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Pogba already better than Platini, claims Raiola The player's representative says the midfielder has the same characteristics as Zlatan Ibrahimovic and will win the Ballon d'Or more than once. Nov 25, 2014 Mino Raiola feels Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba is already a better player than Bianconeri icon Michel Platini ever was and has little doubt his client will go on to win the Fifa Ballon d'Or at some point in the future. The 21-year-old won the prestigious Golden Boy award last year as the best player in the world under the age of 21 and is one of 23 players to have made the shortlist for the 2014 Ballon d'Or and Raiola has little doubt the Frenchman is destined for greatness. "Paul is already better than Platini. He scores and acts like a playmaker. He can play as central midfielder and in the No.10 position," Pogba's agent told Radio Rai. "We are talking about a midfielder who is physically strong and tactically aware. He is a modern and complete player. I might be biased, but I'm not wrong. "Pogba has the same characteristics as [Zlatan] Ibrahimovic. Even if we are living in the era of Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo, Paul will win the Ballon d'Or more than once." The powerful midfielder has been a key figure for Juventus this season, scoring four goals in 14 appearances in all competitions.

MALMÖ FF - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, November 26th, 2014 - 8:45 PM Swedbank Stadion, Malmö Referee:‬ Pedro Proença (Portugal) Malmo-Juventus Preview: Pogba issues rallying cry The Juventus midfielder says his side have no choice but to go for the win if they are to reach the Champions League knockouts. Nov 25, 2014 Paul Pogba feels nothing other than three points will do for Juventus in their make-or-break Champions League trip to Malmo. Italian champions Juve visit Sweden on Wednesday in third place in Group A after their dramatic 3-2 win over Olympiacos last time out. That victory put Massimiliano Allegri's side level on points with the Greek team, who travel to pool leaders Atletico Madrid this week, and kept their hopes of reaching the last 16 alive. Juve have been typically dominant in Serie A this season, having dropped just five points from their 12 games so far, but have again found it tough to take that form into continental competition. However, Pogba, who scored the winning goal in the come-from-behind success over Olympiacos, believes the attitude Juve showed to battle back from 2-1 down against Michel's side will stand them in good stead for their crucial game at Swedbank Stadion. "We have no alternative, we must return from Sweden with three points," the Frenchman told Gazetta dello Sport after scoring twice to inspire Saturday's 3-0 win at Lazio. "We know in the Champions League we struggle often - there is something lacking. But against Olympiacos I saw an important spirit. "We have a good team, we can go pretty far [in the tournament], but we always need [the] concentration and continuity shown in Rome [against Lazio]. "I hope to score again - as long as it proves useful to [getting] the three points, the rest does not interest me." Juve head to Sweden in good form, having responded to their shock 1-0 defeat at Genoa late last month by winning four games in a row while scoring 15 goals in the process. Pogba has turned in several superb displays recently, and his performance at the Stadio Olimpico at the weekend was hailed by Allegri as the 21-year-old's best of the season to date. It is Carlos Tevez who will likely worry Malmo most, though, with the former Manchester City striker enjoying another prolific season. The 30-year-old has scored 11 goals in 15 games in all competitions this term - form that has earned him a long-awaited recall to the Argentina squad - and netted twice in Juve's 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture against Malmo back in September. Wednesday could see the return of Juve's Kwadwo Asamoah from a knee problem, although the game may come too soon for Angelo Ogbonna (hamstring). Malmo, meanwhile, go into the fixture knowing they need a win to stand any chance of qualifying from the pool. The Swedish champions' league season is already over, and they have not played since an extra-time Svenska Cupen win over Halmia on November 15. Age Hareide's men have struggled to make an impact in Group A and sit bottom having taken just three points from their four fixtures. Atletico claimed a 2-0 win at Swedbank Stadion last time out - and a similar outcome on Wednesday would confirm the hosts' elimination from the competition. OPTA FACTS A draw would not be enough for Malmö to retain hopes of qualification if Atletico or Olympiakos win. Juventus have failed to win in their last six matches away from home (one draw, five losses). Another away defeat would be the fifth in a row for Juventus, setting a new club record in the competition. LAST FIVE MATCHES Malmö W L L W L 11/9/14 - Malmö 2 - 2 IF Elfsborg 11/4/14 - Malmö 0 - 2 Atlético Madrid 11/1/14 - Åtvidabergs 2 - 1 Malmö 10/27/14 - Malmö 2 - 0 IF Brommapojkarna 10/22/14 - Atlético Madrid 5 - 0 Malmö Juventus W W W W L 11/22/14 - Lazio 0 - 3 Juventus 11/9/14 - Juventus 7 - 0 Parma 11/4/14 - Juventus 3 - 2 Olympiakos 11/1/14 - Empoli 0 - 2 Juventus 10/29/14 - Genoa 1 - 0 Juventus HEAD TO HEAD 9/16/14 - Juventus 2 - 0 Malmö http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/49/uefa-champions-league/group?ICID=MP_TN_166

