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MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Poli: Pazzini can be Milan matchwinner With Mario Balotelli absent through injury, the Italy international believes the striker can fire the Rossoneri past Juventus this weekend. Mar 1, 2014 AC Milan midfielder Andrea Poli believes striker Giampaolo Pazzini can inspire his side victory over Juventus on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ The Rossoneri have endured a disappointing season so far, lying ninth in Serie A after 25 games, while Juve sit nine points clear at the top over Roma and look to be closing in on their third straight league title. But Poli believes that, in the probable absence of the injured Mario Balotelli, his fellow ex-Sampdoria star can step up and upset the reigning champions at San Siro. "I say Pazzini," Poli told La giornalaccio rosa dello Sport when asked who could fire Milan past Juve this weekend. "He, like Balotelli, can always make a difference. http://markting10.nl/ "Juve have dominated the league in the last two-and-a-half years, but the points count only up to a certain point. Last year I beat them with Sampdoria, both home and away. We will try to win." The 24-year-old also reserved special praise for new boss Clarence Seedorf, who he says is unlike anyone else under whom he’s worked due to the way he man manages his players. http://markting10.nl/ "Seedorf focuses a lot on psychology," he said. "It’s the first time I’ve experienced that from a coach. "He places a lot of importance on dialogue with the individual, which is crucial because it creates a better communication. Allegri was different, he spoke less." http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida MATCH PREVIEW Mar 1, 2014 More accustomed to competing for top honours, Milan host Juventus at San Siro on Sunday with a very different agenda. http://markting10.nl/ Currently lying in ninth place with 35 points - a mammoth 31 adrift of League-leaders Juve - the Rossoneri have seen an upturn in fortunes since Clarence Seedorf replaced previous Coach Massimiliano Allegri in mid-January. Having recorded four wins, one draw and one loss in their last six games, they now lie just five points from city rivals Inter, who occupy the final European spot in fifth position. The Diavolo’s participation in the Champions League is hanging by a thread despite their positive showing against Atletico Madrid last week, and they displayed great resilience to bounce back in time for Week 25’s away trip to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, as they defeated Sampdoria 2-0, and put in a performance which exemplified the side’s new found identity and consistency under their rookie tactician. January loan signings Adel Taarabt and Adil Rami were the best players in black and red, and both got on the score sheet either side of the interval to lead Milan to their second consecutive victory - the first time they have managed to string together two wins all season. http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf’s arrival has undoubtedly given the club increased impetus, but even as the Rossoneri welcome back Mattia De Sciglio, Mario Balotelli, Robinho and Valter Birsa from the treatment room, they may be hard pressed to conquer the champions of Italy. Juventus are at a distinct disadvantage though, as their ongoing Europa League commitments will see them playing five games in just 16 days, with the second leg of their Round of 32 tie against Trabzonspor having taken place just three days before the clash with Milan. Adding to this, the Bianconeri should face an intimidating atmosphere at San Siro when they come to visit, even if they arrive on the back of an imperious run of 17 games unbeaten, and have only fallen to defeat once in the League this season. http://markting10.nl/ The Piedmont-based outfit’s latest taste of victory came at home against an in-form Torino, courtesy of a sumptuous first half strike from Carlos Tevez, as they overcame the Granata 1-0 in the season’s second Derby della Mole. Juve will have to do without key midfielder Arturo Vidal, who is serving a one match suspension, although Kwadwo Asamoah could make a return from a thigh injury to feature in the game, as the Old Lady attempt to continue their seemingly unstoppable surge towards a third straight Scudetto. http://markting10.nl/ Keep an eye on: Adel Taarabt (Milan) – The 24-year-old January arrival from QPR has been somewhat of a revelation at Milanello since he swapped the English Championship for the Italian Serie A, leading the Rossoneri to seriously consider taking up their option of signing him permanently. After scoring just eight minutes into his debut against Napoli, he carried his blistering form into subsequent matches, putting in energetic, all action displays full of guile, finding the back of the net against Sampdoria last week to make it two goals in just three League appearances. The talented Moroccan clearly realises the chance he has been given, and is well and truly grabbing it with both hands. Form Guide: Milan (W D L W W) Juventus (D W D W W) Last season: Milan 1-0 Juventus Stat fact: The 6-1 drubbing Juventus inflicted on the Rossoneri during the 1996-97 season is the highest scoring edition of this fixture in the last 50 years, when goals from Christian Vieri and Zinedine Zidane, amongst others, delivered a devastating away victory which many Juventini probably recall fondly to this day. http://markting10.nl/ MILAN (probable): Ameila; Emanuelson, Rami, Mexes, De Sciglio; Montolivo, De Jong, Kaka, Taarabt, Honda; Balotelli JUVENTUS (probable): Buffon; Chiellini, Bonucci, Barzagli; Asamoah, Marchisio, Pogba, Lichtsteiner, Pirlo; Llorente, Tevez