Socrates

No, lo sa. Glielo ha raccontato perlomeno Chiellini. Ma non c'é nessuna reazione. La Juventus é finita in un tunnel dal quale non si puó (o non si vuole) uscire. Tutto quello che ci fanno li lascia indefferenti. Un'apatia vera o c'é qualcos'altro dietro?

Locatelli: ‘Juventus are better than this’ after sliding to 7th place Manuel Locatelli insists Juventus ‘are better than this’ after the 2-1 defeat to Napoli left them languishing in seventh place. ‘We made mistakes we should not be making.’ The Bianconeri barely created any scoring opportunities at the Stadio Diego Maradona, as the Kenan Yildiz angled drive was their first shot on target. ............ That was only a temporary equaliser after the Rasmus Hojlund opener, and the Dane added a second nodding in the mistaken Weston McKennie knockdown. ............ “The coach had asked us to keep the ball and pass it around to create superiority in the midfield, but they pressed us well and we made mistakes that we should not be making,” Locatelli said. “We certainly need to do better than this.” ............ They are also now just three points clear of Sassuolo and Cremonese, still behind Como in seventh place. ............ “We are well aware of the position that we are in and that we must do better, because we are better than this,” added Locatelli. “We’ve got to pick up points, at the end of the day, words count for very little. It’s about results.” ............ “With the responsibility that a captain ought to have. I must try to set the example and explain why we lost today, even if what ultimately counts is what happens on the pitch.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/locatelli-juventus-better-than-this-7th-place/

Spalletti: ‘Juventus were passengers, Napoli made us chase them’ Luciano Spalletti admits Juventus were ‘passengers’ in the defeat to Napoli, but explains what went wrong with his audacious tactical decisions for the starting XI. This was Spalletti’s first defeat since taking the Juventus bench from Igor Tudor, ending his run of four wins and three draws. ............ “It’s true, Napoli pushed harder from the start, we were too timid moving the ball around, then lost it cheaply, so they made us run after them,” Spalletti said. “They are in good shape, so if you don’t keep the ball, they make you run all over the pitch with their strength and quality.” ............ The Bianconeri coach surprised everyone by dealing with the Dusan Vlahovic injury by leaving both Jonathan David and Lois Openda on the bench, starting Kenan Yildiz in a False 9 role. ............ “I feel Yildiz and Conceicao can do those roles, as they pass the ball around well. Locatelli sat a bit too deep and didn’t maintain the position I wanted in midfield, then the two forwards had little mobility and we kept getting bogged down in the middle. We didn’t pass it around quickly or make the numerical advantage count in midfield,” noted Spalletti. ............ “We did better in the second half, as we went man for man, but still suffered with the pace and quality of the Napoli counter-attack. So yes, we went man for man, but then they did well to create problems. “After the equaliser, we took control of the match, but again we were too obvious, too predictable, didn’t force through the situation as a team. We didn’t try to do something extra, so we clearly need some progress and quickly, otherwise it becomes difficult. “We’ve done some good things, but we have reached a stage where we need to analyse the situation.” ............ “We can do better than we did today, as we gifted an incredible number of passes. If you don’t control the game, you end up being the passenger for the others making decisions for you.” ............ “Napoli block to create space and we kept falling for it every time. We needed more communication, we made it also a bit easy for them to put the crosses in, these are all decisions that are made in the moment.” ............ “Of course, when the fans sing these songs that I know off by heart, it is spectacular, an atmosphere that only the Stadio Maradona can provide.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-juventus-passengers-napoli-chase/

