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JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Juventus squad for Roma Jan 4, 2014 Andrea Pirlo, Andrea Barzagli and Carlos Tevez are all in the Juventus squad to face Roma on Sunday night. http://markting10.nl/ The Scudetto battle kicks off in Turin at 20.45 CET. Coach Antonio Conte confirmed in his Press conference that he has “doubts” over the fitness levels of these three players. http://markting10.nl/ Pirlo has not played for five weeks due to a sprained knee, while Tevez returned late from Argentina due to a family problem. As for Barzagli, the defender limped off during a friendly test this week. http://markting10.nl/ Juventus squad for Roma: Buffon, Chiellini, Caceres, Ogbonna, Pogba, Marchisio, Vucinic, Tevez, De Ceglie, Giovinco, Peluso, Llorente, Barzagli, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Asamoah, Vidal, Lichtsteiner, Quagliarella, Storari, Isla, Rubinho 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 Garcia: 'Roma can conquer Juventus' Jan 4, 2014 Rudi Garcia assures Roma “will go to the Juventus Stadium intent on winning, because that’s what we always do.” http://markting10.nl/ The top two teams go head-to-head in Turin on Sunday at 20.45 CET in a Scudetto showdown. “Will this prove who is the strongest team between Juve and Roma? No, it won’t give a response to that question. Both sides have strengths and weaknesses,” noted the Frenchman in his Press conference. “Winning games is always important, but there is still half a season to be played after the final whistle in Turin. http://markting10.nl/ “We will go to the Juventus Stadium intent on winning, because that’s what we always do regardless of the opposition or the venue. “It will be a great game between two great teams with a great referee. May the best side win.” Garcia is still unbeaten on the Roma bench, but Juventus have won their last nine Serie A games on the bounce. http://markting10.nl/ “Everyone seems to think we’re already beaten, so we have everything to gain and nothing to lose. I have only been on this bench for six months and in 2014 I want to continue with the entertaining football that has allowed us to win so far. “We must remain concentrated for the entire 90 minutes. If we score or concede, then that mustn’t change anything. We must play the whole match with conviction and counter their strengths. “I prefer the pressure of the big game. It means we have been doing well since the start of the season and are in a position to fight for results that count. I’d jump at the chance to always play at this level. http://markting10.nl/ “So far we have done well against the big clubs. Tomorrow will be an interesting tie and we’ll see how we react to the situation. What really counts is leaving the field with our heads held high after doing everything possible to win.” Garcia was complimentary towards Antonio Conte and the Bianconeri. “They were programmed to win the Scudetto and perhaps also the Champions League, as they have basically two squads of a very high level to choose from. Playing on home turf is also an advantage for them. http://markting10.nl/ “I only met Antonio once and we spoke for five minutes. I have a great deal of respect for his results, as two Scudetti and currently top of the table says it all. He is a very good Coach. “Andrea Pirlo is a world class player, we all know that, but this is XI against XI and we’ll see what happens. I can guarantee that we’ll play our game. http://markting10.nl/ “Francesco Totti said he believes in this team and I like that. He is like a beacon for the others and if he believes then all the others can believe too. We are hungry like the wolf and very determined, as every time we score it feels like netting in a World Cup Final. “However, if we win in Turin then I’ll focus only on lowering the enthusiasm level around the team. If we win, then we’ll be only two points off the top and you’ll talk about the Scudetto, but there’s a long way to go yet. All that matters now is to have the best performance in Turin.” 