http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida AC Milan-Juventus Preview: Balotelli doubtful as Seedorf faces biggest test yet The attacker trained away from the rest of the team on Friday, while the Dutchman faces his toughest assignment yet as Rossoneri coach. Mar 1, 2014 AC Milan face a stern test to maintain their mini-revival under Clarence Seedorf on Sunday when Serie A leaders Juventus visit San Siro. http://markting10.nl/ Under the stewardship of the Dutchman, the Rossoneri have played six league matches, winning four and losing just once in a 3-1 reverse at Napoli. Despite the upturn in fortunes, a massive 31-point gap separates Milan, who have endured a disappointing campaign on the whole and sit ninth, from the Bianconeri. In what has traditionally been a match that has helped determine the destination of the Serie A title, Juve will start as strong favourites having not been beaten in the league since October, a run that spans 17 matches. http://markting10.nl/ Milan have serious doubts over the fitness of striker Mario Balotelli, who picked up a shoulder injury in the recent Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. The Italy international trained separately from the rest of the squad on Friday. Stephan El Shaarawy is still absent, as well as goalkeeper Christian Abbiati. Juve are without influential midfielder Arturo Vidal who will sit out the match through suspension. Defender Giorgio Chiellini is also likely to miss the clash as is wide player Kwadwo Asamoah. http://markting10.nl/ They are, however, able to call on one of the league's deadliest partnerships in the form of Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente. The duo have claimed 24 league goals between them this season and were rested for Juventus' midweek 2-0 victory at Trabzonspor in the Europa League. http://markting10.nl/ Tevez and Llorente can therefore expect to be fresh and ready, along with influential midfielder Paul Pogba, who was withdrawn in the first half on Thursday once Juventus had effectively confirmed their progression to the last-16. Pablo Osvaldo is another forward option for Conte, with the on-loan Southampton man having bagged his second goal for the club against Trabzonspor. http://markting10.nl/ Head to Head Serie A - Oct 6, 2013 - Juventus 3 - 2 AC Milan Serie A ‎- Apr 21, 2013 - Juventus 1 - 0 AC Milan Coppa Italia - Jan 9, 2013 - Juventus 2 - 1 AC Milan Serie A -‎ Nov 25, 2012 - AC Milan 1 - 0 Juventus Coppa Italia ‎-‎ Mar 20, 2012 - Juventus 2 - 2 AC Milan Last Five Matches AC MILAN Feb 23, 2014 - Sampdoria 0 - 2 AC Milan - Serie A Feb 19, 2014 - AC Milan 0 - 1 Atletico Madrid - UCL Feb 14, 2014 - AC Milan 1 - 0 Bologna - Serie A Feb 8, 2014 - SSC Napoli 3 - 1 AC Milan - Serie A Feb 1, 2014 - AC Milan 1 - 1 Torino - Serie A JUVENTUS Feb 27, 2014 - Trabzonspor AŞ 0 - 2 Juventus - EL Feb 23, 2014 - Juventus 1 - 0 Torino - Serie A Feb 20, 2014 - Juventus 2 - 0 Trabzonspor AŞ - EL Feb 16, 2014 - Juventus 3 - 1 Chievo - Serie A Feb 9, 2014 - Hellas Verona 2 - 2 Juventus - Serie A http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Serie A - 7^ Giornata - Ritorno - 2-3-2014 (ore 20:45) - Stadio Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro)- Milano Arbitro: Marco Guida Confronti ufficiali 213 - 157 (Serie A) - 22 (Coppa Italia) - 32 (Campionato a gironi) - 1 (Champions League) - 1 (Supercoppa italiana) Vittorie Juventus 76 - 55 (Serie A) - 8 (Coppa Italia) - 13 (Campionato a gironi) Pareggi 72 - 54 (Serie A) - 7 (Coppa Italia) - 9 (Campionato a gironi) - 1 (Champions League) - 1 (Supercoppa italiana) Vittorie Milan 65 - 48 (Serie A) - 7 (Coppa Italia) - 10 (Campionato a gironi) Goals Juventus 299 - 216 (Serie A) - 26 (Coppa Italia) - 56 (Campionato a gironi) - 1 (Supercoppa italiana) Goals Milan 286 - 209 (Serie A) - 26 (Coppa Italia) - 50 (Campionato a gironi) - 1 (Supercoppa italiana) Milan - Juventus Serie A a Milano Confronti ufficiali 78 Vittorie Juventus 18 (L'ultima il 30.10.2010, 1-2) Pareggi 33 (L'ultimo il 25.02.2012, 1-1) Vittorie Milan 27 (L'ultima il 25.11.2012, 1-0) Goals Juventus 92 Goals Milan 112 Giocatori con più presenze e goals contro il Milan a Milano 13 presenze Boniperti Giampiero 12 Del Piero Alessandro 12 Furino Giuseppe 11 Bettega Roberto 11 Salvadore Sandro 11 Scirea Gaetano 10 Leoncini Gianfranco 10 Varglien I Mario 9 Buffon Gianluigi 9 Causio Franco 9 Foni Alfredo 5 goals Bettega Roberto 4 Boniperti Giampiero 4 Borel II Felice Placido 3 Anastasi Pietro 3 Del Piero Alessandro 3 Gabetto Guglielmo 3 Sivori Omar Enrique 3 Trezeguet David Sergio 2 Baggio Roberto 2 Bellini Savino 2 Jugovic Vladimir Ultimi confronti diretti 30.10.2010 Serie A Milan-Juventus 1-2 05.03.2011 Serie A Juventus-Milan 0-1 02.10.2011 Serie A Juventus-Milan 2-0 08.02.2012 Coppa Italia Milan-Juventus 1-2 25.02.2012 Serie A Milan-Juventus 1-1 20.03.2012 Coppa Italia Juventus-Milan 2-2 25.11.2012 Serie A Milan-Juventus 1-0 09.01.2013 Coppa Italia Juventus-Milan 2-1 21.04.2013 Serie A Juventus-Milan 1-0 06.10.2013 Serie A Juventus-Milan 3-2 Giocate 10 - Vittorie Juventus 6 - Pareggi 2 - Vittorie Milan 2 - Goals Juventus 15 - Goals Milan 10