Juventus Could Lose Asamoah For Two Months Nov 25, 2014 Juventus could be set to be without the services of Kwadwo Asamoah for up to two months as he considers a knee operation. The Ghanian last played in Juventus’ Champions League match on November 4, but has since been missing with a knee problem. According to Tuttosport, the 25-year-old has been feeling pain in his knee due to inflammation and may not make the trip to Sweden to face Malmo in the Champions League. It is thought that with Patrice Evra or Simone Padoin will take his place to face the Swedes. The Bianconeri are keen to avoid surgery, but it may be the only solution to cure the issue, in which case Asamoah will be out for around two months.

MALMÖ FF - JUVENTUS - Mercoledí, 26 Novembre 2014 - ore 20:45 Swedbank Stadion, Malmö Arbitro: Pedro Proença (Portogallo) Confronti ufficiali 1 - 1 (Champions League) Vittorie Juventus 1 - 1 (Champions League) Pareggi 0 Vittorie Malmö 0 Goals Juventus 2 - 2 (Champions League) Goals Malmö 0 Malmö - Juventus a Malmö Confronti ufficiali 0 Vittorie Juventus 0 Pareggi 0 Vittorie Malmö 0 Goals Juventus 0 Goals Malmö 0 Giocatori con più presenze e goals contro il Malmö 1 presenza Asamoah Kwadwo 1 Bonucci Leonardo 1 Buffon Gianluigi 1 Caceres Josè Martin Silva 1 Chiellini Giorgio 1 Evra Patrice 1 Giovinco Sebastian 1 Lichtsteiner Stephan 1 Llorente Fernando Javier 1 Marchisio Claudio 2 goals Tevez Carlos Ultimi confronti diretti 16.09.2014 - Champions League - Juventus-Malmö 2-0 Giocate 1 - Vittorie Juventus 1 - Pareggi 0 - Vittorie Malmö 0 - Goals Juventus 2 - Goals Malmö 0 http://hoofoot.com/?match=Juventus_2_-_0_Malmö_FF_2014_09_16 http://livefootballvideo.com/highlights/europe/uefa-champions-league/juventus-vs-malmo-ff

Arbitrerá il portoghese Pedro Proença ..... quello di Galatasaray-Juve e dei trattori. http://www.tuttosport.com/calcio/serie_a/juventus/2014/11/24-313357/Champions+Juve%2C+arbitra+Proença%3A+lo+stesso+di+Istanbul!