Napoli 2-1 Juventus: Spalletti suffers first defeat on his Maradona return Juventus will return to Turin empty-handed as Luciano Spalletti failed to beat Napoli on his return to the Stadio Maradona. The Juventus manager opted to field Kenan Yildiz as a false 9, supported by Francisco Conceicao and Weston McKennie, leaving Jonathan David and Lois Openda on the bench. Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram linked up in midfield, while Andrea Cambiaso and Juan Cabal operated on the flanks. ............ Napoli were the far better side from the get-go, firing an early warning through McTominay, whose header whistled past the post. The home side then took a deserved lead in the sixth minute, when Neres skipped past Teun Koopmeiners before feeding Hojlund at the mouth of the goal. The Dane evaded Lloyd Kelly to poach it home. ............ As the minutes progressed, it became agonisingly obvious that Conte had the upper hand in the tactical battle, as Spalletti’s men were struggling to build from the back, while the long-ball option was equally sterile, especially in the absence of a battering ram upfront. ............ After the break, Napoli kept pushing for the second, but it was Juventus who forked out an equaliser almost out of nowhere with their first real chance of the game. A sublime team play culminated with McKennie providing the assist for Yildiz, whose precise shot found the bottom corner from an acute angle, leaving Sinisa Milinkovic-Savic. However, the Bianconeri allowed their hosts to retake the lead with a gift of a goal. Neres tried to find Lang with a cross to the back post. McKennie was able to beat the Dutch winger to be ball, but his woeful ‘clearance’ caused more damage than good, as it allowed Hojlund to nod the ball home from close range. Juve’s reaction was almost non-existent, especially since Yildiz and Conceicao were already hooked. Edon Zhegrova had an inviting opportunity in the final minute, but it was too central to trouble the goalkeeper. The Bianconeri remain seventh in the standings, but they’re drifting alarmingly away from the Top Four spots. Napoli 2-1 Juventus Goals: 7′, 77′ Hojlund (N), 58′ Yildiz (J) Napoli (3-4-3) : Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Rrahmani, Buongiorno; Di Lorenzo, McTominay, Elmas, Olivera (69′ Spinazzola); Neres (79′ Politano), Hojlund, Lang (85′ Vergara). Juventus (3-5-2): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Kelly, Koopmeiners; Cambiaso (71′ Kostic), McKennie, Thuram (81′ Zhegrova), Locatelli, Cabal (46′ David); Conceicao (74′ Miretti), Yildiz (74′ Openda). Yellow cards: Buongiorno 33′ (N), Kalulu 52′ (J), Beukema 70′ (N). . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/napoli-2-1-juventus-spalletti-suffers-first-defeat-on-his-maradona-return/

Serie A | Napoli 2-1 Juventus | Player Ratings – Hojlund dominates shaky Juve defence Napoli defeated Juventus 2-1 in Naples this evening as Antonio Conte’s side kept the Bianconeri very quiet to serve Luciano Spalletti his first defeat as head coach. ............ Napoli 2-1 Juventus – Player Ratings – Hojlund takes the cake Napoli: Milinkovic-Savic 5.5; Beukema 6, Rrahmani 6.5, Buongiorno 6; Di Lorenzo 6, Elmas 6, McTominay 6.5, Olivera 6 (Spinazzola 6), Neres 7.5 (Politano N/A), Hojlund 8, Lang 6 (Vergara N/A) Best Napoli player: Rasmus Hojlund – ............ Lowest Napoli rating: Vanja Milinković-Savić – ............ Coach: Antonio Conte 7 – ............ Juventus: Di Gregorio 5.5; Kalulu 5.5, Kelly 5, Koopmeiners 5.5; Cabal 5 (David 6), Locatelli 6, Thuram 6 (Zhegrova N/A), Cambiaso 5.5 (Kostic 5.5); Conceicao 5.5 (Miretti 6), McKennie 5.5; Yildiz 7 (Openda 6) Best Juventus player: Kenan Yildiz – Did well for his goal, making a good run and then poking it past Milinkovic-Savic. Looked a bit lost at times when he started the game at centre-forward but settled more after David was brought on. Lowest Juventus rating: Juan Cabal – Could’ve been Kelly, could’ve been Kalulu or McKennie for their disastrous defending in Napoli’s second – but the Colombian wing-back was really poor before being taken off at half-time. Coach: Luciano Spalletti 5.5 – At the end of the day was simply outmatched by Conte, with Spalletti’s Juventus unable to truly work their way into the game. The counter-attack for the goal was a nice dynamic player-led moment and the coach’s tactics had little positives to offer – other than what would’ve been a clever point if Hojlund had not scored his late winner. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/napoli-1-0-juventus-player-ratings-hojlund/

Serie A | Napoli 2-1 Juventus: Hero Hojlund ruins Spalletti return A brace from Rasmus Hojlund allowed Napoli to beat Juventus 2-1 and inflict the first defeat for their former boss Luciano Spalletti, despite the Kenan Yildiz temporary equaliser. This was the first time Luciano Spalletti had visited the Stadio Maradona since winning the Scudetto in 2023, but also the first time ever he had faced Antonio Conte. ............ Neres got away from Juan Cabal again and beyond Teun Koopmeiners to pull back from the by-line, where Rasmus Hojlund got there in front of Lloyd Kelly to toe-poke in from six yards across Michele Di Gregorio. It was his first goal in two months. ............ Kenan Yildiz twice got down the left to pull back, once with Francisco Conceicao blasting off target, then McTominay got back for the crucial interception as McKennie was ready to tap in from six yards. ............ With an xG of just 0.04 in the first half, Spalletti introduced striker Jonathan David for the struggling Juan Cabal. ............ McTominay’s free kick was drilled inches wide, but it was Juventus who equalised with their first real chance of the game. Kenan Yildiz went on the counter and completed a give and go with McKennie down the right, sweeping a snooker shot across Vanja Milinkovic-Savic into the far bottom corner from a tricky angle. It was the first shot on target from the Old Lady. ............ However, Napoli restored their advantage when McKennie tried to clear a Neres cross at the back post, but instead accidentally knocked it down as an assist for Hojlund to nod in from four yards. ............ Spalletti had been unbeaten since taking the Juventus job, overseeing four wins and three draws in all competition, but his return to the Stadio Maradona was a painful one, as Edon Zhegrova’s finish in stoppages was straight at Milinkovic-Savic. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/serie-a-napoli-2-1-juventus-hojlund-spalletti/

