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Lippi: Juve need to believe Oct 9, 2013 Marcello Lippi has outlined how he sees Juventus as capable of playing ‘two great games’ against Real Madrid in the Champions League. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri will come up against Carlo Ancelotti’s Madrid in matchdays three and four of the Champions League group phase continuing later this month. Juve have won four of the last five matches between the two teams in the competition and the author of more than one of those is optimistic for Antonio Conte’s chances of continuing the run. “We always did well - when we went to Madrid and back in Turin,” mused Lippi to Tuttosport today. http://markting10.nl/ “Yes, as far as I am concerned I have only great memories - the narrow defeat in Spain and then the home victory in the knockout stages to progress to the next round and the semi-finals. “Of course, now this is not the knockout phase this time, but these remain two very important games - a win would again give great impetus to Juventus’ season. “The recipe is…simple - belief in their own ability, no awe of the opponent, organisation. The important thing is to believe and this Juve is very similar to my Juventus - they have all the characteristics that they need. “Besides, Madrid are not so brilliant, so… You will see, we can expect two great games from Juventus.” http://markting10.nl/ The World Cup-winning tactician cast his eye over the start to the Serie A season, which sees Roma leading the way. “It’s really a great championship. It is as I said it would be, that if Roma found themselves well with a new Coach, that they would have a great season. And they have started with great success. “Then there is a Napoli that is solid, combative, with quality. And I do not disregard even Fiorentina - I note with pleasure that Beppe Rossi is back to his level. http://markting10.nl/ “Juve? They are taken for granted. In my grid they are in pole position. And they are as strong as before, more than before. “I read and hear of a drop in hunger, grit, but I do not think so. They have simply changed the expectations of the surrounding environment, but in reality I believe that a team of Antonio Conte’s remains favourite, ready to repeat itself.”

Pogba: I love Juventus Oct 9, 2013 Paul Pogba has reflected on his future at Juventus, why he chose Serie A, how Milan was a possible turning point this term and on trying to beat Real Madrid. http://markting10.nl/ The Frenchman has impressed in his opening work with the Bianconeri and has subsequently attracted speculation regarding his future. “The fans of Juve are afraid of losing me? I am still not anyone. What have I done? Nothing in fact,” offered Pogba as reassurance in today’s edition of the giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. “I look to Pirlo and Buffon, and I know what it takes to be a true champion. Those two have won it all, they are greats, but they do not give an inch, even in training. “Juve for life? Certain promises do not make sense, I will not kid anyone. How can I today determine my whole career? It makes no sense. http://markting10.nl/ “And then I look at now and say that I am happy here in Turin, I love everything about this club - the managers, the Coaches, my teammates and the fans. And at the moment I do not see myself anywhere that isn’t Juventus.” Pogba is into a second season with the Bianconeri having joined in 2012 after allowing his Manchester United contract to run down. “Why did I choose Italy? Serie A is the university of football, especially at a tactical level. A midfielder who breaks through in Italy can really aspire to be the best in the world in his position. “I said to myself: ‘Paul, Italy is the shortcut to a more secure breakthrough’. And then, of course, was the call of Juventus, one of the biggest clubs in the world… http://markting10.nl/ “I am lucky and I lucked into Antonio Conte. I’m getting better every day. Conte works, hammers, he is not satisfied, hungry, and just wants to win. “I could not ask for anything better as a teacher at this stage of my career. [France Coach Didier] Deschamps is also very similar to Conte.” The midfielder considered his reference points in the game and at his current club. “From the start my idol was Ricky Kaka, whilst I have modelled myself on two players - Yaya Toure and Abou Diaby, even in physical aspects. I am very similar to them. “At Juve, Pirlo, Marchisio and Vidal are my references. In each training session I try to steal something from them. http://markting10.nl/ “One can reach perfection with the technique of Claudio, the aggressiveness of Arturo and the brilliant and clean movement of Andrea.” Juve are so far third in Serie A, two points behind leaders Roma. “I have seen on TV the Giallorossi in particular, I have watched them, they are very strong, they have great players, but if we find our football then no-one can stop us. “What are we still not getting right? We concede too many goals, often for our distractions, something that should not exist when you have the best defence in the world. http://markting10.nl/ “Yes we are as strong as ever for who we have, this is a question of something in general. And to me it is clear - we need the Juve of last year, the one that went into the field to tear apart opponents, who hit and frightened everyone right from the start, that did not slow up for 90 minutes. “We must wake up and immediately find the correct mentality - enough gifts, as you pay in the long run. But, I believe that we have… “Indeed, after the 20 minutes where we were in trouble against Milan, in the League it may prove to be the right spark, the turning point of our season.” http://markting10.nl/ In Europe, Juve are gearing up for a double-header against Real Madrid. “We must pick up points against Real Madrid. I am not worried, we will beat Real Madrid at least once and advance from the group. “We are Juve, we must never forget that. The history, prestige and quality of this club is not inferior to anyone. And for this reason I am not scared of Real Madrid. “Juve are at the level of the largest clubs in Europe. We can win against Madrid.” The 20-year-old was asked of his experiences with racism in Italy. http://markting10.nl/ “The word ‘negro’ is badly used a little everywhere - in Italy, France, England, Spain and even in Africa there are forms of racism. “Often it is sheer ignorance of people saying things that they do not understand. In general, however, it must be given high attention. “Of course it is crazy to be here to talk about certain things in 2013. In the future I would like to become someone more credible in the fight against racism.”

