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JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Juventus - Roma Preview: Conte's men look to continue winning streak The Bianconeri are in pole position in Serie A and will be determined to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack when they face the Giallorossi this weekend. Jan 3, 2014 Juventus can equal the 10-match winning run achieved by title rivals Roma at the start of the season when the two sides meet on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ Rudi Garcia's charges opened the season with 10 successive victories to set a new Italian top-flight record from the start of a campaign, but their hosts this weekend are threatening to surpass that mark. Since a 4-2 defeat at Fiorentina in October, Juventus have been unstoppable in the league, winning nine consecutive games and keeping clean sheets in all bar one - a 4-1 triumph at Atalanta last time out. Their form has also seen them surge to the top of the table as they chase a third consecutive Serie A crown and they go into their first game since the winter break five points clear of Roma in second. http://markting10.nl/ The Giallorossi do not have recent history on their side, having won just two of the last 16 fixtures between the sides. Andrea Pirlo could be in line for a place in the matchday squad for Juve after recovering from a knee injury, though the fixture may come too soon for him, while Marco Borriello remains a doubt for Roma. Juve will be relieved to have Carlos Tevez in contention after the Argentinian was late coming back from his homeland over the New Year, with reports suggesting he was caring for his pregnant wife. http://markting10.nl/ Head to Head Serie A ‎- 16 Feb 2013 - Roma 1 - 0 Juventus Serie A ‎- 29 Sep 2012 - Juventus 4 - 1 Roma Serie A ‎- 22 Apr 2012 - Juventus 4 - 0 Roma Coppa Italia ‎- 24 Jan 2012 - Juventus 3 - 0 Roma Serie A ‎- 12 Dec 2011 - Roma 1 - 1 Juventus Last Five Matches JUVENTUS 22 Dec 2013 - Atalanta 1 - 4 Juventus - Serie A 18 Dec 2013 - Juventus 3 - 0 Avellino - Coppa Italia 15 Dec 2013 - Juventus 4 - 0 Sassuolo - Serie A 11 Dec 2013 - Galatasaray 1 - 0 Juventus - UCL 6 Dec 2013 - Bologna 0 - 2 Juventus - Serie A ROMA 22 Dec 2013 - Roma 4 - 0 Catania - Serie A 16 Dec 2013 - AC Milan 2 - 2 Roma - Serie A 8 Dec 2013 - Roma 2 - 1 Fiorentina - Serie A 1 Dec 2013 - Atalanta 1 - 1 Roma - Serie A 25 Nov 2013 - Roma 0 - 0 Cagliari - Serie A http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Buffon praises Conte and Juventus team spirit Jan 3, 2014 Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon has hailed Bianconeri coach Antonio Conte and spoke on the good team spirit at Juve. http://markting10.nl/ The Italian shot-stopper commented on the recent Coach of the Year award given to Conte, stating his agreement with the award. “The credit our coach deserves for these last two and a half years is incredible and we can’t really know how much of it was down to him and how much to us players,” he told Sky Sport. http://markting10.nl/ “He was fantastic at helping to motivate us, poke us and give us a precise football identity. “In terms of individuals, there have been stronger Juve sides, but this is certainly the one with the best team spirit and that way the overall level of football is raised.”