Juventus team bus bombarded by rocks ahead of Napoli clash Juventus made an unusual decision in order to avoid crowd trouble ahead of their trip to Napoli this evening, but still saw their bus windows smashed as rocks were thrown. ............ This is the first time that coach Luciano Spalletti has returned to the Stadio Maradona as an opponent following the Scudetto triumph of 2023. With that in mind, he knows the atmosphere well and took steps to avoid potential problems, such as the familiar routine of fans setting off fireworks all night outside the team hotel to stop opposition players getting a good sleep. ............ Nonetheless, there was still trouble for the Juventus players, as the team bus was pelted with rocks on the road to the Stadio Maradona, and some windows were smashed. The most important thing is that nobody was hurt by the incident, but it confirms the dangers of this fixture amid a bitter rivalry. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-team-bus-bombarded-by-rocks-napoli/

Bel gol preso

Spalletti vuole conservare l'1-1

KENAN YILDIZ 1-1

6 sconfitte consecutive al Maradona. Cerchiamo di evitare la settima nel secondo tempo.

Sono andati piú vicini loro al 2-0 che noi all'1-1

E meno male

Cabal inguardabile

Napoli in vantaggio. Conte molto contenuto. Non gioisce contro la Juve.

L'inizio di Spalletti non é dei migliori

Napoli in vantaggio

Chiellini ha detto che ai suoi tempi era peggio. Ma una remissivitá cosí comincia a darmi fastidio. Se l'autista fosse stato colpito e avesse perso il controllo dell'autobus, sarebbe stata una tragedia. Ma le forze dell'ordine non garantiscono l'ordine.

https://www.tuttosport.com/news/calcio/serie-a/juventus/2025/12/07-145110484/bestie_in_azione_a_napoli_pietrate_sul_pullman_juve_mentre_entra_allo_stadio

Peró la colpa é dei rappresentanti dell'ordine pubblico. Hanno fatto passare il pullman della Juventus precisamente in mezzo a un grande gruppo di teste vuote partenopee proprio davanti allo stadio. Chi prende le decisioni e sbaglia é piú pericoloso dei delinquenti travestiti da tifosi. Poi che il tifoso napoletano medio non sia l'esempio della sportivitá a partire dal loro presidente é una cosa assodata. E questo ci fa indignare.

Three Juventus keys to victory vs Napoli on Spalletti’s return to Stadio Maradona Whenever Napoli and Juventus share the same pitch, the fans can anticipate a heated battle between two rivals who embody Italy’s two extremes. And yet, Sunday’s contest will be a truly special edition of this fixture thanks to Luciano Spalletti’s first return to the Stadio Maradona since leading the Partenopei to their third Scudetto title in 2023. Although it remains unclear who the fans will receive him, the 66-year-old has expressed his excitement about the occasion regardless of the nature welcome. ............ So, let’s take a closer look at three tactical manoeuvres that could help the Old Lady prevail in hostile territory. Lay Low In Rasmus Hojlund, Noah Lang and David Neres, Napoli arguably boast the fastest attacking trio in Serie A. ............ Pierre Kalulu, Lloyd Kelly and Teun Koopmeiners won’t be able to cope with their speed in the sprint. Hence, Spalletti would be better off adopting a low defensive block, and avoiding leaving spaces at the back for his pacey opponnets to exploit. Pack the Midfield Napoli’s midfield has been pared down to the bone, with four key players (De Bruyne, Zambo Anguissa, Lobotka and Gilmour) out with injuries. Hence, Conte will reportedly field Eljif Elmas and Scott McTominay in a makeshift double-pivot. For his part, Spalletti could also deploy two midfielders in Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram (or Fabio Miretti). Nevertheless, bringing in wide players like Weston McKennie and Andrea Cambiaso to the middle of the park would add a numerical advantage. ............ Individual Brilliance With the two formations mirroring one another, this contest could eventually be decided by a piece of individual skill. Luckily for Juventus, they do indeed have the right men for the job, starting with the in-form Kenan Yildiz, a world-class talent who is able to produce a piece of magic at any given moment. Francisco Conceicao can also forge something out with his speed and trickery, but keep an eye on Edon Zhegrova, the dribbling demon who is beginning to endear himself to the Bianconeri faithful despite his lack of minutes. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/three-juventus-keys-to-victory-vs-napoli-on-spallettis-return-to-stadio-maradona/