Juventus can upset Real Madrid, says Lippi The former Bianconeri boss is confident that the reigning Italian champions can take down the Spanish giants, who he says have 'not exactly been brilliant' so far this season. Oct 9, 2013 Marcello Lippi believes that Juventus are more than capable of springing a surprise in their upcoming Champions League games against Real Madrid. http://markting10.nl/ The Serie A champions have been struggling to find their best form in Europe and are in danger of missing out on qualification for the group stages after draws against Copenhagen and Galatasaray. Nevertheless, Lippi is confident that they can turn things around in their next two games, against Madrid. "The recipe to beat them is quite simple: you have to believe in your own quality and stay organised," Lippi told Tuttosport. http://markting10.nl/ "A surprise is definitely possible. The key is to believe in a good result. The current Juventus is pretty similar to my Juve and has all the characteristics a team need. "Plus Real Madrid have not exactly been brilliant so far. I have no doubt that Juventus will put in two great performances." Juventus travel to Madrid on October 23, with the Bianconeri hosting the Spanish giants in Turin two weeks later.

Pogba: Juventus will beat Real Madrid at least once The fearless France international says he is not remotely frightened by the prospect of having to pick up points from their double-header with los Blancos. Oct 9, 2013 Paul Pogba says he is not in the least bit afraid of Real Madrid, claiming that Juventus will win "at least" one of their upcoming Champions League clashes with the Spanish giants. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri have drawn their opening two games in Group B, against Copenhagen and Galatasaray, meaning they must pick up points in their double-header against los Blancos if they are to have a real chance of progressing to the knockout stages. On paper, it looks like a daunting task, but Pogba is not in the least bit perturbed by the prospect of first travelling to the Santiago Bernabeu on October 23 in search of a positive result. "There's nothing to fear," the 20-year-old France international told giornalaccio rosa dello Sport. "We will beat Real at least once and we will go forward. "We are Juve; we must never forget that. Because of the history, prestige and quality of this club, we are inferior to no-one. "And for this reason, Real Madrid do not scare me. Juventus is on the same level of all the European greats. "We can even win in Madrid." http://markting10.nl/ Just over a year after leaving Manchester United for Juventus, Pogba has established himself as one of the most exciting young midfielders in the game. However, he says all the praise he is currently receiving will not go to his head, as he has two perfect role models at Juventus in Andrea Pirlo and Gianluigi Buffon. "I'm still nobody; What have I done? Nothing at all," the France international reasoned. "I look at Pirlo and Buffon, and I learn about what it is to be a true champion. "Those two have won it all, they are monsters, but they do not give an inch - not even in training." Even though he only arrived in Turin last summer, there has been speculation that Pogba could soon be lured away by another member of Europe's elite, with even Madrid mentioned as a possible destination. http://markting10.nl/ The Under-20 World Cup winner freely admits that he does not know what the future holds for him, but is still keen to reassure Juventus fan that he is loving life in Italy. "Certain promises are meaningless," Pogba mused. "How can someone today make an hypothesis on an entire career? I don't take anyone for a ride. "And so, I look at the present and I say that I 'm happy here in Turin. "I love everything about this club: directors, coaches , team-mates and fans. And, at the moment, I do not see anywhere else other than Juventus." Pogba is currently away on international duty with France.