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Bonucci: Juventus were complacent before defeat to Fiorentina Jan 3, 2014 Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci has claimed that his side had become complacent in the league prior to their 4-2 defeat to Fiorentina in October. http://markting10.nl/ The result remains the Bianconeri’s only league defeat of the current season and since then they have embarked on a nine-game winning streak and now sit five points clear in first place. “We were certainly a tad presumptuous due to the fact that we had won [the title] for the past two years, and that slap in the face has definitely done us good,” Bonucci told viewers of Filo Diretto, a program broadcast on Juventus’ official TV channel. “Regarding the criticism that was aimed at us, we know that at Juventus, when something doesn’t go right, you’re lambasted, so we had to try to close ranks and take no notice of what others were saying.” http://markting10.nl/ Juventus return from the winter break on Sunday with a crucial match against second-placed Roma. If they win, they will extend their lead to eight points. “In recent years Roma has definitely done worse than what is expected of them, but this year they are back at the top of the standings,” Bonucci added. “They will certainly do everything to throw a spanner in the works of a Juventus team which until now has proven to be a real juggernaut.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Preview: Juventus vs. Roma Jan 3, 2014 The top two sides in Serie A will meet on Monday afternoon when Juventus play host to AS Roma at the Juventus Stadium. http://markting10.nl/ Antonio Conte's side, who hold a five-point lead over their opponents, have won their last nine league matches. Roma will be hoping to continue their unbeaten record in the league this season, which they extended to 17 games with a 4-0 win over Catania in their last match. http://markting10.nl/ Conte could select the same Juventus side that beat Atalanta last time out, which would see Carlos Tevez and Fernando Llorente continue in attack. Roma coach Rudi Garcia is expected to bring midfielders Daniele De Rossi and Kevin Strootman back into the side after the pair missed the Catania victory. http://markting10.nl/ Recent form: Juventus: WWWWWW Roma: DDDWDW Possible starting lineups Juventus: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pogba, Marchisio, Asamoah; Tevez, Llorente Roma: De Sanctis; Maicon, Benatia, Castan, Dodo; De Rossi, Strootman, Pjanic; Gervinho, Totti, Ljajic Sports Mole says: 1-1 http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli MATCH PREVIEW Jan 3, 2014 Leaders Juventus are five points clear, but second-placed Roma remain unbeaten and are seeking to boost their title aspirations. http://markting10.nl/ Juve continued on their merry way prior to the Christmas break, dismantling Atalanta 4-1 in Bergamo. Maxi Moralez may have ended Gianluigi Buffon’s clean-sheet streak, but Carlos Tevez, Paul Pogba, Fernando Llorente and Arturo Vidal ensured a ninth successive Serie A victory. Starting the New Year positively against the Giallorossi would see the Bianconeri kick clear of the chasing pack approaching the second half of the campaign. Conte wants his side to hit their stride immediately, aware that January has proved a problematic month for Juve in the past few seasons. Andrea Pirlo ended his break early in order to prove his fitness for this big match. He is set to start and relegate Claudio Marchisio to the bench. Meanwhile, Andrea Barzagli is in doubt having left the field early in a friendly on Thursday due to injury. http://markting10.nl/ Roma ended 2013 with a bang, thumping bottom club Catania 4-0. Mehdi Benatia confirmed his threat from set pieces by grabbing a brace, with Mattia Destro continuing his comeback from injury with another goal. Gervinho added the icing on the cake inside the final 10 minutes. It was exactly what Roma needed following a stuttering series of results. They have not won back-to-back matches since their historic 10th consecutive triumph, and won just two of seven since that contest with Chievo. The Giallorossi know they have the chance to keep close to Juve and Miralem Pjanic insists that while the Bianconeri are strong, “we are not afraid of them.” http://markting10.nl/ Ex-Juventus defender Federico Balzaretti and youngster Gianluca Caprari are the only players not available to Rudi Garcia for the big match. Juve have a strong home record against Roma. They thumped the Lupi last term for their 50th win, compared to Roma’s eight. There have been 21 further draws. http://markting10.nl/ Keep an eye on: Mattia Destro (Roma) – The young striker made his return from injury against Fiorentina and marked his first season appearance with a goal. Destro subsequently scored against Milan and Catania and a fourth goal in succession could prove pivotal for Roma’s Scudetto chances. Form guide: Juventus (W W W W W) Roma (D D W D W) Last season: Juventus 4-1 Roma Stat fact: Should Giorgio Chiellini play, it will be his 300th match in Juventus colours. The defender made his Old Lady debut in 2005. JUVENTUS (probable): Buffon; Caceres, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Tevez, Llorente ROMA (probable): De Sanctis; Maicon, Benatia, Castan, Dodo; Pjanic, De Rossi, Strootman; Gervinho, Destro, Totti http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Chiellini can't wait for Roma test Jan 3, 2014 Giorgio Chiellini has insisted that Juventus want to end Roma’s unbeaten start to the season. http://markting10.nl/ The top two in Serie A meet on Sunday, and the defender has claimed that his men are keen to show why they are the best in Italy. “Over the past two and a half years we have shown that we are the strongest,” he told Sport Mediaset. “We try to do it in every game, and we want to do it again on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ “Roma are having a great season – the fact that they are unbeaten shows that. “They haven’t lost yet, but we cannot wait to face them and see if they are at our level.