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 Conte: 'Roma pub talk provocation' Jan 4, 2014 Antonio Conte hit back at Francesco Totti’s “pub talk provocation” and said Juventus will “respond on the pitch” to Roma. http://markting10.nl/ There are five points separating the sides at the top of the Serie A table and they go head-to-head on Sunday at 20.45 CET. Roma captain Totti and midfielder Daniele De Rossi stoked the flames this week by suggesting their team was “better” than Juve. “When there is pub talk provocation, you have to take it as a joke and relax,” said Conte in his Press conference. http://markting10.nl/ “I don’t want to respond to Totti and De Rossi’s comments, as I am accustomed to responding on the pitch. In the last two and a half years we gave a very clear response on the pitch, so... “It seems to me that in Italy the controversy in the papers has more importance than what happens in a match situation. Instead, words are swept away on the air and facts are all that matter.” Some have compared Rudi Garcia’s unbeaten Roma to the first year of Conte’s Juventus, rising from previous disastrous campaigns. http://markting10.nl/ “They are similar journeys, as they started three years ago with Luis Enrique and during this period we won two Scudetti and two Super Cups. “There were probably some mistakes on the market and in choosing certain men, but Roma invested more than anyone. We have been winning for three years with no mistakes and I think that is being ignored. It might seem easy, but our work has been extraordinary. “I spoke to Garcia when we were here for the Super Cup and immediately realised this is a smart person aware of the work he had to do. He settled into a difficult atmosphere, but was fortunate to find himself at a club coming off two bad seasons – a bit like what happened to me. http://markting10.nl/ “Roma’s main strength is their belief. They are still unbeaten and can go the whole season like that. We too had stronger sides facing us in 2010, so it’ll be our job to keep them behind us, well aware other teams like Napoli are ready to dive in.” Andrea Pirlo is ready for his comeback after five weeks out, while Carlos Tevez returned late from Argentina due to a family problem and Andrea Barzagli limped off during a friendly this week. “I have three doubts: Barzagli, Tevez and Pirlo. I will make my decision, but without fear, aware that I have a squad I can always count on.” 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 Roma squad for Juventus Jan 4, 2014 Federico Balzaretti is the only absentee as Roma bring the full squad to Turin for tomorrow’s Juventus clash. http://markting10.nl/ The top of the table showdown kicks off at 19.45 GMT on Sunday, click here for a match preview. Full-back Balzaretti is the only man still on the treatment table, as Alessandro Florenzi and Marco Borriello have shaken off injuries. Daniele De Rossi and Kevin Strootman also return from their one-match bans. http://markting10.nl/ Roma squad for Juventus: Benatia, Borriello, Bradley, Burdisso, Caprari, Castan, De Rossi, De Sanctis, Destro, Dodo, Florenzi, Gervinho, Jedvaj, Ljajic, Lobont, Maicon, Marquinho, Pjanic, Ricci, Romagnoli, Skorupski, Strootman, Taddei, Torosidis, Totti http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Trezeguet: Pogba should stay at Juventus The France midfielder has been linked with the likes of Real Madrid in recent months but his compatriot feels it would be foolish to leave a "club on the rise". Jan 4, 2014 David Trezeguet has urged Paul Pogba to resist advances from elsewhere and remain at Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ The France international has established himself as one of the most impressive young midfielders in the world since joining the Bianconeri from Manchester United in the summer of 2012. Consequently, he has reportedly caught the attention of the likes of Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, but Juventus legend Trezeguet can see no reason why his compatriot would want to leave Turin. "I have spoken very little with him," the 36-year-old told giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. "But, for me, he should stay at Juventus. I would strongly advise him to do that. http://markting10.nl/ "For someone like him, it is important to stay. He's playing and Juventus are a club on the rise. They will get even better." Trezeguet is currently plying his trade in Argentina with Newell's Old Boys and the ex-France forward has revealed that he has already spoken with Juventus chairman Andrea Agnelli about taking on an ambassadorial role when he finally hangs up his boots. "I think I could be able to help Juventus in South America," the Euro 2000 hero explained. "This club has a great image and is now growing with all these South American players that are doing very well. http://markting10.nl/ "But it is a continent that they could exploit even better with and I could lend a hand to Juventus. "I spoke with Andrea Agnelli about what possibilities there are for me. I could be a Juventus ambassador, but also something more. http://markting10.nl/ "I did a sporting director course, which is endorsed by FIFA. I'm also doing the course as a coach, but I see my future more as a director or scout. "I could travel around South America to assess talents or help Juve in other ways in the territory."