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida AC Milan v Juventus – Team News, Tactics, Line-ups And Prediction Mar 1, 2014 AC Milan will be looking to continue their revival under Seedorf as they welcome the reigning Serie A champions to San Siro this weekend. Having won four out of six matches so far, Seedorf will surely be looking to extend his run and climb up the table. http://markting10.nl/ Juventus, on the other hand, have been an unstoppable machine for the past couple of seasons. Under Conte, they have been a totally different side and their Scudetto victories only proves that point. After a relatively slow start to this season, Juventus have rightfully reclaimed their top spot in the peninsula. Team News and Tactical Brief MILAN Milan will be missing the likes of El Shaarawy, Cristante, Silvestre, Abbiati, Balotelli and Zapata for this match due to injury and Muntari due to suspension. The latest addition to this long injury list is Balotelli, who injured his shoulder in the UEFA Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid. http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf has experimented with the Milan set-up after his arrival but has more or less favored the 4-2-3-1 formation with two holding players in the middle of the park. However, even with two central enforcers, Milan have struggled when it has come to performing their defensive duties this season. Under Seedorf, Milan have been a different attacking side, but their defensive lapses have cost them on many occasions. Currently, Milan have kept two successive clean sheets, but against Juventus, they are sure to concede given their defensive frailties. The absence of Muntari opens up one holding midfielder spot in the starting line-up. Seedorf will field a 4-2-3-1 formation with Amelia under the bar. In the absence of few key players, some due to suspension, others due to injury, Seedorf has the chance to try out new faces both in midfield and attack. The back line will be formed by De Sciglio on the right, Emanuelson on the left, with Bonera and Rami forming the central defensive pair. The two holding midfielders for this match will be Montolivo and Essien. http://markting10.nl/ The midfield will be formed by the trio of Poli on the right, Taarabt on the left with Kaka playing through the center. In all likeliness, neither Honda nor Robinho will start this match. In the absence of Balotelli, Pazzini will feature as the lone striker, although he will be wearing a protective mask. Probable Starting Line-up (4-2-3-1): Amelia(GK); De Sciglio, Bonera, Rami, Emanuelson; Montolivo, Essien; Poli, Kaka, Taarabt; Pazzini http://markting10.nl/ JUVENTUS Juventus will miss the services of Asamoah, Chiellini, Vucinic and Pepe for this match due to injury and Vidal due to suspension. After a relatively slow start when Roma were running crazy with the rest of the Serie A teams, Juventus has slowly and silently taken the top position. With their Champions League dreams lying in shatters at least for this season, they have been quite strong in the Europa League, as was seen from their recent encounter against Trabzonspor. Conte has been in the news recently, but it must be said that no matter what he says, his team is still the champion of Italy and is still the team to beat in the peninsula. Juventus are very strong in shooting from direct free kicks, finishing scoring chances and attacking down the wings. In addition to all these, they have wonderful individuals who can create chances via through balls or individual skills. Playing a short passing game, Juventus often tries to play inside the opposition half, mainly playing through the middle of the park. However, they are weak in aerial duels and sometimes they commit far too many individual errors. Juventus are extremely strong in the attacking department, and although they are equally adept defensively, Milan will not sit back in this match. http://markting10.nl/ Juventus will deploy a 3-5-2 formation for this match with Buffon in goal. The defense line sees Barzagli on the right, Caceres on the left with Bonucci playing through the center. The midfield will be formed by Lichtsteiner and Marchisio on the right, Pogba and Peluso on the left with Pirlo acting as the midfield anchor-cum-deep-lying play-maker. Marchisio played in the ‘Pirlo role’ sometime back and it can be expected that he will drop down a bit deeper once the match progresses. The forward line is formed by Llorente and Tevez. Probable Starting Line-up (3-5-2): Buffon(GK); Barzagli, Bonucci, Caceres; Lichtsteiner, Marchisio, Pirlo, Pogba, Peluso; Llorente, Tevez http://markting10.nl/ Player to Watch Out For Adel Taarabt (Milan) Arrival on loan from QPR, Taarabt made his mark at Milan from the word go. Not only has heTaarabt scored goals, but also provided for his teammates. His tireless running and trickery have been admired by the San Siro faithful and according to the player, he wants to show his best in the coming months so that Milan will sign him permanently come this summer. Not only is he flamboyant, as he showed against Napoli, his flair and footballing instincts too have been standout features so far. And that is one of the main reasons he has featured for Milan so much since his arrival in January. So far, Taarabt has played on the left and also on the right, but according to the player, he would prefer to play through the middle, right behind the striker. However, he does tend to go over the top – a feature disliked by his previous managers as well as fans. Milan will be hoping that he will perform big in the coming months, and thereby take some pressure off Balotelli. http://markting10.nl/ Prediction Milan 1 – 1 Juventus Milan need points from this match to prove that they are indeed improving under their new coach, Seedorf. After dishing out probably one of their best performance of this season against Sampdoria, Milan will be on the lookout to take the game to the reigning champions. Juventus, on the other hand, will surely be looking to take all three points on offer and increase their lead at the top of the Serie A table. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida How Juventus Will Line Up Against Milan Mar 1, 2014 Juve enter Sunday's big clash with Milan on the back of a superb performance in Turkey against Trabzonspor, winning 2-0, despite already leading the tie 2-0 from the first leg. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri may enter the clash at the San Siro with their lead at the top of Serie A cut to just three points, as Roma face Inter on Saturday. The team was rotated somewhat on Thursday, meaning the impact of having just three days of rest before facing the Rossoneri, who did not have a midweek match, could be negated. Paul Pogba was substituted after 37 minutes, and Andrea Pirlo made a second-half appearance as a substitute to keep his fitness ticking over. http://markting10.nl/ Claudio Marchisio is getting in a rhythm too, and will be a fine replacement for the suspended Arturo Vidal. Dani Osvaldo and Sebastian Giovinco impressed on Thursday, demonstrating great chemistry after originally playing together for the Italy under-21s. But it will surely not be enough for Antonio Conte to consider dropping either Carlos Tevez or Fernando Llorente—at least at this stage. Should the pair continue to apply pressure by scoring goals, there may be a decision later in the season to be made. http://markting10.nl/ Mauricio Isla did excellently on the right, but Stephan Lichtsteiner is one of Conte's most trusted players, and the Chilean will continue to be used sparingly whenever the Swiss international requires a rest. Federico Peluso was less impressive and even if Kwadwo Asamoah fails to recover from the injury that kept him out of the Europa League match this week, Conte will probably opt for either Martin Caceres or Angelo Ogbonna. Whoever does not start on the left between the Uruguayan and the Italian internationals could complete the back three with Leonardo Bonucci and the recovering Andrea Barzagli—with Giorgio Chiellini set to miss out again from a lack of match fitness after his most recent injury. http://markting10.nl/ It is the third leg of a tough week for the Bianconeri, who faced Torino in the Derby della Mole, a hostile trip to Trabzon and now a dangerous league match against Milan—who may rise to the occasion, despite their league position. The Giallorossi will be hoping that Clarence Seedorf's men can cause an upset and preserve some sort of title race, but if Juve can overcome this one, then the third successive title will almost certainly be theirs. Expected line-up: Gianluigi Buffon; Leonardo Bonucci, Andrea Barzagli, Angelo Ogbonna; Stephan Lichtsteiner, Claudio Marchisio, Paul Pogba, Andrea Pirlo, Martin Caceres; Carlos Tevez, Fernando Llorente. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Llorente: 'Milan-Juve a key moment' Mar 1, 2014 Fernando Llorente believes tomorrow night’s trip to Milan is “a key moment” in the Scudetto race for Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ It kicks off at San Siro on Sunday at 20.45 CET. “We do not fear anybody and are going to San Siro in order to win, even if Milan are improving under Clarence Seedorf,” the Spaniard told SportMediaset. “We know how important this game is, as it’s a key moment for the Scudetto. It’s true Milan are a good team, but we have no concerns. http://markting10.nl/ “The objective is to win the title and for that winning at San Siro is fundamental. We are the team to beat and it won’t be easy for anyone.” Llorente has been won over by Bianconeri boss Antonio Conte since joining as a free agent from Athletic Bilbao last summer. “I am happy to have him as a Coach. I needed to work very hard at the start to assimilate the playing style of the team, but that was the way it had to be. http://markting10.nl/ “I learned so much with Conte and he really surprised me.” Despite 12 goals in 29 official club appearances this season, the 29-year-old did not receive a call-up for Spain’s friendly against Italy next Wednesday. “There’s a long way to go before the World Cup. I have to think about doing well with Juventus, which right now is the most important thing.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Milan squad for Juventus Mar 1, 2014 Mattia De Sciglio, Giampaolo Pazzini and Robinho are available, but Mario Balotelli misses Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ The two teams go head-to-head on Sunday at 20.45 CET. Christian Abbiati and Daniele Bonera return after suffering from flu, while De Sciglio has recovered from a sprained ankle sustained against Atletico Madrid. Balotelli hurt his shoulder in an awkward fall during that Champions League tie and is still not fit enough to play, so left the Milanello training ground today. http://markting10.nl/ Sulley Muntari sits out a ban, while Stephan El Shaarawy and Bryan Cristante are injured. Also included despite not being 100 per cent fit are Urby Emanuelson, Valter Birsa and Robinho. Milan squad for Juventus: Abbiati, Amelia, Gabriel, Abate, Bonera, Constant, De Sciglio, Mexes, Rami, Zaccardo, Birsa, Emanuelson, Essien, De Jong, Honda, Kaka, Montolivo, Poli, Saponara, Taarabt, Pazzini, Petagna, Robinho http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Juventus squad for Milan Mar 1, 2014 Giorgio Chiellini is back in the Juventus squad to face Milan on Sunday, but Arturo Vidal is suspended. http://markting10.nl/ It kicks off at San Siro tomorrow at 20.45 CET. Chiellini missed Thursday’s 2-0 Europa League victory at Trabzonspor, but is in the list of 21 players making the journey to Milan. Kwadwo Asamoah also passed a late fitness test. http://markting10.nl/ Vidal sits out a one-match ban, while Mirko Vucinic and Simone Pepe are sidelined. Juventus squad for Milan: Buffon, Chiellini, Caceres, Ogbonna, Pogba, Marchisio, Tevez, Giovinco, Peluso, Llorente, Barzagli, Osvaldo, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Asamoah, Lichtsteiner, Quagliarella, Storari, Isla, Rubinho http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Balotelli out of Milan-Juventus Mar 1, 2014 Mario Balotelli is out of Milan’s game with Juventus, as he still hasn’t recovered from a shoulder injury. http://markting10.nl/ The striker picked up the problem during the 1-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. He had resumed training and was hoping to make his comeback on Sunday evening against the Bianconeri. http://markting10.nl/ However, Balotelli was spotted leaving the Milanello training ground, meaning he will not be in the squad. It kicks off at 20.45 CET on Sunday. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Seedorf: 'Milan-Juve an opportunity' Mar 1, 2014 Clarence Seedorf praised Antonio Conte and Juventus, but sees this game as “an opportunity” for Milan. http://markting10.nl/ It kicks off on Sunday at 20.45 CET. The Dutchman has faced Juve many times in his playing career, but this will be his first as a Coach. “We will have a packed San Siro behind us, just as we did against Atletico Madrid. The lads really need it,” he said in his Press conference. http://markting10.nl/ Mario Balotelli remains in doubt after sustaining a shoulder injury in the 1-0 Champions League defeat to Atleti. “It is also important to have all the players at my disposal, as everyone trained regularly apart from Balotelli and Giampaolo Pazzini. Balo needs to be examined today, while Mattia De Sciglio and Pazzini are available, albeit with a bit of pain. “Pazzini is more experienced than Balotelli and is already a complete player, whereas Mario is still learning. Giampaolo’s motivation is a guarantee.” http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf was asked whether this showdown with leaders Juventus represents a test of Milan’s maturity. “I think the trip to Sampdoria was more than this game. Samp were unbeaten at home in 10 games, whereas against Juve it is an opportunity. “This is my first Milan-Juve as a Coach. I feel honoured and privileged to experience it at such a young age. For the team this is the chance to put in a great performance, build confidence and help us face the rest of the season in the best way. http://markting10.nl/ “Antonio Conte has done a great job and I tip my hat to him. Since winning the title in the first season, Juventus have only improved. When you win the self-confidence grows and players get more accustomed to working together. “I have never worked with Conte, but he certainly helped to renew Italian football. I consider him a very positive influence, like Vincenzo Montella at Fiorentina. I still have everything to prove and am trying to learn quickly. “Serie A is the toughest League in the world precisely because every Coach is well-drilled in tactics. In terms of players the level of individual stars might’ve dropped because the money migrated elsewhere, but it’s still a very high level.” http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf confirmed it is “very probable” Andrea Poli will start tomorrow evening, but shrugged off questions about referees or the infamous Sulley Muntari phantom goal that wasn’t awarded in Milan-Juve. “Muntari’s goal? I don’t remember anything about that. I don’t want to cause controversy, but I share Montella’s comment that we must all try to be united. Controversy is a headache. We should have technology to help referees, who in Italy are very good, but until we do then we’re always going to have these debates.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Vidal: 'Marchisio does it all' Mar 1, 2014 Arturo Vidal praised Juventus teammate Claudio Marchisio and said he could “do anything in midfield.” AMAZONIAN The Chilean is suspended for Sunday night’s showdown with Milan, so Marchisio is set to take his place after filling in for Andrea Pirlo against Trabzonspor. “Marchisio is proving he can move very well as a deep-lying playmaker,” Vidal told Tuttosport. “After all, we already knew Claudio can do anything in midfield. He can be the inside line pushing forward or the man who sets the tempo.” AMAZONIAN There are also reports this recent upturn in form and rediscovered versatility will earn Marchisio a new contract. He had been ready to leave Juve for more playing time with Manchester United interested, but could be awarded a new deal until June 2018. AMAZONIAN Vidal is no stranger to transfer gossip either, as Barcelona, Manchester United, Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are among those interested. “I thank anyone who thinks about me, but I am ever more determined to continue my path in this team. I have only one objective: to work day by day and contribute to the success of Juventus.”

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Barzagli ready for Milan and Fiorentina Mar 1, 2014 Andrea Barzagli acknowledges Juventus have a tough time ahead of them against Milan and Europa opponents Fiorentina. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri visit San Siro in Serie A on Sunday evening. “Am I ready to face Mario Balotelli? Of course, I’m ready for him and all of Milan, as it will be a difficult game all over the pitch,” the defender told Sky Sport Italia. “Milan are a fearsome prospect on their own turf. We will both want to win the game, but we must focus only on ourselves.” http://markting10.nl/ Juventus are fresh from a 2-0 victory away to Trabzonspor on Thursday, which set up an intriguing Europa League Round of 16 clash with Fiorentina. “Those two legs will certainly be fascinating. It’s just a shame to be meeting another Italian team at this stage, as I’d have preferred both of us to progress a bit further,” continued Barzagli. “The cities and the fans care a great deal about this match. We know each other well and will do our best to win. Naturally, I hope we can go through.