comes to Serie A competition, they’ve finally found consistent wins for the first time all season. It means that now, in the first week of March, Juventus can finally stake claim to as many league wins (13) as they have draws. It’s taken a while, but we’ve finally seen them get there. ............ Juve launched 13 shots toward the Hellas Verona goal in the first half. They launched another 14 shots in the second half. They dominated the possession from start to finish. It always had the feeling of just waiting for Juventus to finally get the moment in which they could take advantage of all the possession and scoring chances they had. Yet, for all the bad luck they had that came with their finishing and Montipo’s saves, a little bit of good luck came right before the half when VAR wiped away Tomas Suslov’s stoppage-time strike that stunned just about everybody not rooting for Hellas Verona. But that momentary scare, thankfully, didn’t derail the first-half momentum Juventus had even though they didn’t actually score. The command of the game only continued into second half, and again had you wondering when they would actually find the back of the net. Thuram, just as he did in Juve’s disastrous Coppa Italia elimination, was the man to save the day. Although this time it actually gave his team the lead rather than attempt to salvage something out of a very, very bad performance. Add in Teun Koopmeiners’ late goal just on the cusp of stoppage time and you have a scoreline that was very representative of how the game actually played out. Could Juventus have been better in front of goal? Of course — you don’t record that many shots and force that many saves only to be up 1-0 with 15 minutes to go. But, at the same time, Hellas Verona did next to nothing in the Juve defensive third of the field outside of the Suslov goal that wasn’t. Juventus needed a performance like this to try and put the ills of the Coppa Italia loss fully behind them. Take whatever you want out of the protests by the ultras both before and during Monday night’’s game, but Juve needed to shake what happened against Empoli to try and refocus on their push to secure a place in the top four. Lazio beat Milan and forced Juventus to answer — and they did. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS I honestly can’t remember the last time Juventus finished an entire game with over 70% possession, let alone a number more than 75%. When the eye test is very much confirmed by the stats because that was one-way traffic outside of a couple of minutes. ............ Finishing with 27 shots and having an xG of 1.85 seems a little bit disappointing. More encouraging: Khephren Thuram continuing to be awesome. He was one of the summer signings I was the most excited about, and Thuram has done nothing to really deter that preseason hope and excitement. He’s Juve’s best midfielder and he’s only getting better now that he’s starting to score goals. It also makes you wonder why — if there’s a reason other than physical and a subsequent minutes restriction — Thuram was not starting on a consistent basis the last couple of months. This Juventus team is so very clearly a more dangerous side with him in the lineup, and he now needs to be there these final 11 games of the season as long as he’s healthy. ............ Teun Koopmeiners heard plenty of whistles when he entered the field at the hour mark. Then he went and scored a goal, his first brilliant free kick against Cagliari in the Coppa Italia back in December. His teammates celebrated as such. Good for him. He’s had a tough season and has obviously not lived up to his price tag after his move from Atalanta, but he’s a genuinely good dude who deserves some good things to try and turn things around down the stretch. Juventus passes attempted in the final third in the first half: 78. Hellas Verona total number of passes attempted in the first half: 84. Credit where credit is due: Lloyd Kelly had a very good game and deserves to be complimented for it. ............ I’ve never been so happy to see Pierre Kalulu than I was when he came on for Gatti and showed that he’s ready to go for Atalanta this coming weekend. Andrea Cambiaso finished with exactly 100 touches. Love a nice and clean number like that. Cambiaso key passes against Hellas Verona: 4. Randal Kolo Muani key passes against Hellas Verona: 4. Hellas Verona key passes as a team: 4. Manuel Locatelli’s passing numbers were pretty solid overall, but there was more than just one or two occasions in which I thought to myself “Boy, he really is taking a long time to get rid of the ball” or was just a little too slow in combining with a teammate. ............ Trying to block a shot off the foot of Kenan Yildiz seems like impending pain. That young man goes for power ... and then even more power when he wants. When it comes to shoot, finesse is something that Yildiz doesn’t always go for. ............ Yildiz needs a goal. Nico Gonzalez needs a goal. These guys need some goals. I like when Thuram scores, but the forwards not named Kolo Muani do need some more goals. But Juventus won. They played a solid game and won. That’s better than we can say about the last time they played at the Allianz, so we’ll take it and move on to another home game this coming weekend.. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/3/4/24377094/juventus-hellas-verona-2025-serie-a-matchday-27-final-score-result-initial-reaction-observations Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 4 Juventus reignite Scudetto dream with fifth straight Serie A win Juventus’ fifth consecutive Serie A victory has propelled them within six points of leaders Inter, and with the top four separated by a razor-thin margin, ruling the Bianconeri out of the Scudetto race would be premature. Thiago Motta’s side has capitalised on a month of slip-ups from Napoli, Inter, and Atalanta—teams initially seen as stronger title contenders. Once deemed outsiders merely chasing a Champions League spot, the Old Lady has forced their way back into the championship conversation. ............ Next weekend’s clash against Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium presents a golden opportunity, as a win would see the Bianconeri draw level on points with La Dea, further intensifying the battle at the top. ............ Yet, paradoxically, Juventus’ finest domestic run coincides with growing tension around Thiago Motta. Eliminations from both the Champions League and Coppa Italia have fueled speculation over his future, with reports even suggesting unrest within the squad, with an anonymous player allegedly stating he ‘can’t stand’ the coach. However, in the face of media scrutiny, Motta’s camp has pushed back. The father of his agent slammed the rumors, claiming an orchestrated effort is underway to ‘destroy’ the Bianconeri boss. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-scudetto-dream-fifth-serie-a-win/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 4 Two stats to delight Juventus fans after beating Verona Juventus secured another victory against Verona last night, marking their fifth consecutive win in the league. This impressive run of form has made them one of the most closely watched teams in the competition, with both fans and neutrals beginning to believe they could mount a serious title challenge. Juve remains six points behind the league leaders, but with Napoli and Inter Milan struggling for consistency, the Old Lady could find themselves right back in the race and even go on to win the title. ............ Following their latest win, the club shared some interesting statistics on its official website, two of which stand out. The first is that their victory over Verona marks the first time they have won four consecutive home league games at the start of a calendar year since 2021. The second is that Juventus now have 14 clean sheets in the league this season, more than any other team across Europe’s top five leagues. These figures highlight the defensive solidity that has been crucial to their recent success. While supporters naturally want even more from the team, there is no denying that Juventus are performing better than some would have expected. ............ As the season progresses, the team will need all the support it can get. Juventus have shown they have the potential to push for the title, but maintaining this momentum will be key. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-stats-to-delight-juventus-fans-after-beating-verona/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 4 Juventus must not let the current bubble burst soon Juventus now has just one trophy left to play for this season, and that is the Scudetto. At the start of the campaign, the Bianconeri had aspirations of winning multiple titles, not including the Club World Cup, with many fans and pundits believing that this could be their year to shine under the management of Thiago Motta. The squad appeared to have the potential to challenge for several honours, and expectations were high as the season began. ............ As the season progresses, Juve has found its stride, hitting top form in recent weeks. This resurgence has seen them win several important games, including a remarkable run of victories in their last five matches. Their recent success has taken them closer to the top of the league table than most people expected, and this newfound momentum has reignited hopes that they can still claim the Scudetto. ............ Although the season began with a sense of uncertainty, Juventus now seem poised to end the campaign in far better shape than it began. Their current run of form has been impressive, but it is vital that the club protects this positive momentum and ensures that they remain focused on the task at hand. The team has been a joy to watch during this recent spell of good form, and they are enjoying a positive “bubble” of confidence. However, it is important for Juventus not to allow this bubble to burst prematurely. ............ To protect this positive run, Juve must stay disciplined and continue working hard as a unit. By respecting every opponent and maintaining their focus, they can continue to build on this momentum and give themselves the best chance to secure the Serie A title. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-must-not-let-the-current-bubble-burst-soon/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato March 5 The signs of growth that Juventus showed in last night’s win over Verona Juventus returned to winning ways in their match against Verona last night, and it was an indisputable victory. With the Bianconeri now only able to focus on winning the Scudetto, their schedule is far less hectic than it was just a month ago. Given this, they are expected to win almost every match from here on out. Juventus is confident that this will indeed happen, as their players are fully backing themselves to make the most of their chances during games now. There is a sense of belief within the squad that is crucial for the remainder of the season. ............ The Bianconeri showed signs of real growth in this match. The report claims that the Juventus players have not lost faith in their manager, which is a significant development. Additionally, it was evident that they have players who can make a real difference in attack, something that had been questioned earlier in the season. These two factors are incredibly important, especially at this stage, when Juventus needs heroes to emerge to maintain their winning momentum. This victory was crucial in the context of Juventus’s season. They needed to prove that they could perform under pressure and demonstrate that they were still capable of being the team that fans expect them to be. ............ It is hoped that this win is just the beginning of a strong run of results for Juventus, who now have the Scudetto in their sights. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-signs-of-growth-that-juventus-showed-in-last-nights-win-over-verona/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Giovedì alle 23:09 Only Renato Veiga expected to return from injury against Atalanta While seven Juventus players were ruled out of the contest against Hellas Verona, only one is set to make his return against Atalanta. Renato Veiga should shake off his muscle problem to make himself available for Sunday’s direct showdown. ............ Nevertheless, Veiga is now expected to rejoin the squad, which will be an important boost for Thiago Motta who finally has a functional defensive department at his disposal. Federico Gatti and Lloyd Kelly have been starting in recent outings, while Kalulu made his return off the bench against Verona, and could be set to start this weekend. But while Veiga is in line to earn a call-up, the same cannot be said about the other absentees. Douglas Luiz, Nicola Savona and Francisco Conceicao are still nursing injuries, and none of them is expected to show up against Atalanta. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/only-one-juventus-player-expected-to-return-from-injury-against-atalanta/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Giovedì alle 23:13 Federico Gatti doubtful for Atalanta clash – How will Juventus line up at the back? Juventus defender Federico Gatti risks missing out on Sunday’s big showdown against Atalanta, forcing Thiago Motta to make mandatory changes at the back. The Bianconeri are currently riding a five-match winning streak in the league that saw them reduce the gap to league Inter to just six points. So despite being fourth in the standings, many consider Motta’s men as genuine title challengers at this stage. Therefore, this weekend’s clash against La Dea represents a crucial corner for the Old Lady. ............ The Turin-based giants might have to do without Gatti who is suffering from muscle fatigue. As the source reveals, the Italian defender had to train separately on Thursday, so it remains to be seen if he’ll be able to regain his optimal physical condition over the next few days. ............ But luckily for Motta, Kalulu had made his return on Monday, coming in as a second-half replacement against Hellas Verona. Hence, the Frenchman’s timely comeback should see him link up with Lloyd Kelly at the heart of the backline in case Gatti can’t make it on time. Veiga is also expected to recover, but he might not be in an ideal condition to start the contest. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/federico-gatti-doubtful-for-atalanta-clash-how-will-juventus-line-up-at-the-back/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Venerdì alle 23:04 Journalist discusses if Juventus can be considered serious title contenders Juventus has been in excellent form over the last few weeks, with the Bianconeri now being considered one of the potential contenders for the Scudetto. Just six points separate them from the top of the Serie A table, and if they continue their winning ways in the games leading up to the international break, their position could improve even further. ............ While Juventus has shown signs of being a strong contender, Paolo De Paola believes it’s still premature to crown them as serious challengers for the Scudetto. Despite their five-match winning streak, the team’s inconsistency remains a significant concern. De Paola pointed out that it’s still too early to consider Juve as a reliable title contender. “Juventus is inconsistent, it cannot yet be considered a real contender for the Scudetto. It is not a reliable team at the moment,” De Paola said. These comments reflect a larger skepticism around Juventus’ ability to keep up their momentum. ............ For now, Juventus must focus on what they can control—winning their upcoming games. Winning games and securing points is the most crucial thing, regardless of the skepticism from outside. If they can continue this good run of form, they will prove their doubters wrong and demonstrate that they can be a real force in the race for the Scudetto. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-discusses-if-juventus-can-be-considered-serious-title-contenders/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Venerdì alle 23:08 Juventus receive Renato Veiga injury boost as Atalanta loom Juventus defender Renato Veiga has returned to group training and is expected to be available for a Serie A game against Atalanta on Sunday. The Portugal international suffered a muscle injury during a Champions League game against PSV in mid-February. ............ It’s a much-needed injury boost for Thiago Motta, especially because Federico Gatti continued training separately just two days before a crucial home game against Atalanta. The Bianconeri sit fourth in the table, three points below their next rivals. ............ Juventus won five consecutive Serie A matches, moving just six points below table leaders Inter. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-renato-veiga-boost-as-atalanta-loom/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Venerdì alle 23:13 How will Juventus lineup in defence against Atalanta? Juventus faces Atalanta this weekend in a crucial must-win fixture, a game that the Bianconeri cannot afford to take lightly. This is a match that Juventus must be at their very best to win, as they go up against an Atalanta side that has become one of the most challenging teams to face in Serie A. Atalanta has shown they can compete with the best, and Juventus will need to be fully prepared for the tough test ahead. The men in black and white are currently on a five-match winning streak in the league, and they will be eager to maintain their momentum. However, Atalanta will be relishing the opportunity to break Juventus’ winning run and make their own statement. With both teams having a strong squad and key players who can make a difference, this promises to be an exciting and hard-fought contest. ............ The club will be without some of their key defenders, and Lloyd Kelly is set to partner the returning Pierre Kalulu in defence. Additionally, Federico Gatti’s involvement is uncertain, and his best option may be a place on the bench. Renato Veiga has yet to train with the entire squad, further complicating the selection process for Juventus. ............ Despite these challenges, Juventus will need to call on their best players to step up and perform against a formidable Atalanta side. The game represents a significant test of their squad depth and ability to cope with injuries while maintaining their impressive form. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-will-juventus-lineup-in-defence-against-atalanta/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Venerdì alle 23:22 Preview: Juventus vs. Atalanta - prediction, team news, lineups Both still in contention for an unlikely Serie A title, Juventus and Atalanta will fight for victory in Turin on Sunday evening. Juve have revived their faint Scudetto hopes with five straight league wins, but La Dea's dismal start to 2025 continued last week - while Inter Milan and Napoli lead the way, neither can be entirely ruled out. Match preview Partly due to the faltering form of previous league leaders Napoli, a resurgent Juventus are back on the fringes of this year's Scudetto battle, having pulled within six points of first-placed Inter. Italy's top four are closely locked together with 11 games remaining, and Juve at least hope to secure a Champions League return after slumping out of this term's competition in the playoffs. Thiago Motta is still under pressure, though, as his side also exited the Coppa Italia at home to Serie A strugglers Empoli last week, crashing out via a penalty shootout defeat in the quarter-finals. Yet, they then beat Hellas Verona 2-0, as in-form midfielder Khephren Thuram continued his hot streak: following his opening strike on Monday, the Frenchman has already set a new personal best for goal involvements in one league season (seven so far - three goals and four assists). That made it five Serie A wins on the spin for Motta's men, and the last time Juventus achieved at least six consecutive top-flight victories was at the very start of 2023. They can now pull level on 55 points with Atalanta by extending that success streak, and precedent suggests they can at least avoid defeat: the Bianconeri have lost only two of their last 40 league games against their Lombardy counterparts - both in 2021. Even so, their last Serie A home win over this week's visitors was back in early 2018; since then, there have been five draws and one win for La Dea. Including a 1-1 result in January's reverse fixture, when Mateo Retegui scored the hosts' equaliser, the last three league meetings between Juventus and Atalanta have ended all square. ............ Team News Juventus coach Thiago Motta - once a player under Gian Piero Gasperini at Genoa - will take on his former boss without injured quartet Francisco Conceicao, Renato Veiga, Nicolo Savona and Douglas Luiz. While Pierre Kalulu is now available after spending several weeks on the sidelines, his centre-back partner Federico Gatti has been training separately due to a thigh strain and may miss out. Lloyd Kelly could therefore keep his place. Recently preferred to Dusan Vlahovic up front, Randal Kolo Muani was named February's Serie A 'Player of the Month'; only Vlahovic has been involved in more league goals for Juve than Kolo Muani's compatriot Khephren Thuram this season. ............ Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Weah, Kalulu, Kelly, Cambiaso; Thuram, Locatelli; Gonzalez, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Atalanta possible starting lineup: Carnesecchi; Toloi, Djimsiti, Kolasinac; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui We say: Juventus 2-1 Atalanta Atalanta have scored the most goals from open play in Serie A this season (45), while Juventus have conceded the fewest - just 12 - so a fascinating contest awaits. Juve's form is improving, while La Dea's continues to decline, so the hosts are set to win and draw level on points. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/preview/preview-juventus-vs-atalanta-prediction-team-news-lineups_567354.html Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Sabato alle 20:59 Motta faces a big midfield dilemma ahead of the Atalanta game Thiago Motta will be aiming to name a winning team as his side faces Atalanta this weekend. Juventus, traditionally one of the finest sides in Serie A, are always expected to perform well in big matches, and this encounter is no different. Although Juventus currently trail Atalanta in the standings, a victory would see them level on points with their Bergamo rivals, further enhancing their push towards the top. ............ Motta, however, has a few injury concerns to deal with, but his midfield options are plentiful, which has created a selection dilemma. Motta must decide between Teun Koopmeiners and Weston McKennie for the crucial midfield role behind the attackers. Both players have shown their value to the team, and Motta faces the challenge of selecting the right man for the job. ............ Both McKennie and Koopmeiners are vital players for Juventus, and Motta’s decision will be crucial for the team’s performance against Atalanta. Juventus will need their midfield to dominate the match, and whichever player Motta selects will need to step up and contribute to the team’s continuing push for success in Serie A. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-faces-a-big-midfield-dilemma-ahead-of-the-atalanta-game/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Sabato alle 21:35 Motta confirms Juventus injuries and outlines Atalanta difficulty: ‘Very special team’ Thiago Motta has confirmed that seven players will be unavailable for Juventus’s upcoming Serie A test against Atalanta, and has explained how the Bianconeri squad have approached the top-four clash after a run of five consecutive victories in the league. Juventus, currently fourth in Serie A, will host third-placed Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, which brings an opportunity for the Old Lady to draw level on points with La Dea. After a 2-1 loss to Napoli at the end of January, Juventus have been on a five-game winning streak in Serie A, inflicting defeats upon Empoli, Como, Inter, Cagliari and Hellas Verona. Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Saturday, Thiago Motta told reporters that he feels his side are doing ‘very, very well’. ............ “As always, we are focussed on the next game because we know the level of our opponent. We can’t waste energy on anything else. We have to put everything we’ve worked on into practice in order to get a victory. ............ Assessing Atalanta, Motta added: “They are a very special team in terms of the characteristics of their players and the instructions of their coach. They also have the ability to change their marking during the game. They are a team that plays very good football.” ............ Asked if he has a favourite performance from Juventus’s recent run of five, Motta replied: “There is no preference, because we always like to win. If you play well, you have more chances to win. Sometimes it can be the case that you don’t play well and still win. “You have to do a lot of things right to get a victory. Tomorrow, we’ll have to play against a unique team and will have to be focussed. My preference is to win the game.” There was also a word of praise for Gian Piero Gasperini. Motta says that he has endless respect for his Atalanta counterpart: “Because he’s a great coach, not just on a national level. Gasperini doesn’t have to prove anything anymore because he’s already shown a lot. He’s a complete tactician and has done a great job.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/motta-juventus-injury-list-atalanta-difficulty/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato Sabato alle 21:45 Juventus vs Atalanta: Preview and Prediction Juventus and Atalanta are near the title challenge, and with a win on Sunday, one of them could still challenge the top order in this last stretch of the season. Juventus have endured a mixed season, dominating the campaign by drawing an enormous number of games as they get set to host Atalanta at the Allianz Arena this weekend. Earlier in the term, they did look like a force to challenge for the title, but the many dropped points in games they should have won proved to be catastrophic for Thiago Motta’s men. There was a period when even a top-four place looked unlikely. However, since losing to Napoli, which was also their first loss of the season, Juventus have roared back to life. The Bianconeri have won their last five games since that defeat and currently occupy fourth place, with only six points separating them from leaders Inter Milan. ............ The clash with Juventus is a big one for Gasperini and his side’s chances of staying a respectable distance from Napoli and Inter Milan. Should they win, they should at least keep the current gap intact, although a loss or dropped points against the Bianconeri will all but end their remaining hopes of securing a late title run-in. Team News & Tactics Juventus There’s a lengthy injury list ahead for Thiago Motta, as at least seven of their first-team stars are out of contention for this clash against Atalanta. Apart from those injured for the long term. Juventus will miss Francisco Conceicao, Renato Veiga, Nicolo Savona, and Douglas Luiz for this clash. Federico Gatti remains a significant doubt, which casts doubt on Juventus’ defensive setup. Piere Kalulu is available again after a spell on the sidelines. He could start alongside Lloyd Kelly, while Timothy Weah and Andrea Cambiaso could take up the full-back roles. Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli could again be Juventus’s central midfielders, with former Atalanta man Teun Koopmeiners set to take the attacking midfield berth. Kenan Yildiz and Nico Gonzalez will feature on either side of the Dutchman, with Randal Kolo Muani again the starting striker for Motta’s side. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Kalulu, Kelly, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Atalanta ............ Probable Lineup (3-4-3): Carnesecchi; Toloi, Djimsiti, Kolasinac; Bellanova, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta; De Ketelaere, Lookman; Retegui Key Stats Juventus are undefeated in 34 of their last 35 matches in Serie A. Juventus are undefeated in 25 of their last 26 home matches against Atalanta in all competitions. Atalanta have kept a clean sheet in their last four matches in Serie A. Atalanta and Juventus have produced more draws than any other fixture since Gian Piero Gasperini’s arrival at Bergamo. Player to Watch Ademola Lookman ............ Prediction Juventus 1-1 Atalanta Atalanta have the attacking force to dismantle any side in Serie A, although the one important thing they lack in this title challenge is momentum. Gian Piero Gasperini’s men have been inconsistent at best in recent weeks, and that might continue as the Bergamo side are once again expected to drop points. Juventus might come into this clash with ample momentum, having won their last five games in Serie A, although this will be a more challenging test than many might anticipate. While this clash has the hallmarks of going either way, the safest bet would be a 1-1 draw. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/03/09/juventus-vs-atalanta-preview-and-prediction-2/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
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Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato 23 ore fa Juventus thrashed 4-0 at home by Atalanta to damage title hopes Atalanta secured a stunning 4-0 victory over Juventus at the Allianz Stadium this evening. Juventus’ five-game unbeaten run was on the line as Atalanta arrived, and La Dea started the match strongly. ............ La Dea dominated the key phases of play, pinning Juve in their own half for the first 30 minutes, which led to the opening goal from the penalty spot, converted by Mateo Retegui. Despite falling behind, Juve struggled to find answers to Atalanta’s relentless attacking play, forcing Michele Di Gregorio into a series of crucial saves. Less than a minute into the second half, Atalanta doubled their lead through Marten de Roon, despite Di Gregorio’s best efforts. Atalanta remained in control, and Davide Zappacosta soon added a third goal to deepen Juve’s misery. ............ The Allianz Stadium fell silent as Juve pushed for a response, but Ademola Lookman extended La Dea’s lead instead. ............ Marco Carnesecchi then produced a superb save to deny McKennie again, as Atalanta protected their clean sheet while Juventus supporters began to leave the stadium. In the end, Motta’s men failed to score even once, and their unbeaten run came to an embarrassing end. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-thrashed-4-0-at-home-by-atalanta-to-damage-title-hopes/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
Socrates 8541 Joined: 04-Apr-2006 134757 messaggi Inviato 23 ore fa Juventus Player Ratings vs Atalanta: Di Gregorio Heroics Couldn’t Prevent Humiliating Defeat Juventus (4-2-3-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 6.5 The Italian goalkeeper kept Juventus alive for as long as possible with a flurry of superb saves in the first half, but eventually succumbed to his fate. Timothy Weah – 5 ............ Federico Gatti – 5.5 The Italian fought hard as always after overcoming a muscle problem to make himself available. He was one of the few players to receive some applause from the disgruntled crowds. Lloyd Kelly – 5 The Englishman made some important interventions, but will be remembered for his poor pass which allowed Atalanta to score the second goal. Andrea Cambiaso – 4.5 ............ Manuel Locatelli – 5 ............ Khephren Thuram – 4.5 The French midfielder did well to block Ademola Lookman early on, but this was the end of his useful contributions. Kenan Yildiz – 4.5 To be fair, the teenager shouldn’t have started the match as he had been suffering from flu, and it certainly showed. Lost almost every duel, and misplaced his pass on several occasions. Weston McKennie – 4.5 The American was all over the place, and it was his needlessly elevated hand that gave Atalanta the spot-kick that opened the scoring. Nevertheless, he proved to be the Bianconeri’s biggest threat upfront, but was denied by Marco Carnesecchi’s super save. Nicolas Gonzalez – 5 ............ Randal Kolo Muani – 5 Although he sparked Juve’s best chance in the first half with a clever flick that freed McKennie, this was certainly the striker’s most uneventful showing since his arrival in January. Substitutes Teun Koopmeiners – 4 ............ Samuel Mbangula – 4.5 ............ Alberto Costa – 5 ............ Pierre Kalulu – 5.5 The Frenchman made some decent interventions, but couldn’t prevent Juventus from conceding another two goals. Dusan Vlahovic – 4 The Serbian was the Hail Mary substitution at 3-0, but somehow managed to make it more catastrophic, with his slip instigating a fourth goal. . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-atalanta-di-gregorio-heroics-couldnt-prevent-humiliating-defeat/ Condividi questo messaggio Link di questo messaggio Condividi su altri siti