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MALMÖ FF - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, November 26th, 2014 - 8:45 PM Swedbank Stadion, Malmö Referee:‬ Pedro Proença (Portugal) Preview: Malmo vs. Juventus Nov 24, 2014 The dramatic 3-2 victory over Olympiacos on matchday four kept Juventus's hopes of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Champions League alive. Now, they travel to Sweden on Wednesday night in need of another win. Heading into that encounter, Massimiliano Allegri's men are level on points with second-placed Olympiacos, who travel to Atletico Madrid. The Old Lady's form away from home in Europe's premier club competition is not exactly positive, though. They are without a win from their last six encounters on the road, losing on five occasions. Uruguayan defender Martin Caceres will remain on the sidelines for this clash with a thigh problem, while there are also injury concerns over left-backs Patrice Evra and Kwandwo Asamoah. Hosting Malmo, who sit bottom of the standings on three points, have injury problems of their own, with Robin Olsen and Erik Johansson both expected to miss out with muscular complaints. When the two sides met earlier in the group campaign, Juve ran out 2-0 winners thanks to a brace of goals from Argentine striker Carlos Tevez. Malmö Form in Champions League: LWLWLL Form in all competitions: LWLLDW Possible starting lineup: Olsen; Ricardinho, Johansson, Tinnerholm, Helander; Halsti, Adu, Forsberg; Rosenberg, Eriksson, Thelin Juventus Form in Champions League: WLWLLW Form in all competitions: WLWWWW Possible starting lineup: Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Bonucci, Chiellini, Padoin; Pirlo, Vidal, Marchisio; Pogba; Llorente, Tevez Sports Mole says: 0-2 http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/49/uefa-champions-league/group?ICID=MP_TN_166

MALMÖ FF - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, November 26th, 2014 - 8:45 PM Swedbank Stadion, Malmö Referee:‬ Pedro Proença (Portugal) Allegri has Padoin fall-back Nov 24, 2014 Max Allegri is expected to face selection decisions in defence and midfield ahead of the Champions League trip to Malmo. The Bianconeri travel out to Sweden this midweek aware that a win can give them an advantage in Group A, with Atletico Madrid and Olympiacos facing each other in Spain. For the test, Tuttosport suggest that Allegri will have to wait up to 24 hours to learn if Patrice Evra and Kwadwo Asamoah are available for first-team contention. If they are not, then it is assumed that the Coach will run again with Simone Padoin at left-back, to complete the same back-line as at the weekend in Rome. From that win over Lazio, it is also speculated that Allegri faces a dilemma in choosing whether or not to reinstate Arturo Vidal into the first-team, at the expense of Roberto Pereyra. Attack, however, is most likely to see Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente maintain their positions. Probable Juventus XI to face Malmo: Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Bonucci, Chiellini; Padoin; Vidal, Pirlo, Marchisio; Pogba; Tevez, Llorente http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/49/uefa-champions-league/group?ICID=MP_TN_166

Juventus rejected Pogba offers Nov 24, 2014 Paul Pogba’s agent says Juventus turned down two offers for the midfielder this summer, and calls his client ‘the most expensive player in the world’. The Frenchman recently signed a new contract with Juventus which will see the former Manchester United man remain in Turin until 2019, and Mino Raiola says his client is happy in Turin. “Pogba is the most expensive player in the world,” Raiola told Gr Parlamento in regard to what kind of fee his client would fetch were he to leave the Bianconeri. “The relationship with Juventus is fantastic. How can I argue with Pavel Nedved? “Juventus are strong enough to keep him for a long time, and we’ve just renewed his contract until 2019. “Of course it’s hard for calcio to keep a star like that, not for the club [Juve], but for the League [serie A]. “However, Paul is happy at Juventus and doesn’t want to leave the club. “Juventus rejected two big offers this summer.”