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Chiellini unlikely to start against Milan Feb 28, 2014 Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini may not be fit enough to face Milan on Sunday evening, according to reports. http://markting10.nl/ The Milan Channel claim that the centre-back, who was a substitute in the Bianconeri’s win over Trabzonspor on Thursday, may not be back in time for the game this weekend. Coach Antonio Conte will decide over the next 36 hours whether to risk starting the Italy international at San Siro. http://markting10.nl/ Should the tactician deem Chiellini not fit however, Angelo Ogbonna is expected to start in the backline. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Balotelli ‘a serious doubt’ Feb 28, 2014 CalcioNews24 have described Mario Balotelli as a ‘serious doubt’ to be fit for Milan’s match with Juventus on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ According to reports on the Rossoneri’s official website, the 23-year-old is again not training with the rest of the squad at the club’s Milanello base. Instead, he is said to be doing gym work along with Cristian Zapata and Matias Silvestre. http://markting10.nl/ The Azzurri international was forced off during Milan’s Champions League game with Atletico Madrid and did not feature in their win at Sampdoria last weekend. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Rami ‘not scared’ of Juve Feb 28, 2014 Milan defender Adil Rami says his side do not fear Juventus ahead of the Serie A meeting between the sides. http://markting10.nl/ The Rossoneri currently sit in ninth place in the table but the Frenchman is convinced Clarence Seedorf’s men can spring a surprise come Sunday. “I think we can do well against the Bianconeri,” Rami told Sportsmediaset. “We have changed our mentality and now we have more belief in ourselves. http://markting10.nl/ “If we play the right way on Sunday we can win. “I want to become a better player under Clarence Seedorf. “I’m the same as I’ve always been since I arrived at the club. http://markting10.nl/ “I always work hard, try to be polite and have faith in what I am doing. “Football will bring you up and knock you down before bringing you back up again.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Bonucci turns focus to AC Milan match Feb 28, 2014 Fresh off of Juventus’ victory over Trabzonspor in the Europa League, defender Leonardo Bonucci and the team have turned their attention to Milan on Saturday. http://markting10.nl/ Bonucci played all 90 minutes on Thursday that saw the Bianconeri advance 4-0 on aggregate over the Turkish side. Bonucci posted on his Instagram account, stating “Mission Accomplished! Now [we] head to Milan!” The Italian International added, “PS: A hug to the fans that have made the away [trip] but could not attend the game.” http://markting10.nl/ The 26 year old Bonucci, has made 30 appearances in all competitions for the club, scoring two goals while adding three assists. Juventus will face Fiorentina in the round of 16 in the Europa League beginning on March 13 in Turin. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Barzagli: AC Milan will be tough to beat at home Feb 28, 2014 Juventus defender Andrea Barzagli believes that the Old Lady’s match against AC Milan on Sunday will be a tough one. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri will be facing the Rossoneri at the San Siro on Sunday and the 32-year-old feels it will be a challenge to overcome the Milan side at home despite their struggles in the Serie A this season. Barzagli spoke to Sky Sport Italia on Friday about Juve’s game with AC Milan, while also commenting on his team’s advancement in the Europa League, as they’re now set to face Fiorentina in the round of 16 after defeating Trabzonspor 2-0 on Thursday. “Yesterday we did very well [against Trabzonspor], we just wanted to go through to the next round,” said the Italian international. http://markting10.nl/ “However, now we’re only thinking about Milan. It’s an important challenge, deeply felt by us all. “It will be a difficult match, we know that Milan are formidable at home and will want to win. We’ll go there trying to win as well. http://markting10.nl/ “Our upcoming matches with Fiorentina in the Europa League? It’s a fascinating challenge. However, it’s too bad that we’re meeting now. I was hoping to meet an Italian team even further on in the competition. “We know that the two sides feel the challenge quite intensely. We hope to advance past them.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida How AC Milan Will Line Up Against Juventus Feb 28, 2014 The Serie A weekend heats up as Milan are set to host Juventus on Sunday, with the Rossoneri desperately needing points as they look to continue their recent domestic run under new coach Clarence Seedorf. http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf has lost just one league match since taking over for the maligned Massimiliano Allegri last month and will continue to try to mold the team in his image—quick passes and offensive, with a constant high pressure. Unfortunately, Mario Balotelli will be iffy for the match and is expected to be out of the lineup. Super Mario hasn't yet faced Juventus in Serie A since joining Milan last January. At the back, Marco Amelia is expected to make his third start of the season as Christian Abbiati deals with a minor injury. Even though Amelia has committed errors that would excite Nelson Dida, he looked a lot better in the last match against Sampdoria, where he made a few crucial interventions that kept the Blucerchiati off the scoresheet. http://markting10.nl/ The only certainty on the defensive line is Adil Rami, who continues to impress by not only being a physical presence, but showing calmness while under pressure and the ability to test the