Pogba was a huge loss to Manchester United, says Evra The France defender has hailed the midfielder's power and aggression and says he was highly thought of by both Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes during his time at Old Trafford. Oct 8, 2013 Patrice Evra says Paul Pogba's decision to leave Manchester United for Juventus was a “truly a huge loss” for the club. The France international left Old Trafford in the summer of 2012, going on to win the Serie A title in his first season with Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ However, Evra has hailed Pogba’s qualities and says he was well-respected at the club, particularly by some of the Red Devils' most experienced players. “Pogba's talent on the pitch, his aggression, his presence, is very rare," said Evra told French TV station TF1. “He very quickly earned the respect of players like Ryan Giggs and Paul Scholes. “It’s true that have you have to win over the manager too, but to have won the dressing room like he did [was impressive]. “It was truly a huge loss when he left the club.” http://markting10.nl/ The powerful midfielder has recently blamed Sir Alex Ferguson for his decision to leave the club, particularly after he was left out of a game, in a match United went on to lose 3-2. "Against Blackburn, on December 31, 2011, I was on the bench. Ferguson puts Rafael in midfield with Ji Sung Park. Then I gave up. I was really bummed," he told Telefoot. "I joined Juve to silence people who have criticised me, who did not believe in me and said that I would fail."

Marchisio: I fear Roma more than Napoli Rudi Garcia's men currently top Serie A with seven wins from seven, and the Italy international believes they will be fired up for success this season after recent disappointment. Oct 8, 2013 Juventus midfielder Claudio Marchisio believes Roma are more of a threat to his side's Serie A crown this season than last year's runners-up Napoli. The Giallorossi have won all seven of their opening games in this season's Scudetto, with a convincing 3-0 away win at Inter on Saturday maintaining their two-point lead over both the champions and Rafa Benitez's side. http://markting10.nl/ Marchisio believes Rudi Garcia has had a major impact on the capital club's revival this term and believes that, without European competition as a distraction, they will be fully focused on returning to the top of Italian football in 2013-14. "In the long run, I fear Roma more than Napoli," the Italy international told reporters. "They haven't changed much, they have lots of quality, and you can see the hand of the coach that's raising them up. "The Giallorossi have no European commitments and want to rebuild after a couple of disappointing seasons. Maybe they are hungrier than us. This will help their concentration and will to win. http://markting10.nl/ "Of course, we must see if Roma can sustain this rhythm." Juventus secured a hard-fought win over AC Milan last weekend to maintain the pressure on Roma, and Marchisio was pleased to see his side recover their clinical edge against Massimiliano Allegri's men following a disappointing Champions League draw with Galatasaray. "On Sunday, we were more cynical than in previous games," added the 27-year-old. "It was important to get the three points as Roma and Napoli are not losing points."

Andrea Pirlo 'not interested' in Real Madrid move Oct 8, 2013 Juventus midfielder Andrea Pirlo will reportedly turn down the chance to join Real Madrid at the end of the season. The Italian international is expected to depart Juve next summer when his contract comes to an end, with a number of clubs monitoring developments. http://markting10.nl/ Madrid and Tottenham Hotspur are believed to be interested in the 34-year-old, but according to the Daily Mail, Pirlo will turn down the Spanish giants as he attempts to secure assurances about regular playing time. Pirlo, who has also played for Inter Milan and AC Milan, has made 104 appearances for the Italian national team.