Gianluigi Buffon shortlisted for FIFPro World XI Nov 24, 2014 Sign a contract one week, be recognized as one of the best goalkeepers in the world — again — just a couple of days later. This is the life that Juventus legend Gigi Buffon lives right now. Pretty good, if you ask me. Buffon, who just extended his contract through the 2016-17 season last Thursday, has been nominated as one of the five finalists for the FIFA FIFPro World XI 2014 —which is voted on by the players themselves and will be announced on the first day of December — as announced on Monday. Here's the full, five-goalkeeper long list, courtesy of FIFA.com: Manuel Neuer (Germany / FC Bayern München) Was last year's FIFA FIFPro World XI goalkeeper. Claudio Bravo (Chile / FC Barcelona) First nomination on the 55-man shortlist. Thibaut Courtois (Belgium / Chelsea FC) He is making his debut on the 55-man shortlist. Iker Casillas (Spain / Real Madrid CF) Was the World XI goalkeeper for five straight years (2008-2012). Gianluigi Buffon (Italy / Juventus FC) (Side note: Ikeer Casillas? Really? Has anybody actually watched him consistently over the last 12 or 18 months? If you want to know, go over to SB Nation's Real Madrid site, Managing Madrid, and ask them about how much Casillas has regressed over the last couple of season. Name recognition, holmes.) But wait, what about the little factoid about Buffon? Well, glad you asked. Was the World XI goalkeeper in 2006 and 2007. He is the only goalkeeper to appear on all ten World XI shortlists since the introduction of the award in 2005 That's consistent — and deserved — recognition, kids. Say what you want about individual awards and how much they truly mean in the big picture of things in the game today, but Buffon being recognized every year for an award voted on by his peers for a decade straight is pretty dang good. And there's a reason for it — he's still one of the best in the world. There weren't doubts about how much longer he could play following the World Cup like there was with Casillas. Nope, Buffon has just continued to be Buffon as the last few years have progressed. And as he stands two months away from his 37th birthday, it's not like he's suddenly slowing down. Buffon, despite Juve's inconsistencies at times in front of him, leads Serie A with nine shutouts this season. Not bad for a guy who's about to officially reach his late-30s. There's a reason why they call this guy 'Superman' and 'God.' He's just the G.O.A.T.

Former Juventus Star Zambrotta Airs Calciopoli Grievances Nov 24, 2014 Despite incidents taking place nearly a decade ago, Gianluca Zambrotta has re-aired his grievances on the treatment of his former team, Juventus, and their involvement in Calciopoli. The 2006 scandal recently resurged in the media spotlight due to ongoing arbitration between Juventus and Nike over a sponsorship agreement, with issues dating back to Juventus’ Calciopoli participation. Speaking with La giornalaccio rosa dello Sport, the former Juventus defender claimed there was a focus on Juventus was due to their success at the time and that they were still being scrutinised because of their continued success since. “There was controversy against the winning team,” he said, “and there still are against the same team that wins. When anything is discussed about Juventus, there is always controversy.” “Nothing has changed,” the former Juventino insisted. However, Zambrotta did not just comment on the on-going Juventus persecution complex, but he also spoke to more concrete aspects of the scandal including the use of wiretaps at the time. “Juventus have been punished for their sins. [Luciano] Moggi was the main figure to be involved and he also accepted his punishment.” Zambrotta acknowledged, referring to Juventus’s former General Manger, who resigned due to the scandal. However, the defender remained adamant that his former team deserved positive recognition for their performance at the time. “We have always given everything on the field, no one came to tell us to not argue because we would have won anyway,” he maintains. “We did not need the aid of referees, we were the strongest team and full of champions.” Zambrotta left Juventus for Barcelona in the summer of 2006, when his former team was relegated to Serie B as punishment for their part in the scandal.

Pogba: I want to be like Zidane The Frenchman has been compared to Yaya Toure and Patrick Vieira but wants to achieve the same idol status as another of his compatriots. Nov 24, 2014 Paul Pogba has revealed he wants to become as good as Zinedine Zidane, while claiming Juventus are just as big a club as reported suitors Real Madrid. The France international has been compared to Yaya Toure and Patrick Vieira in the past because of his languid style, but he says it is another compatriot whose achievements he aims to replicate, while distancing himself from a move to Spain. "Real Madrid are a great club, but so are Juventus," Pogba was quoted as saying by La giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. "I was at Manchester United before, yet I decided to come to Torino and join Juve... "I am feeling well in Italy. Everybody at Vinovo feels like family. I am only thinking about improving as a player at the moment. I hope to become like [Zinedine] Zidane." The midfielder then went on to discuss his side's Champions League ambitions and stressed that they cannot afford to drop points against Malmo on Wednesday in order to keep their chances of reaching the knockout stages alive. "We have to start by beating Malmo. We must return from Sweden with three points, there's no other option. "We realise that we have been struggling in Europe and that something is missing. But I saw something important against Olympiakos, where we showed the spirit you need in a competition like this. "We have a good team and can go pretty far, but we have to show the focus and consistency that we showed against Roma earlier this season." Juventus currently sit third in Group A with six points from four games, level on points with second-placed Olympiakos and three points behind leaders Atletico Madrid.