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Llorente expects a great Juventus Jan 3, 2014 Fernando Llorente is keen for his Juventus side to showcase their Scudetto intentions when they entertain Roma. http://markting10.nl/ The Old Lady are five points clear of the second-placed Giallorossi and he’s keen for that advantage to increase. “We have now got some consistency,” the Spanish striker said as his outfit look for a tenth straight win in the championship. “We are showing that we want to win the League. http://markting10.nl/ “We are a strong side, we are giving our all in every game and we want to play a great match against Roma.” Llorente, a Bosman free signing from Athletic Bilbao, has scored five goals in 14 games for the Old Lady in Serie A. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Barzagli should be OK for Juve Jan 3, 2014 Sky Sport Italia are confident Andrea Barzagli will play for Juventus against Roma at the weekend despite an injury scare. http://markting10.nl/ The Italian international was replaced after just 30 minutes of Thursday’s 2-0 friendly win over Cuneo after feeling muscle discomfort. But the Italian broadcasters are today suggesting the former Palermo stopper will start in Antonio Conte’s 3-5-2. http://markting10.nl/ Andrea Pirlo should return to the starting XI after injury, while Claudio Marchisio and Paul Pogba will battle it out for a shirt in midfield. Carlos Tevez is also being tipped to begin despite his late return to Italy after spending Christmas at home in Argentina. http://markting10.nl/ Juventus probable: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba (Marchisio), Asamoah; Tevez, Llorente. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Totti wants win at Juventus Jan 3, 2014 Francesco Totti insists he is taking his Roma side to Turin with the intention of beating Juventus. “We’re not interested in a draw.” http://markting10.nl/ The League leaders will entertain the second-placed Giallorossi on Sunday evening and Totti is keen to see the five-point gap between the two reduce. “We have beaten the best this season, we are just missing Juventus,” the club captain told Il Messaggero. “We are not interested in the draw, we want to win. http://markting10.nl/ “On an individual basis, one against one, we are better than Juve, but they are better as a team. The difference is that they have known each other for a while, and they’ve won which helps you to win. “The Rome derby is a unique encounter, but games against Juventus are like a second derby for me. It was like that when I was a fan seeing as there has always been a footballing hatred between the two.” The capital club have been a revelation this season, seeing as they are unbeaten and started the campaign with 10 straight wins. http://markting10.nl/ “When Marquinhos, Erik Lamela and Pablo Osvaldo were sold, I was worried,” Totti added. “They were three untouchables in the starting XI. “I hoped that the money would be re-invested on the market and it was – even if less affirmed players arrived. However, they are giving more than those who left.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Juventus-Roma Betting Preview: Action to unfold early in Scudetto showdown Antonio Conte's men looked more determined than ever to lift the title after their early Champions League exit, and Al Hain-Cole expects this urgency to spell early goals in Turin. Jan 3, 2014 Serie A action returns after the winter break on Sunday, as Roma travel to Turin to take on Juventus in a heavyweight title clash. http://markting10.nl/ The hosts won their last nine consecutive league games before the Christmas intermission and are 4/6 (1.67) favourites with William Hill to pick up where they left off with a big win against their closest contenders. The Giallorossi have lost each of their last three visits to the Turin ground but are available at 4/1 (5.00) to move within two points of the leaders by coming out on top this time out. After taking the league by storm with 10 victories in their first 10 games, Rudi Garcia’s men relinquished top spot after drawing five of their next seven fixtures, and there are odds of 14/5 (3.80) on offer on them claiming a single point once again. http://markting10.nl/ Despite their visitors’ record-breaking start to the season, the champions still go into this game looking well on course to pick up their third consecutive Scudetto since Antonio Conte took over. While few can argue with the manager’s credentials on the domestic scene, he will have been bitterly disappointed to see his Champions League campaign end prematurely yet again after December’s 1-0 defeat against Galatasaray. That upset seemed to spur the wounded La Vecchia Signora on in the following games, as they won their next three games by an aggregate scoreline of 11-1, racing into the lead within 15 minutes on each occasion. http://markting10.nl/ Considering a goal has gone in before the 20 minute mark in each of Roma’s last three games, it seems unlikely that fans will have to wait to long to see the net bulge on Sunday, when odds of 8/11 (1.73) are not to be missed on the deadlock being broken within the opening half hour. With three goals in his last two home games against these opponents, nobody relishes this encounter more than Arturo Vidal, who is well worth backing at 2/1 (3.00) to score his sixth goal in seven Juventus games in this one. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Totti: Roma have better players than Juventus The experienced attacker, who hailed the Bianconeri's team qualities, is eagerly anticipating this weekend's league game against the Italian titleholders. Jan 3, 2014 Francesco Totti believes Roma have better players than Juventus, but fears the reigning champions have the upper hand as a team ahead of this weekend's Serie A encounter. http://markting10.nl/ The Giallorossi will be looking to lessen the gap on the league leaders to two points when both sides meet at the Juventus Stadium on Sunday, but Totti realises they face a tough task to bag the full three points. "Juventus are impressive. They have a strong team. They are very solid and always want to win," the 37-year-old told Il Messaggero. "I think we are stronger individually, but they have the upper hand as a team. They have been playing together for three years. http://markting10.nl/ "The difference between us is that their players are used to each other. They have been winning a lot and that has only helped them grow as a team. "It's a bit early to talk about the Scudetto as we're only halfway through the season, but it would be a big warning if we beat Juventus - for ourselves and for our rivals." Sunday's encounter in Turin is scheduled to kick off at 20:45CET. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Pogba: I dreamt of playing for Barca or Arsenal The France international has admitted that he wanted to play for the Blaugrana or the Gunners, while claiming "no country is immune from racism". Jan 3, 2014 Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has revealed that he used to dream of playing for Barcelona or Arsenal, but added that he's happy with life at his current club. http://markting10.nl/ The France international joined the Bianconeri from Manchester United in the summer of 2012 and has since developed into a key player at the Serie A champions. He has been heavily linked with a move to Paris Saint-Germain, with the French side confirming earlier this week that they want to sign Pogba at the end of the season, but he's happy to stay under Antonio Conte's tutelage for now. "I am feeling very well at Juventus, although I cannot deny that I used to dream about playing for Arsenal or Barcelona when I was a child," the 20-year-old told La Repubblica. http://markting10.nl/ "For me, Juventus were all about Zinedine Zidane, David Trezeguet and Pavel Nedved. They had talent, class, discipline and were united as a team." Pogba then went on to reflect on his decision to leave Manchester United for Juve and revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson advised him not to join the Turin giants due to the racism in Italy. http://markting10.nl/ "I am very grateful to Ferguson. He believed in me, even though I did not play a lot. He told me not to go to Italy. He warned me against racism and thought I wouldn't feel right here. "As for racism, no country is immune against it. There's racism in England as well. Just look at what happened with John Terry and Luis Suarez."

Ancelotti interested in Pirlo The Italy international is out of contract next summer and his former coach at AC Milan is keeping an eye on his next move. Jan 2, 2014 Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has enquired about the availability of Andrea Pirlo, according to the Italian's former assistant coach Ciaschini Giorgio. http://markting10.nl/ The Italy international is out of contract at Juventus as of next summer and Ancelotti - who coached the 34-year-old during his time in charge of AC Milan - is keen on a reunion with his former player. Madrid could face the prospect of filling a big hole in their midfield should Xabi Alonso opt to run down his contract and move on in June and Giorgio says the Blancos coach remains a big admirer of Pirlo. "Pirlo is a player who could fit into any side," the 66-year-old former Milan assistant told AS. "The only reason he left Milan was because of physical issues and not technical or tactical reasons. http://markting10.nl/ "Ancelotti asked about him while I was at Chelsea, last season at PSG and even recently with Real Madrid, Pirlo is a universal footballer, the problem is Juventus are not that keen on selling the player." Ancelotti has been linked with a return to the Rossoneri in the future, having lifted Serie A once and the Champions League twice in his eight years at San Siro and Ciaschini admitted the 54-year-old retains a strong affection for his old club. "When Ancelotti talks about Milan he does so from the heart. I think he would be very happy in Milan again one day."