opposing goalkeeper from defense when he ventures forward. His partner will most likely be Daniele Bonera, who has been favored over Philippe Mexes. The full-backs will have their hands busy dealing with the constant offensive surges from the Juventus wing-backs, who love to get forward and sling in crosses to the hulking figure of Fernando Llorente. http://markting10.nl/ According to the probable formations from La giornalaccio rosa, youngster Mattia De Sciglio is preferred over Ignazio Abate on the right, while Urby Emanuelson will be deployed on the opposite flank. The two holding midfielders have arguably the toughest job on the pitch as they look to quell the five-man Juventus midfield that sees the likes of Andrea Pirlo, Claudio Marchisio and Paul Pogba approach the box looking to create a score. With Sulley Muntari suspended, Riccardo Montolivo and Michael Essien are expected to be the two chosen to patrol in front of the defense. http://markting10.nl/ Last season, Montolivo had his best match against Juventus, when he almost outshone Pirlo with his defensive efforts and creativity on the ball. He hasn't had the same consistency this season, and will look to get inspired against the top team in the league. Fortunately for the Rossoneri, Arturo Vidal is out due to a suspension. Now here's where it gets very interesting. http://markting10.nl/ The front four for Milan will have their work cut out for them as Seedorf cannot afford to use a game plan similar to the one we saw against Napoli at the San Paolo. It's hard to deal with high pressure when the three attacking midfielders don't have pace. The No. 9 role will go to Giampaolo Pazzini now that Balotelli is ruled out. The Italian striker gives Milan a much different look up front, as he can exploit spaces around the penalty box and has always been an aerial threat. Pazzini also does a decent job holding up the ball and shielding himself from defenders, so he'll have his hands full throughout the match. http://markting10.nl/ The most interesting decision will be whether or not we see Keisuke Honda from the start. The Japanese international still hasn't gotten into the flow of things, and he might be benched in favor of Andrea Poli, who gives Milan plenty of energy up front and was used successfully in the Champions League clash against Atletico Madrid. Kaka is a certainty in the trequartista role, while Adel Taarabt has done everything to cement a spot in the starting 11, for now. http://markting10.nl/ The most important facet of the match will be how Milan can handle Juventus' pressure, and if the possession game Seedorf wants to desperately play doesn't just end in awkward back passes to the defense and a boot upfield. Even though Juventus are favored, Milan are hitting their best form of the season and can keep their heads high after a positive performance against Atleti in Europe. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Preview: AC Milan vs. Juventus Feb 28, 2014 Juventus will be looking to maintain their lead at the top of Serie A when they travel to the San Siro to face AC Milan on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ Antonio Conte's side sit nine points clear at the summit after their 1-0 victory over Torino last Sunday. Juve come into this match off the back of a 2-0 win over Trabzonspor in the Europa League on Thursday evening. Milan's form has improved under new coach Clarence Seedorf, with the Rossoneri winning their last two matches, the latest coming at Sampdoria last weekend. http://markting10.nl/ Milan striker Mario Balotelli could miss the match with a shoulder injury, so Giampaolo Pazzini is expected to start should the Italy international fail to recover in time. Goalkeeper Christian Abbiati could return to the side after shaking off an illness. Conte is expected to bring strikers Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente back into the side after the pair were named on the bench for the match against Trabzonspor. http://markting10.nl/ Recent form AC Milan: WWDLWW Juventus: WDWDWW Possible starting lineups AC MILAN: Abbiati; Abate, Rami, Zaccardo, Constant; Montolivo, Muntari, Honda, Saponara, Taarabt; Pazzini JUVENTUS: Buffon; Caceres, Bonucci, Ogbonna, Isla; Vidal, Marchisio, Pogba, Peluso; Tevez, Llorente Sports Mole says: 0-1 http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Montolivo: Milan needed a jolt Feb 28, 2014 Riccardo Montolivo says that whilst he is grateful to Max Allegri, Milan ‘needed a jolt’, and that replacement Clarence Seedorf will ‘become great’. http://markting10.nl/ The Rossoneri made the managerial switch in January and have since seen form in Serie A take an upturn. Ahead of this weekend’s home clash with League leaders Juventus, Montolivo has reflected on how it was a necessary step. “In recent months, the atmosphere at Milanello was not as serene, the team needed a jolt,” explained the midfielder in today’s edition of the giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. http://markting10.nl/ “I am grateful for Allegri has given me so much and he wanted me at Milan. “Seedorf is a Coach who is very communicative, he is attempting to get all his concepts across and in the most direct way possible. “Cohesion and even balance within the group are the aspect which he is looking to more.” http://markting10.nl/ Seedorf has overseen a formation change to a 4-2-3-1, where he has spoken of looking to introduce six attacking players on to the same field. “If the interpretation of the formation is that which we saw in Genoa [away to Sampdoria last weekend], that’s great. “There are a few problems, however, if the midfielders are distinctly offensive. http://markting10.nl/ “Going from three midfielders to two completely changes the way you play. Beyond this, when a Coach changes then the atmosphere is given that shock, and right now the difference is in that. “Seedorf is destined to be a great Coach, with an important career, but he has just started - we need to give him the chance to go wrong.” Montolivo considered the weekend challenge against the Old Lady. http://markting10.nl/ “Against the Bianconeri was probably the most beautiful day since I have been at Milan. Last year at San Siro, when Abbiati was ruled out, I found the captain’s armband on my arm. It was the first time. “We need a victory against a big team, for reasons relating to the table, but also for our self-esteem. http://markting10.nl/ “And with Juventus it is the right night in which to do it. “We know that we have the capability and quality to play a great game and to cause them trouble.