Nedved: ‘Juve are improving’ Nov 23, 2014 Pavel Nedved has commented on an ‘improving’ Juventus under Massimiliano Allegri, as he labels this week’s Champions League test a ‘must-win’. The Bianconeri head out to Sweden to take on Malmo in Europe on Wednesday evening eager to follow up a strong performance against Lazio on Saturday evening. “What a show, I really enjoyed it. We played really well,” club director Nedved has commented to Tuttosport in reaction to that win over his former team. “And the best thing is that we can grow further. We have to. Max is really doing a great job. An exceptional job, both from the tactical and psychological points of view. “This change in tactical approach represents an intelligent evolution and it is true that Juventus is becoming stronger thanks to this new style of game that he has adopted. “Yes, thanks to the formation being re-imagined by Max, the players can continue to improve. And that is what is happening. “In this way it is also possible to grow further in Europe, not only in Italy. We have room for improvement. “But at this point it is crucial to do well on Wednesday in Malmo. We have to win. “The Scudetto? The title race is not only between ourselves and Roma, we must also consider Napoli, but also Inter, now that Roberto is there.”

Pogba: ‘Juve now stronger’ Nov 23, 2014 Paul Pogba believes that the current iteration of Juventus is ‘stronger’, with ‘more quality’ and that they ‘attack with more men’. The Bianconeri ran out convincing 3-0 winners over Lazio at the weekend in a performance inspired by the young French midfielder. “Now we play much closer to the goal, it is much better for me,” the giornalaccio rosa dello Sport quote Pogba as saying this week. “We attack with more men and we also counter-attack. We midfielders play behind the forwards, and it is also helpful for the guys up front. “Compared to last year we are stronger, there is more quality, the team is better overall. “Yes, in Rome we have seen the best Pogba, along with an extraordinary Juventus for its intensity and play.” Now attention switches to the Champions League, where Juve face a trip to Malmo on Wednesday. “We begin again to defeat to Malmo. We have no alternative. We must return from Sweden with three points. “We know that in the Champions League we struggle a lot, there is something lacking. “Against Olympiacos, though, I saw an important spirit - like this we can play for the Cup, even if we have to be more decisive in front of goal. “We have a good team, we can go pretty far, but we always need concentration and continuity as demonstrated in Rome. “I hope to score again, as long as it proves useful towards getting the three points, the rest does not interest me.” The Frenchman also reiterated his commitment to Juventus this weekend.