Pogba will not leave Juventus, insists Marotta The French midfielder has been heavily linked with Paris Saint-Germain but the Bianconeri director is convinced he will sign a new contract to stay in Turin. Jan 4, 2014 Juventus director general Beppe Marotta has once more insisted the club will not entertain any offers for Paul Pogba. http://markting10.nl/ The France starlet has established himself as a pivotal player for the Italian champions since his free transfer from Manchester United in the summer of 2012, with Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-Germain eager to secure a deal for his signature at the end of the season after watching his development in Serie A. Pogba himself fanned the flames of speculation by admitting he once dreamed of playing for Barcelona or Arsenal, but Juventus have always maintained they will not consider selling the 20-year-old - and Marotta has once more underlined their determination to keep him in Turin. http://markting10.nl/ "There is nothing more to add," Marotta told Tuttosport when asked of PSG's interest. "We've no intention of selling Pogba. On the contrary, he'll renew his contract." Pogba's current deal with Juve expires in 2016.

Llorente shares Trez mentality Jan 4, 2014 Fernando Llorente is impressed with Roma and tells fans he has “the same mentality as David Trezeguet.” http://markting10.nl/ “The Giallorossi had a sensational start to the season and their form made it a bit difficult for us, but then we emerged and proved our great solidity,” Llorente told Sky Sport Italia. “We want to put in a super performance against Roma. And that is exactly what we’ll do.” Former Juve legend Trezeguet will be at the stadium to salute fans before kick-off tomorrow evening. http://markting10.nl/ “We are certainly different players, but I have the same mentality as Trezeguet. We try to do our best by helping the team to win the League. “David is a player who made history, whereas I have just arrived and still need to do so much in order to get his results.” http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri’s campaign suffered a heavy blow with surprise Champions League elimination, but can be motivated by the fact the Europa League Final is at the Juventus Stadium in May. “Juve can win the Europa League. It might not be at the same level as the Champions League, but I have experienced it and can say it’s not remotely easy. I want to win everything with Juve and am helping the team to achieve that.”

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Gervinho: 'Juve-Roma game changer' Jan 4, 2014 Gervinho believes Sunday night’s Juventus-Roma match “can change the season” and made a curious pledge to fans. http://markting10.nl/ Only five points separate them at the top of the table going into tomorrow’s clash, which kicks off at 19.45 GMT. Click here for a match preview. “When I arrived everyone talked about Lazio and it seemed as if the only objective of the year was to win the Rome Derby,” the Ivorian told La Stampa. “You can see the horizons have been expanded now, because this week I realised the rivalry doesn’t end at the city walls. http://markting10.nl/ “We’re talking about a battle for first place and to beat Juventus means getting close to the leadership. Whether it’s Arsenal-Manchester United or Juve-Roma, it is still a game that if you win can change the season. “There are also particular rivalries between the fans. In London there was Arsenal-Tottenham, but our role is to do our best on the pitch, then the supporters can put what significance they want on to it. “My job is to help the fans feel content when they get their post-match beer.” http://markting10.nl/ The Giallorossi are still unbeaten under Rudi Garcia and Gervinho won’t shy away from Scudetto dreams. “Our objective for this season remains Champions League qualification. We are aware of how well organised Juventus are, but if we look at Roma’s players, the number of internationals and the Coach, then we have all the elements needed to believe in more.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Juve: 'We won't sell Pogba' Jan 4, 2014 Juventus dg Beppe Marotta reiterated “we’ve no intention of selling Paul Pogba. On the contrary, he’ll renew his contract.” http://markting10.nl/ The French midfielder arrived on a free transfer from Manchester United and has quickly climbed through the ranks to become a key figure for both club and country. “There is nothing more to add,” Marotta told Tuttosport when asked about a Paris Saint-Germain offer. “We’ve no intention of selling Pogba. On the contrary, he’ll renew his contract.” http://markting10.nl/ Negotiations to extend the 20-year-old’s deal are at an advanced stage. Meanwhile, the paper also suggests Juve’s January transfer targets include Cagliari midfielder Radja Nainggolan, Parma winger Jonathan Biabiany and Manchester United’s Nani.

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Chiellini: Roma must prove themselves against Juventus The defender insists his side have proven they are Italy's strongest with their performances in recent seasons after Francesco Totti suggested they are helped by officials. Jan 4, 2014 Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini is eager to put Roma's unbeaten record to the test when Serie A's top two meet on Sunday. http://markting10.nl/ The defending champions currently hold a five-point lead over Rudi Garcia's men, who sit second and remain unbeaten in the league after 17 matches following their record-breaking, 10-game winning start to the season. Giallorossi star Francesco Totti suggested earlier this term that Juve have benefitted from refereeing decisions so far in the 2013-14 campaign, but Chiellini is determined to prove they deserve to be at the top of the table when the sides meet in Turin. "Over the past two and a half years we have proven to be the strongest on the pitch. We prove it in every game and we want to prove it on Sunday," he told Sportmediaset. http://markting10.nl/ "Roma are doing great in the league, with a start that will go down in history. They are unbeaten and we cannot wait to face them to see if they'll be so good against us, too." Chiellini's defensive partner Leonardo Bonucci went on to praise Roma's improvement under Garcia this season but insists his side are determined to clinch a third-straight Scudetto by staying true to their own style. http://markting10.nl/ "Certainly the team has improved under Garcia, they have important individuals and will definitely do anything to throw a spanner into the works for Juve," he told JTV. "But it's normal that, when you're in front, it all depends on you. With our quality, with our own game, we want to win a third league title in a row." http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