Juve ultras join protest Oct 8, 2013 Juventus ultras have joined Milan and Inter with their invitation to break the rules, forcing the closure of all stadiums. http://markting10.nl/ The protest movement is spreading after Milan were ordered to play their next home game against Udinese behind closed doors for chants insulting Neapolitans. This is an extension of the rules introduced to combat racism in stadiums, but the ultras protest this is trying to stamp out traditional inter-city rivalry that has always existed. Inter ultras showed solidarity with Milan and now the Juventus ‘Fighters – Curva Sud Scirea’ have joined in. “This is just another pointless and unconstitutional mechanism to discriminate against the ultras, condemning freedom of speech,” read the Juve ultras statement. http://markting10.nl/ “During the next game in Florence on October 20 we invite all the fans to sing along with us those ‘famous’ chants of territorial discrimination. We invite supporters everywhere to unite in our protest by showing banners and singing these chants in every stadium on Friday 18, Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 October.” The plan from the various different groups of ultras is for all of the clubs to receive a ban simultaneously, so that an entire weekend of games will be played behind closed doors.

Lega: 'Troublemakers given control' Oct 8, 2013 Lega Serie A President Maurizio Beretta believes the clampdown on racist or discriminatory abuse is “handing the stadium keys to tiny trouble-making groups.” http://markting10.nl/ The rules to combat racist abuse in stadiums have been expanded to cover ‘territorial discrimination.’ Milan were therefore ordered to play their next home game against Udinese behind closed doors because of chants insulting to Neapolitans. “With these latest sanctions we risk handing the stadium keys and the regularity of the tournament to tiny trouble-making groups,” said Beretta. “This is penalising the rights of thousands and thousands of real fans.” http://markting10.nl/ A protest movement is growing within the ultras to counter this clampdown by breaking the rules simultaneously, hoping to force an entire Serie A weekend to be played behind closed doors. The Inter and Juventus ultras have already released statements confirming they will adhere to it in solidarity with their Milan counterparts. They claim insulting people from other towns is not on a par with racist abuse and shouldn’t be penalised with the same severity.

'Juve & Napoli strongest' Oct 8, 2013 Roma defender Federico Balzaretti has tried to calm fans’ expectations, claiming that Juventus and Napoli are still Scudetto favourites. http://markting10.nl/ The capital club have enjoyed a superb start to the season, winning their first seven games and sitting atop Serie A. The full-back though, has insisted that it is still too early for the League to be decided, whilst also commenting on Francesco Totti’s superb opening weeks of the season. “We have made a great start to the season,” he told reporters. “But Juventus and Napoli are still the strongest teams in the League. “We are playing some great football at the moment and changing the way people think about Italian football. http://markting10.nl/ “First and foremost comes the person, and Totti is a fantastic man. “He is 37-years-old and is the total professional.”

Evra: Pogba a huge loss Oct 8, 2013 Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has claimed that Paul Pogba’s move to Juventus was a ‘huge loss’. http://markting10.nl/ The French midfielder left Old Trafford in 2011 to sign on a free for the Bianconeri, and his countryman has admitted it was a massive departure for the Premier League team. “Someone with Pogba’s talent and personality are rare things,” Evra told reporters. “He was a boy who was respected by the older players like Giggs and Scholes. “Even if he did not make an impression on the Coach, he made an impression on his teammates. http://markting10.nl/ “It was a huge loss for us.”

Juventus worried by Pirlo call Oct 8, 2013 Juventus boss Antonio Conte is reportedly unhappy with Andrea Pirlo’s call-up to the latest Italian international squad. According to Tuttosport, the Bianconeri were expecting Cesare Prandelli to omit the 34-year-old for the games against Denmark and Armenia. http://markting10.nl/ Although Pirlo remains a key figure for the Azzurri, the Italians have already qualified for Brazil 2014 so the results of their final two World Cup qualifiers will be irrelevant. The playmaker has played in eight games for the Old Lady so far this term – six in Serie A and two in the Champions League. He also played in the Italian Super Cup Final. Juventus wanted him rested ahead of the Week 8 game at Fiorentina. http://markting10.nl/ Pirlo has been joined by teammates Gigi Buffon, Leonardo Bonucci, Giorgio Chiellini and Claudio Marchisio at Coverciano. The Azzurri didn’t select Andrea Barzagli this time around as the stopper has struggled with a tendon problem since the start of the campaign.