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Milan do not fear Juventus - Bonera The veteran defender is confident the Rossoneri can get a good result on Sunday, but has warned against the threat of Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente. Feb 28, 2014 Daniele Bonera has made it clear that AC Milan do not fear Juventus ahead of this weekend's Serie A encounter at San Siro. http://markting10.nl/ The Rossoneri sit only ninth in the league table at the moment and are trailing the leaders by 31 points, yet Bonera is confident they can get a good result on Sunday when they host the reigning Italian champions. "We know there’s a long road ahead of us but we’re not afraid of Juventus," Bonera, 32, told Milan Channel. "We want to continue with the good results we’ve been starting to get recently." http://markting10.nl/ The defender then went on to single out the attacking partnership of Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente as Juventus' biggest threat, but warned his team-mates there's more to the reigning champions than just their attack. "Tevez and Llorente are a good mix as you can see from the numbers, but it’s not just those two. The rest of the team support them very well. They have great individual players in the middle and at the back." Milan were beaten 3-2 by Juventus when both sides met earlier this season in Turin, although they have changed coaches since then, with Clarence Seedorf now in charge following Massimiliano Allegri's disposal in mid-January. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Kaka eyes Juve ‘derby boost’ Feb 28, 2014 Ricky Kaka has labelled Milan’s clash with Juventus as an ‘international derby’ that represents a valuable three points for the Rossoneri. http://markting10.nl/ San Siro will host Week 26’s clash between the traditional title rivals, with Juve currently leading the table and Milan sat in ninth position, 31 points behind. Despite the disparity, the game is eagerly anticipated and represents a real opportunity, according to Il Diavolo’s Brazilian playmaker. “The game against Juventus is a derby of Italy, an international derby, games that are felt deeply by us as players, by you in the media and by the fans,” Kaka has told Sky Sport Italia this week. http://markting10.nl/ “All week you live waiting for this derby. We hope to be able to write another small page in the history of Milan, to say: ‘We played a great match against a great team’. “For us, the three points are very important for the table but also on an emotional level and for our growth. “To beat Juve would give us a great boost for the end of the season. This Juventus is very strong, they have great talent and are doing well. http://markting10.nl/ “Clarence Seedorf? Now it is a good moment, we can see the light. We are on the right track. “He has his own way and is very particular. He has taken a bit of everything and now has his own style, he is trying got put into practice his own philosophy and his work. “I am a person who has trust for the relationship that we have.” http://markting10.nl/ “Antonio Conte? I do not know his way of working, but, he has something special, because to win the League three years in a row is not easy, you have to have something special. “I’m also a bit curious to know his secrets, I like being on the outside, but then to better judge him I would need to be with him every day.” Kaka returned to Milan last summer after four years away at Real Madrid. http://markting10.nl/ “After what happened with Manchester City [who had a rejected bid in 2009], I saw that the club had opened the door to the possibility of my sale, more or less I knew that I would probably be sold. “These things happen, and from it came a beautiful time, I had in Madrid a very special experience, whilst it will remain in the history of Milan that I went away and returned four years later.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

MILAN - JUVENTUS March 2, 2014 - 8:45 PM Giuseppe Meazza (San Siro) Stadium — Milan Referee: Marco Guida Guida for Milan-Juventus Feb 28, 2014 Mauro Bergonzi will officiate Roma-Inter and Marco Guida has Milan-Juventus this weekend. http://markting10.nl/ The referees for Serie A Week 26 have been assigned and there are some very big games. It has been a particularly tense last few days due to controversy over the Turin Derby and Fiorentina’s anger at Andrea Gervasoni. He is rested this weekend along with Juventus-Torino referee Nicola Rizzoli, but Bergonzi is given the Roma-Inter clash on Saturday, while Guida will officiate Sunday night’s Milan-Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ Roma-Inter (Bergonzi) Cagliari-Udinese (Valeri) Atalanta-Chievo (Celi) Genoa-Catania (Irrati) Verona-Bologna (Tommasi) Sassuolo-Parma (Tagliavento) Torino-Sampdoria (Damato) Livorno-Napoli (Mazzoleni) Fiorentina-Lazio (Banti) Milan-Juventus (Guida) http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111