PSG confirm Pogba interest The Champions League hopefuls are closely monitoring the powerful Juventus midfielder and could make a move during the summer. Jan 2, 2014 Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has revealed that the French champions are keen to sign Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba at the end of the season. http://markting10.nl/ The 20-year-old has long been linked with a move to the Ligue 1 leaders and Al-Khelaifi has confirmed that PSG are eager to lure Pogba back to his native country, although they are willing to wait until the summer. "Paul is a Parisian. He is a great player and he represents the future of France," Al-Khelaifi told Le Parisien. "We will not try to sign him this winter, but maybe we will give it a try next summer." http://markting10.nl/ The PSG chief then went on to stress that they have no transfer plans this winter unless they pick up any injuries in January. "At the moment, we are not thinking about one player in particular. We are keeping an eye on the transfer market because you never know what will happen in the next few weeks. Someone could get injured," he continued. http://markting10.nl/ "I don't think we will sign someone this winter, though. We have a good team as it is." Pogba's current deal with Juventus runs until June 2016.

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Castan fired up for 'Serie A Final' Jan 2, 2014 Leandro Castan insists Sunday’s showdown is “like a Final for us, as Roma and Juventus are the strongest sides.” http://markting10.nl/ Going into the game, which kicks off in Turin on Sunday at 19.45 GMT, only five points separate them at the top of the Serie A table. “This is like a Final for us – Roma and Juventus are the two strongest sides in the Division, but we can do it if we remain concentrated,” defender Castan told Sky Sport Italia. “Carlos Tevez is a top player, but we have shown that we are a team who just never give up.” http://markting10.nl/ Juve may be top, but the Giallorossi are still unbeaten under Coach Rudi Garcia and conceded only seven goals in 17 games. “I didn’t expect our defence to be the best, statistically, in Europe. Garcia has given us the confidence which we didn’t have during the last campaign. “What I want from 2014 is the Scudetto at Roma. It would be a perfect year for the squad and myself.” http://markting10.nl/ The year doesn’t end in May with the Serie A title, because Castan is also targeting a spot at the 2014 World Cup. “I hope to be part of the Brazil squad for the World Cup. But, if I won the League title with the Giallorossi, then I’d happily go to Brazil just to cheer on the national side.” Castan is a 27-year-old who joined Roma from Corinthians in the summer of 2012 for just €5.5m. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli De Sanctis: Roma will test Juve! Jan 2, 2014 Morgan De Sanctis has warned Juventus that his Roma side will give them a serious game in Turin on Sunday night. http://markting10.nl/ First in Serie A will take on second and the goalkeeper is eager to remain within touching distance of the Old Lady. “We are going to Turin to put them into difficulty,” the summer signing from Napoli told Roma Channel. “We are ready to give them a hard time. We are all in shape and we’ll see what happens. “It won’t be easy for us, but it won’t be easy for them either – you can count on that… http://markting10.nl/ “We have to focus on delivering a top performance as five points is quite a gap and it can’t get bigger.” Roma made a sensational start to the season by winning their opening 10 games of the campaign, before being overtaken by the Bianconeri. http://markting10.nl/ “The fact that we have not lost a game and are second is a bit surprising,” the former Italian international added. “We might not be going into this game in a favourable position, but there will be many ties left after Sunday and anything can happen.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Pirlo ready to face Roma Jan 2, 2014 Andrea Pirlo should be fit for the big Juventus-Roma match on Sunday after playing 45 minutes in a friendly. http://markting10.nl/ The midfielder has been out of action since December 1 with a sprained right knee, putting him in doubt for the Scudetto showdown. Pirlo played for 45 minutes in today’s 2-0 friendly test against Cuneo, on the field for the entire second half. Mirko Vucinic and Sebastian Giovinco, who also needed some playing time after injuries, scored the goals. http://markting10.nl/ Carlos Tevez did not take part in the game, as he only just arrived from Argentina, where his Christmas vacation was extended due to family problems. The striker instead worked on a separate training regime with the medical staff. David Trezeguet visited the Vinovo training ground today and will be at the Juventus Stadium on Sunday to salute the supporters. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Pogba: 'Serie A is extraordinary' Jan 2, 2014 Paul Pogba committed himself to Juventus, insisted he is “not the anti-Mario Balotelli” and explained why “Serie A is extraordinary.” http://markting10.nl/ Still only 20 years old, the French midfielder is already a senior international regular and a huge bargain for the Bianconeri, having arrived on a free transfer when his contract expired with Manchester United. “My brothers are both players, Florentin at Saint-Etienne and Mathias at Crewe Alexandra, while my father wanted to be a player and then a Coach,” he told La Repubblica. “I grew up watching videotapes of Pele, Diego Maradona and also Jean-Pierre Papin. I wanted his strength and aggression. I also want to point out my family cared a great deal about my studies and I wasn’t too bad at school. http://markting10.nl/ “I left home early to play football, but I didn’t suffer from loneliness. I called home and always talk to my family. I’m not a tough guy, nor one of those players covered in tattoos.” With that in mind, Pogba was asked whether he represented the anti-Balotelli. “I think he suffered a great deal, as there are wounds from one’s childhood that never heal if you didn’t feel loved enough. A bit of understanding wouldn’t go amiss, as Balotelli had a difficult life. He might seem like a ‘bad boy,’ but deep down he’s a good man. When I lived in Manchester we had similar hairstyles and some people mistook me for Balotelli. http://markting10.nl/ “I like to read a lot and understand my roots, where I came from and who I am. I only recently went to Guinea for the first time. It’s beautiful, but tough. People here complain, but they don’t realise that parts of Africa have nothing at all – water, light, food. Going to Africa shakes you up, but gives you a new sense of balance.” Pogba concedes his formative years at United were dominated by Sir Alex Ferguson, even if they didn’t always see eye to eye. “He is unique in understanding what players can be, even before they themselves realise it. Many owe their success to him. He believed in me early on, even if I didn’t play often. He also said I’d struggle in Italy because there was too much racism, but I told him that was everywhere and England certainly wasn’t immune to it, as proved by John Terry and Luis Suarez. http://markting10.nl/ “The truth is I really struggled to settle in England. The first six months of learning English was hellish, as if you don’t know the language then the British aren’t very helpful. “Italian football is much more tactical than in England, but at the moment Serie A is underestimated. There is so much pressure, apprehension, tension and obsession here. It’s true, I suffer at being marked so tightly. Plus the media talks about one gesture for the whole week, so you never breathe a sigh of relief. Mind you, that excessive focus is what makes Italian football so anomalous, different, difficult and in the end also extraordinary.” Pogba has repeatedly been linked with huge moves to the likes of Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid or Arsenal, but insists he is “happy at Juve. http://markting10.nl/ “I won’t deny as a child I dreamed of playing for Arsenal or Barcelona, but now I dream of playing for France against my brothers as they play for Guinea. “For me Juve is Zidane, Trezeguet and Nedved. It is talent, class, discipline and teamwork. As for me, I know promising success isn’t enough, as you have to maintain those promises. I am not embarrassed by my talent, nor do I have an absurd rush to prove myself. I’ve been through the ranks, so I know it’s a journey and I am eyeing the final destination.”

Tevez back in Juve training Jan 2, 2014 Carlos Tevez is eager to prove his fitness for the Roma game this weekend after his delayed return to Juventus. AMAZONIAN The striker finally landed in Italy on Wednesday after remaining in Argentina to care for his pregnant wife. The summer signing from Manchester City arrived at the Vinovo training facility at 14.30 local time and took part in the subsequent session. AMAZONIAN Juventus, five points clear of second-placed Roma, will entertain the Giallorossi on Sunday evening. Tevez has 11 goals in 17 Serie A games so far this season.