“Tremendous emotion” – Spalletti cherishes Napoli return, urges Juventus duo to improve Juventus boss Luciano Spalletti is excited about his much-anticipated return to the Stadio Maradona, as he prepares to reunite with his former Napoli players. The 66-year-old guided the Partenopei towards their third Scudetto title in 2023, ending a long and agonising 33-year drought. ............ At this stage, it remains unclear how Spalletti will be received at the Maradona, but the man himself is thrilled with his return to the ground. “It will be a tremendous emotion because I spent two wonderful seasons there,” said the former Napoli boss in his interview. “We shared so much with Napoli and the people of Naples. As in other cities, I met wonderful people whom I will always carry in my heart. “But then each of our professions tells us to move forward, and tomorrow we’ll be adversaries. These stories have the power of immortality, and the one with Naples will remain so forever.” ............ “Vlahovic’s absence can be an opportunity for others too, not just David and Openda. I hope to give as many players as possible a chance; I need more starters. “David and Openda are two strong players who have shown signs of improvement recently. I expect them to go even further because they have more potential than they’ve shown.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-napoli-juventus-david-openda/

Conte and Spalletti clash for the first time: How they managed to avoid each other Antonio Conte and Luciano Spalletti are set to face off for the first time in their careers when Napoli host Juventus at the Stadio Maradona on Sunday evening, but how have the coaches managed to avoid each other so far? Sunday’s Serie A headliner is a thriller between Napoli and Juventus: The Partenopei will move back to the top of the table if they claim victory this evening, while the Bianconeri require three points to match the pace of the rest of the teams involved in the early Champions League race. Both sides have their injury concerns to contend with. ............ Bizarrely, this will be the first time that Conte and Spalletti have played against each other as head coaches. That is because Conte began his coaching career in Serie B with Arezzo and Bari between 2006 and 2009, while Spalletti was in charge of Roma in Serie A. Spalletti then spent five years in Russia as head coach of Zenit St. Petersburg between 2009 and 2014, which is why he never faced off against Conte while he was in charge of Atalanta, Siena or Juventus. Conte would then go on to take charge of the Italy national team between 2014 and 2016, before going on to coach Chelsea for two years between 2016 and 2018, which is why he did not play against Spalletti during his second stint in charge of Roma in 2016-17. ............ Spalletti’s next job was as the head coach of Inter from 2017 to 2019, where he was replaced by Conte, who led the Nerazzurri from 2019 to 2021. Conte would then go on to take over as head coach of Tottenham Hotspur in 2021, lasting until 2023, while Spalletti headed south to take charge of Napoli during the same time period. ............ Spalletti was then named head coach of the Italy national team in the summer of 2023, lasting two years until 2025, which is why has not met Conte at club level over the past two seasons. And now in 2025-26, Spalletti and Conte get their historic first meeting against each other in a major clash in the race for the Serie A title and Champions League positions. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/how-conte-spalletti-managed-to-avoid-eachother/

Napoli vs Juventus probable lineups: A midfield run-off for Spalletti The Stadio Maradona will witness one of the most-awaited fixtures of the Serie A campaign, as Luciano Spalletti returns to Napoli as the Juventus head coach. The contest kicks off on Sunday at 20:45 CET. ............ After losing Stanislav Lobotka, Napoli find themselves with a completely ravaged midfield, as Kevin De Bruyne, Andre-Frank Zambo Anguissa and Billy Gilmour are also missing. Moreover, Romelu Lukaku has yet to make his return to action. ............ Spalletti will also adopt an almost identical 3-4-2-1 system. Jonathan David is expected to spearhead the charge in the absence of Dusan Vlahovic, even though Lois Openda could be an option. Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao will act as the supporting crew. Juventus captain Manuel Locatelli will certainly start, but the identity of his midfield partner remains uncertain. Khephren Thuram could maintain his regular place, but Fabio Miretti has done enough to usurp the Frenchman in the hierarchy. ............ Napoli & Juventus expected lineups Napoli XI (3-4-3): Milinkovic-Savic; Beukema, Rrahmani, Buongiorno; Di Lorenzo, Elmas, McTominay, Olivera; Neres, Hojlund, Lang Juventus XI (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Kelly, Koopmeiners; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram (Miretti), Cambiaso; Conceiçao, Yildiz; David. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/napoli-vs-juventus-probable-lineups-a-midfield-run-off-for-spalletti/