Juventus’ Marchisio fears Roma Oct 8, 2013 Claudio Marchisio has named Roma as Juventus’ biggest challengers in the fight for the 2013-14 Scudetto. http://markting10.nl/ The Old Lady began the campaign as favourites to win a third straight title, but the Giallorossi have started the season with seven wins out of seven. “Looking at things in the long term, I fear Rudi Garcia’s side more than anyone else,” the midfielder told the Corriere dello Sport. “They’ve not changed too much, they’ve added quality players and you can see that the Coach is getting the best out of them. “Roma don’t have any European commitments this season and they want to hit back after two disappointing campaigns. “Perhaps they have more hunger than us and that is why we will need even more focus and the desire to win.” http://markting10.nl/ Roma may have a 100 per cent record, but Napoli and Juventus are only two points behind them in the standings. “We’ll have to see whether Roma can keep up this pace, whereas Napoli, as shown over the last few seasons, will maintain an important rhythm until the end.” Serie A will resume in Week 8 after the international break with Roma-Napoli and Fiorentina-Juventus.

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance: 38000‎ Mexes banned for four games over Chiellini punch The Frenchman appeared to strike the Bianconeri centre-half in the back of the head as the two competed for a corner during the second half of the game in Turin. Oct 7, 2013 AC Milan have been rocked by the news that defender Philippe Mexes has been hit with a four-game ban for punching Juventus counterpart Giorgio Chiellini. http://markting10.nl/ The incident occurred six minutes into the second half of Sunday night's Serie A meeting in Turin, with the France international appearing to strike the Bianconeri centre-half in the back of the head after they had both attempted to connect with an Andrea Pirlo corner. An enraged Chiellini later called for Mexes to be "heavily punished" and Lega Serie have now confirmed that the Rossoneri ace has been suspended for four games. http://markting10.nl/ The ruling body explained that one game related to the 31-year-old's later dismissal for a second bookable offence, with the other three games the result of the player having been found guilty of violent conduct courtesy of televisual evidence supplied by broadcaster Sky Sport Italia. Mexes' ban is a major blow for a Rossoneri side that has already shipped 13 goals in seven games so far this season. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance: 38000‎ Zaccardo: Milan must improve The defender knows that the Rossoneri have a lot to work on if they are to finish in the top three but he feels the return of some key players from injury will aid their cause. Oct 7, 2013 Cristian Zaccardo has admitted that AC Milan have much room for improvement following their 3-2 defeat at Juventus on Sunday. The Rossoneri currently sit 12th in Serie A, with only eight points from seven games, and although their 31-year-old full-back was pleased by his side's performance in Turin, he feels that they will have to step up their game if they are to finish in the top three again this term. http://markting10.nl/ "It was a balanced game," the 31-year-old told the club's official website. "We maintained good ball possession and nearly earned a draw. "But while the performance was there, it's the results that matter. "We work hard because we know that we need to improve. We are all ready, no matter who is on the pitch. The important thing is to win." http://markting10.nl/ The defender feels the return of Stephan El Sharaawy, Kaka and Giampaolo Pazzini, all of whom are currently out injured, will give his team a huge boost. "With the recovery of the injured players the coach will have more choice and we are all ready to give our best and our contribution," the Italian argued. Massimiliano Allegri's men will resume their Serie A campaign after the international break with a home game against Udinese. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance: 38000‎ Juventus deserved Milan win - Giovinco The Italy international has hailed his side's performance against the Rossoneri on Sunday and was very pleased with his first goal of the season. Oct 7, 2013 Sebastian Giovinco has voiced his delight with Juventus' 3-2 Serie A win over AC Milan on Sunday evening and feels the reigning champions fully deserved the full three points. http://markting10.nl/ The Bianconeri fell 1-0 behind after just 20 seconds of play following Sulley Muntari's opener, but bounced back as Andrea Pirlo, Giovinco and Giorgio Chiellini all found the net before Muntari doubled his tally. "We put in a good performance and deserved the victory, despite the occasional lapses in concentration that we paid dearly for," Giovinco was quoted as saying on the club's official website. http://markting10.nl/ "We conceded from their first opportunity, we need to try and concentrate for the entire game. But we played well apart from those opening 10 minutes and I think it’s an important win." Giovinco then went on to discuss his goal and admitted that he was delighted to find the net for the first time in 2013-14. "All goals are important. If you score on an evening like this it’s a different feeling and I’m very happy." Juventus currently sit third in Serie A, trailing leaders Roma by two points. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Marchisio: Juventus don't deserve criticism The Italy international believes the Bianconeri are on the right track as they look to win a third consecutive Serie A title. Oct 7, 2013 Claudio Marchisio feels that Juventus have been unfairly criticised in the opening months of the 2013-14 campaign following their 3-2 league win over AC Milan on Sunday evening. The reigning champions currently sit third in the table, but Marchisio feels there's no reason for negativity just because they don't lead Serie A seven games into the season. http://markting10.nl/ "I don't think we deserve the criticism. It’s because they’re used to seeing us at the top of the pile," Marchisio told reporters. "But Roma are currently doing positive things and have the advantage of not playing in Europe. That’s why winning against Milan was all the more important, enabling us to stay in touch with them. "Finding yourselves behind after 20 seconds doesn’t help, but once again we were capable of reacting strongly, overturning the deficit and clinching three vital points." Juventus are trailing leaders Roma by two points.