LAZIO - JUVENTUS 0 - 3 Paul Pogba (24') Carlos Tévez (55') Paul Pogba (64') Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 - 8:45 PM Olimpico Stadium, Rome Referee: Antonio Damato Pogba's performance has Juve purring as Old Lady batter Lazio Nov 23, 2014 They were expected to suffer, but Juventus comprehensively defeated Lazio 3-0 on Saturday night to send a clear message to rivals Roma that the champions remain the best team in Italy. Under Antonio Conte, we witnessed the emergence of a professional and determined Juve side who were both cynical and professional. Now under the tutelage of Massimiliano Allegri, we are witnessing an evolving side that is simply breathtaking to watch when in full flow. Impeccably intelligent, Juventus are not only winning -- they are doing so with a degree of elegance rarely seen in the last few years. The 4-3-2-1 formation perfectly makes use of all the technique the Bianconeri boast within their ranks. Never have we seen a more perfect performance from Paul Pogba. Performing the complicated with complete ease, there really isn't anything the Frenchman can't do. It's remarkable how such a young player can perform at such high levels and do so with character that would embarrass veterans of the game. Speaking of veterans, Andrea Pirlo is back to his best. While we worried his tenuous relationship with Allegri would come to haunt the club, the playmaker reminded all the critics before him that he is first and foremost a professional and currently playing with a side that enjoys nothing more than the mastery of his control. This blog may seem to be more of an ode to a football club than an analytical piece on a game, but rarely have we seen such elegant brilliance from a side usually renowned for dynamic intensity. After Pogba scored Juve's first, a stunningly simply strike after Carlos Tevez demonstrated his strength and dribbling ability to run at goal before delivering the perfect pass, Lazio's heads fell. For a good 15 minutes, the Old Lady showed created numerous chances that demonstrated their intelligence. Lazio coach Stefano Pioli has attempted to address the psychological issues within this Biancocelesti side. Intelligent and capable, they are susceptible to lapses in concentration and are known for performing in fits and spurts. When they switch off, albeit momentarily, quality opponents like Juventus will take advantage of their poor positioning. After committing the errors that led to them conceding their first goal, Lazio simply broke and gave up. The Bianconeri were quicker in their reactions, more determined in their attempts to grab possession and fought intensely to control proceedings. Considering the fragility of their backline, Lazio had to know that they would concede at some point, but the will to keep fighting must exist. Pioli must better address this psychological issue and ensure his side show courage and desire to win regardless of how difficult the task at hand. Allegri deserves praise for his excellent team selection and the strategy deployed. Rather than worry about the strength of Lazio's midfield, he opted for a courageous approach and exploited the strength of his midfielders to create a dangerously attacking side. With Roberto Pereyra working between the lines, his speed and positioning created havoc for the home defence who were simply unable to cope with so many bodies. Meanwhile, Claudio Marchisio demonstrated intelligence and power to offer his side balance, not to mention the exquisite assist that led to Juve's second goal. "Il Principino" latched on to a pass and ran with speed, going past his marker while looking up, eyeing the perfect recipient for his ball. Squaring for Tevez, the Argentine dispatched a devastating strike to make it 2-0. The third arrived only 10 minutes later when Pereyra acted quickly between the lines to release Pogba and ensure Juve's third. Lazio's slow reaction and unwillingness to neutralise the strength of Juve's midfielders through the middle made it all seem rather easy. However, only a few minutes later, the Old Lady went down to 10 men; Simone Padoin had committed another foul to receive a second yellow. It was perhaps a harsh decision but Allegri's men -- who some accuse of not being as intense -- showed great maturity to continue when forced to play with a man down. The Juve coach even decided to hand youngster Federico Mattiello another opportunity to show off his technique and the Bianconeri youth product nearly scored an outrageous goal to demonstrate his confidence. Allegri is not only attempting to incorporate the talents from the youth academy but he has made Juventus his own. This is no longer Conte's side but Allegri's team, one that has displayed its tactical evolvement, making the most of its players' technique and playing a game that is not only courageous and strong but wonderfully elegant. If Juventus can play like this in the Champions League, it's difficult to imagine a defeat. Whether they can overcome their psychological issues remains to be seen, but with the Christmas tree formation, they have a better chance of realising their European ambitions. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Allegri decorates the Juve tree Just as Antonio Conte moulded his team to the players, Max Allegri has changed system to suit his stars, argues Susy Campanale. Nov 23, 2014 When Massimiliano Allegri took over from Antonio Conte just three days into pre-season training, changes were always going to be gradual, yet inevitable. Allegri had never really used three at the back and the previous Coach had already faced pressure to drop that tactic in Europe anyway. Now Juventus have organically moved into the next stage of their process and can thank the injury crisis for that smooth transition. Let’s not forget that Conte had been famous for adopting a 4-2-4 system when he first joined Juve. He moved to three because it irked him to leave out any of his excellent midfield options. The team only played Serie A and Coppa Italia fixtures that first year, so squad rotation wasn’t really any consolation for those on the bench. Arturo Vidal was so spectacular in his debut Serie A campaign that he had to be used, as did Andrea Pirlo and the versatile Claudio Marchisio. Meanwhile, he had three excellent centre-backs and the world’s best goalkeeper, so 3-5-2 made perfect sense. A year later Paul Pogba came along from Manchester United and the teenager developed far quicker than anyone expected, demanding a place in the starting XI. This isn’t the same side as in 2011. Andrea Barzagli is permanently injured, Buffon not as quick in the save as he used to be and Vidal’s persistent knee problems left him a shadow of his usual self. Add in more defensive injuries for a centre-back shortage and the fact Carlos Tevez loves to get a run-up at the terrified opposition and you have the ideal circumstances for a 4-3-2-1. It may only be November, but this is the season for Allegri to put up the Christmas Tree. Since adopting the new system, Juve have scored 13 goals and conceded only two. Tevez has found a new lease of life, an Argentina recall after three years and by his own admission this is the best form of his career. Pogba is gaining more and more confidence without having to share space with Vidal and combines brilliantly with the Apache. I can’t help but feel when Alvaro Morata settles completely and replaces Fernando Llorente, this side could be just about unstoppable. It’s also safe to say the Old Lady missed the ideal moment to sell Vidal to Manchester United. Here’s hoping the Christmas Tree was put up in time to ensure Juventus still have Champions League football after New Year’s.