'Totti is wrong - Juventus are stronger than Roma', says Lichtsteiner The Switzerland international maintains the Serie A champions are the better team after the Italian veteran claimed the Giallorossi have greater individual talents. Jan 4, 2014 Juventus wingback Stephan Lichtsteiner insists Francesco Totti was wrong when he claimed Roma have better players than the Bianconeri. http://markting10.nl/ Totti suggested earlier this week that Roma possess greater individuals than the reigning Serie A champions ahead of the sides' meeting in Turin on Sunday, but Lichtsteiner says this is far from the case. "Totti is wrong," the Switzerland international stated to Rai Sport. "We are the better team. Juventus are stronger than Roma. http://markting10.nl/ "It's going to be a great game on Sunday, as both teams want to win, even though it won't be decisive for the title. "In order to win a Scudetto, you need to be consistent throughout the entire season."

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Lichtsteiner: 'Totti wrong about Juve' Jan 4, 2014 Stephan Lichtsteiner fired up tomorrow’s Juventus-Roma by insisting “Francesco Totti is wrong – we are the better team.” http://markting10.nl/ The Scudetto showdown kicks off in Turin on Sunday at 20.45 CET. “On an individual basis, one against one, we are better than Juve, but they are better as a team,” said Totti. “The difference is that they have known each other for a while, and they’ve won which helps you to win.” http://markting10.nl/ However, Bianconeri winger Lichtsteiner – a former Lazio player who has faced Totti in the Rome Derby – hit back. “Totti is wrong,” the Swiss international told Rai Sport. “We are the better team. Juventus are stronger than Roma. It is going to be a great game on Sunday, as both teams want to win, even though it won’t be decisive for the title. http://markting10.nl/ “In order to win a Scudetto, you need to be consistent throughout the entire season.” Roma are still unbeaten under Rudi Garcia, but are five points behind current Serie A leaders Juve. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Juve working on Pogba extension Jan 3, 2014 Juventus are working behind the scenes to tie down Paul Pogba to a long-term contract, reports suggest. http://markting10.nl/ Respected Sky journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has written on his official website this evening that the Bianconeri are continuing to try and get the France international to commit to the club. Paris Saint-Germain are said to be extremely keen on signing the youngster, but Juve are optimistic that Pogba will sign on the dotted line soon. http://markting10.nl/ The Turin outfit have already tied Arturo Vidal to a new deal this season, and are hoping to do the same with the 20-year-old in the near future.

JUVENTUS - ROMA January 5, 2014 - 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Nicola Rizzoli Lippi fears 'boring' Serie A The 65-year-old is concerned the title race could be over if Juventus beat Roma on Sunday and extend their lead at the top of the division. Jan 3, 2014 Former Juventus coach Marcello Lippi believes the Bianconeri could sew up a third straight Serie A title if they beat Roma, but fears a win for Antonio Conte's side will make the division boring. http://markting10.nl/ The Guangzhou Evergrande boss commended unbeaten Roma for their efforts so far this season - which sees the Giallorossi five points adrift of Juve, but insists they cannot afford a slip up on Sunday if they wish to stay in the title race. “Roma are playing an unbelievable championship but cannot lose in Turin if they are to keep the excitement alive," Lippi told RaiSport. “If Juve win on Sunday, the league would become boring.” http://markting10.nl/ The reigning Serie A champions have dropped just five points so far and victory over their nearest rivals would put them eight points clear at the top of the division. Meanwhile, Lippi also took time offer his sympathy towards current Italy boss Cesare Prandelli, as a result of national side's relationship with the Italian press ahead of World Cup 2014. “I've been there myself, just before the World Cup in Germany. In Italy there is only desire for sensationalism, especially when there are big characters within the squad.” 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 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