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Juve hopeful over Pirlo and Tevez Jan 1, 2014 Juventus are hoping both Carlos Tevez and Andrea Pirlo will be fit for their first match of 2014 against Roma on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ Tevez has been given extra leave due to personal reasons, and the Turin-based club have sent a personal trainer out to Argentina to help keep him in shape in view of a return for the weekend. Pirlo, meanwhile, has been back in training for nearly a week and is set to make his comeback from injury in the top-of-the-table clash. The Italy international last played in early December, when he picked up a knee injury against Udinese. He was ruled out for a month and appears to be respecting that recovery time by returning to full training between Christmas and New Year, cutting short his holidays in a bid to be fit for the weekend. Tevez, meanwhile, has been given permission to spend a few more days in Argentina, where his wife is expecting a child in the next few months. To ensure the 29-year-old does not fall behind his teammates, though, a member of coach Antonio Conte's coaching staff has boarded a flight to South America to see to it personally that the forward will be fit and ready to face Roma, according to La Repubblica. http://markting10.nl/ With both set to feature against second-placed Roma, former Juve midfielder Mauro Camoranesi is convinced the Bianconeri will be too strong for the Giallorossi. "Conte's team can go two gears higher than Roma and all their rivals," he told Tuttosport. "I thought so in the summer and I'm even more convinced now. The Bianconeri will win their third successive Scudetto." http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Looking back at 2013 for Juventus Dec 31, 2013 As it is the last day of 2013, it's only fitting to recap the year and mention the players who deserve recognition for what they have contributed to a winning Juventus side, as well as highlighting the work of coach Antonio Conte. http://markting10.nl/ Best player of the year: Arturo Vidal So many players have helped transform Juventus into a winning team with an outstanding victory rate in 2013, but when it comes to picking just one who continues to awe and impress then there is no other like Vidal. Whether it be his sensational tackles at the back, his impressive ability to press high up the pitch and win back possession or his intelligent runs forward to score, there is little the Chilean midfielder cannot do. http://markting10.nl/ As Juve's top scorer under Conte, Vidal's ability to exploit space and finish compensated for the lack of a true world-class forward last season. This season, despite having won so much already, his energy levels have not waned and the determination to succeed is as strong as it has ever been. Vidal is the essence of this Juve side and a symbol of the club's philosophy. http://markting10.nl/ Most valuable player: Andrea Pirlo There was a genuine belief, at one point, that Juve could live without him. However, despite his age (34), Pirlo's class is eternal. Unlocking defences, delivering pinpoint passes and raising the overall level of the game -- without him, the Bianconeri lose their heartbeat. Cutting his holidays short to train for the upcoming clash against Roma, Pirlo is a winner both on and off the pitch. His remarkable ability to control the tempo and provide the angled deliveries needed to make Juve a side that create chance after chance. The hope is he will continue his journey in black and white well beyond the current season. http://markting10.nl/ Best transfer market arrival: Carlos Tevez Perhaps he did not perform as well as the fans hoped in the Champions League, but in Serie A, Tevez is a large reason why Juve are simply too good to overcome. Quickly adapting to calcio, the player has provided the necessary assists and finishes required to hugely improve the side's attacking play. Hard-working and always on hand to exploit space, his mobility and individual skill make the difference for the side that once used to struggle to finish off chances. Considering how little the club paid for his services, Tevez has proved an excellent addition to the side. http://markting10.nl/ It is here that we must give a mention to Conte, the man who won best coach award in the recent Global Soccer Awards. Juventus are the successful winning machine that they are thanks to the work done by a coach who is relentless in his approach. Determined, astute and concerned only with victory, Conte defines the Juve approach. Domestically, he has conquered all before him and with him on the bench, it's difficult to see how any other Italian team can triumph over the Bianconeri. When it comes to Europe, it's fair to say both Conte and the side expected more last season and this. Some bizarre decisions were made in last season's campaign and the manner in which Bayern Munich halted Juve raised concerns. Nonetheless, one cannot complain too much considering the Bavarian side went on to lift the trophy. http://markting10.nl/ This season, the Bayern approach -- stifling play with heavy pressing -- is no longer a concern for the Old Lady, who has found a way of overcoming opponents who stop her playing the ball out from the back. With a clear reference point up top, the team has developed tactically even if the arrival of a winger would give the side so many more options. It is thus disappointing that such a lackadaisical approach was taken in the group matches of this year's Champions League. Hailed for his winning approach, the fact Conte said his squad were competing with Galatasaray for second place immediately set the tone for the European journey. Juventus should not be competing with a Turkish side for second, they should have set out to compete with Real Madrid for first. They are the Italian Champions with a beautiful past and a well-planned future, they are good enough to rival the best and not accept to be considered inferior. Perhaps if that were the approach adopted from the outset, we would have witnessed a more determined Bianconeri side. http://markting10.nl/ Needless to say, there's a Europa League competition to be played and won. Maximum respect and effort should be made to win another trophy considering even a heavily rotated Juve side are managing domestic wins. Overall, 2013 was an excellent year for the Turin giants, one only hopes 2014 will be even better. Happy New Year.