Tevez delighted with goalscoring run for Juventus The Argentina star, who was recently recalled to the national side on the back of his performances at club level, revealed his delight after scoring his 11th goal of the season. Nov 23, 2014 Juventus striker Carlos Tevez believes he is in "the best form of his career" after netting his 11th goal of the season against Lazio on Saturday. The Serie A leaders beat the Biancocelesti 3-0 at the Stadio Olimpico with Tevez's second-half strike sandwiched between a brace from Paul Pogba. The 30-year-old's strike moved him to the top of Italy's goalscoring charts and the former Manchester United and Manchester City player admitted after the game that he couldn't be happier. “I am at a great club, I am happy playing my football and I am giving my all on the field," he told reporters. "I do agree, this is the best form of my career.” Tevez recently ended his three-year exile from the Argentina team as was delighted that Juventus avoided any repeat of the slip that followed the last international break, when they drew at Sassuolo. “I expected this performance, although it was the first game after the international break and we couldn’t afford to get this wrong after last time,” he told Sky Sport Italia. With Juventus three points clear in Serie A, their attention now turns to the Champions League, with their progress to the knockout stages less certain in a tough group containing Olympiakos and Atletico Madrid. "First we need to play Malmo, then we’ll see where we are," he continued. "We have to play the same way we did against Parma and Lazio, as with that level of performance it’s tough for us to lose.”

LAZIO - JUVENTUS 0 - 3 Paul Pogba (24') Carlos Tévez (55') Paul Pogba (64') Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 - 8:45 PM Olimpico Stadium, Rome Referee: Antonio Damato Lazio vs. Juventus: Winners and Losers from Serie A Game Nov 23, 2014 When it comes to a club’s view of breaks for international football, timing is everything. Having been beaten by an otherwise struggling Empoli, Lazio would have appreciated the most recent pause to domestic action. The two-week wait for their next match allowed coach Stefano Pioli to rally his troops and prepare thoroughly for their next league fixture. Clashes with Juventus have not been favourable for the Biancocelesti in recent times, their last victory coming in December 2003. For their part, Massimiliano Allegri’s dominant Bianconeri could be forgiven for cursing the fortnight they have had to endure. Having comprehensively dispatched Parma in their last game—reviewed here—before the break, Juventus may have feared a loss of momentum as their players travelled to represent their national teams. However, the reigning Serie A champions have been fortunate to recover a number of injured players during that period, with Andrea Pirlo among those returning to the lineup on Saturday. They proved simply too good for Lazio, running out 3-0 winners despite a harsh red card for Simone Padoin. Over the following pages is a look at the winners and losers from this encounter, taking a closer look at the best and worst performances at the Stadio Olimpico. Winner: Paul Pogba (Juventus) Having recently signed a new contract with Juventus, Paul Pogba once again served up a reminder of his phenomenal talent. The midfielder turned in the latest in a string of dominant displays in what Allegri told Sky Italia was "his best match of the season," (h/t Gianluca Di Marzio). The 21-year-old netted twice against Lazio, each showcasing a different aspect of his talent. Having scored first following a lung-bursting box-to-box run, he calmly slotted away the second with a deft finish. Winner: Carlos Tevez (Juventus) Arguably the peninsula's most in-form player, Carlos Tevez registered a goal and an assist to see off Lazio. The Argentinean striker set up Pogba's opening goal with a wonderful pass, switching play from left to right at the perfect moment. Shortly after full time, Tevez discussed his recent performances and just how well he is playing for the Bianconeri. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia he said (h/t Football Italia): "I am at a great club, I am happy playing my football and I am giving my all on the field. I do agree, this is the best form of my career." Winner: Roberto Pereyra (Juventus) While the first two men will rightly steal the headlines, Roberto Pereyra was equally essential to Juve's victory. The versatile Argentinean provided a vital link between midfield and attack, laying on Pogba's second goal with a neat assist. Stats site WhoScored.com shows he made two tackles and one interception, helping to protect the new-look back four. Winner: Federico Mattiello (Juventus) Having made his debut in the 7-0 victory over Parma, Federico Mattiello made his second Juventus appearance on Saturday evening. Brought on following Simone Padoin's dismissal, the youngster helped secure victory with a solid display. His introduction at such a delicate stage of the match was also a huge vote of confidence from Allegri. Mattiello almost added his name to the scoresheet, forcing a good save from Lazio goalkeeper Federico Marchetti. Loser: Lorik Cana (Lazio) While the result of the match was testament to Juve's all-round quality, Lorik Cana hardly helped the Lazio cause. Directly at fault for the counter-attack which led to the game's second goal, the 31-year-old appeared to struggle throughout the 90 minutes. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Pogba: 'I want long Juve career' Nov 23, 2014 Paul Pogba shrugged off Real Madrid transfer speculation to insist “I am happy at Juventus and hope to stay for a long time.” The 21-year-old French midfielder bagged a brace in last night’s 3-0 victory away to Lazio, which restored Juve’s three-point lead at the top of the table. “This was my best game of the season and I hope to continue like this,” he told reporters after the game. “I just want to learn and improve so that I can become the best one day.” Pogba has been repeatedly linked with the likes of Real Madrid, Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Manchester City and even a return to Manchester United. “Real Madrid are a great club, but I am very happy at Juve and want to continue these performances. I hope to stay here for a long time. It’s flattering to hear so much transfer speculation, but I play for Juve and I am happy to wear the Bianconeri jersey. “Why did Manchester United let me go? You’d have to ask them. I was a free agent and I chose to come here, now I am happy. “Everyone in the locker room treats me like a little brother and I kid around with everyone. Gigi Buffon told me something before kick-off that I cannot repeat in front of the cameras!” The attention now turns to Wednesday’s Champions League trip to Malmoe. “We have a great team and can go far in this competition. We must remain concentrated and continue to work the way we did against Lazio.”

Beh certo, mica mi sono offeso.

Non mi dire, Verza, che non hai riconosciuto Giuseppe Furino? Lui, Giovanni Ferrari e Virginio Rosetta sono gli unici giocatori ad aver vinto ben 8 scudetti. Furino, grande capitano della Juve anni '70/'80 li vinse tutti con la maglia della Juve, gli altri due anche ma non solo con la maglia della Juve.

Bravo Furetto, benvenuto. Mi ricordo ancora le bellissime maglie della Juve con il mio nome sulla schiena che mi hai fatto qualche anno fa e che misi in firma.

Ho trovato la notizia in inglese, in italiano é sulla giornalaccio rosa. Se la vuoi leggere in inglese ecco il link. http://forzaitalianfootball.com/2014/11/former-juventus-star-zambrotta-airs-calciopoli-grievances/?

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