Juve staff fly out for Tevez Dec 31, 2013 It’s reported Juventus have flown a fitness coach to Argentina to work with Carlos Tevez after he delayed his return. AMAZONIAN The striker had been due back in Turin to begin training yesterday, but was delayed by what the club termed “a family problem.” Media in Italy and Argentina suggest it is linked to his wife, who is seven months pregnant and required medical treatment this week. As Juve play Roma on January 5 in a title showdown, time is short for the forward to find his form. AMAZONIAN With this in mind, Sky Sport Italia claim Juventus have flown a fitness coach out to Argentina in order to work with Tevez and keep his fitness levels up. It is hoped he can be in decent condition when he does return to Italy, although it is not clear when that will be.

Zoff: 'Perin is Buffon's heir' Dec 31, 2013 Italy legend Dino Zoff believes Mattia Perin “will be the heir” to Gigi Buffon, who remains “the best goalkeeper in the world.” http://markting10.nl/ The 1982 World Cup winner cast his eye over the current shot-stopper situation in the Azzurri camp. “Buffon is the best goalkeeper in Italy, in Europe and also in the world,” Zoff told the Corriere dello Sport. “Andrea Consigli and Antonio Mirante are also very talented, but they are no longer particularly young. http://markting10.nl/ “If I have to choose an heir to Gigi in the Nazionale, I’d pick Perin of Genoa. The future belongs to him.” Perin turned 21 last month, but has been consistently ignored by the Italy Under-21 side in favour of Livorno’s Francesco Bardi.

Tevez delays Juve return Dec 31, 2013 Carlos Tevez has delayed his return to training with Juventus due to a family problem in Argentina. AMAZONIAN The striker had been due to come back to Turin on Monday, but was delayed by what the club website described as “family problems.” It is reported the postponement is due to Tevez’s wife, who is seven months pregnant, and required medical treatment this week. Time is short for Juve, who face Roma in a Scudetto showdown on January 5. AMAZONIAN Only five points separate the clubs at the top of the table and this could be a decisive moment in the title race, so for the Bianconeri to be without their top scorer would be a huge blow. Fabio Quagliarella is the favourite to step in should Tevez not be back in time, or be lacking in match fitness.

Buffon on racist chants & gay players Dec 30, 2013 Gianluigi Buffon has offered his opinion on the recent spate of ‘territorial discriminatory’ chants that have blighted Serie A. http://markting10.nl/ Several sides, including Juventus, have seen sections of their stadium closed this season due to chants against southern clubs. But the goalkeeper has insisted that fans are not acting in hatred, but just urging to be heard. “Racism is an important issue,” he told giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. “I believe that human beings strive to find the difference between themselves and another race. http://markting10.nl/ “Or, if in Italy, themselves and a citizen of another region. I think that the comparison can help us fight it though. “I don’t think the fans are acting out of hatred – I just think the goal is to be heard and emphasize the dissent. “I know the spirit in which they are made. I used to be one of those fans. http://markting10.nl/ “I think it’s fair to severely punish for some forms of intolerance. I do not presume to fully understand the kind of abuse some players get. “I can’t have the same sensitivity to those who are affected by the attacks, but punishment is important for the image of Italian football.” http://markting10.nl/ Buffon concluded by commented on the issue of gay players – or lack thereof. “I don’t think I have ever played with a homosexual player. But if Juve bought one, my only wish is that he’d win us games.”