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance: 38000‎ Conte: Giovinco has proven Juventus fans wrong Some sections of the club's support have been extremely critical of the forward's performances but he scored a crucial goal against AC Milan on Sunday night. Oct 7, 2013 Juventus coach Antonio Conte says Sebastian Giovinco has proven the fans that turned against him wrong for having done so. The 26-year-old attacker scored within two minutes of coming on in place of Fabio Quagliarella in Sunday night's 3-2 win over AC Milan, as the Bianconeri came from behind to earn three vital points. http://markting10.nl/ Conte hopes the forward’s influential contribution in such a big game will finally secure him the full support of the club’s followers. "I am glad that after being asked by people so many times about this Giovinco finally scored a decisive goal," the Juve boss told Sky Sport Italia. "I am happy for Seba, as he gets too much criticism from the Juve fans. "It is not fair, as he is as good as the other strikers and needs support. I hope the rapport with the supporters can improve because of this goal." http://markting10.nl/ The dramatic victory against the 10 men of Milan, who had Philippe Mexes sent off, saw the back-to-back Serie A champions continue a strong start to the new campaign by making it 19 points from seven matches. Conte said he had to be impressed with such a points return but did admit his side still need to sharpen up, after conceding the opening goal for the sixth time in their last seven outings. He continued: "When the fixture list was drawn up, everyone said we had been given a really tough start. I would have been more than happy with six wins and a draw by this stage. http://markting10.nl/ "It was a good performance tonight, but we have to improve. At the moment we are conceding with the first shot on target, so that is an element of bad luck but also our own mistakes. "We have been living with this situation for a while. It is almost as if we need a slap to wake us up. The first goal today was crazy, I almost didn't see Milan had scored after 20 seconds. "After that, we did well to get back on our feet against a strong Milan side." Following the international break, Juve will be back in action with a tricky clash away to Fiorentina, followed by a trip to the Bernabeu to play Real Madrid in the Champions League. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Vialli suggests Pirlo-Spurs contact Oct 7, 2013 Gianluca Vialli has ignited rumours that Andrea Pirlo could leave Juventus for Tottenham at the end of the season. Speaking on Sky Sport Italia last after Pirlo scored in the 3-2 win over former club Milan, Vialli suggested a move to the Premiership was a possibility. http://markting10.nl/ “I’ve heard rumours from England that there has been contact between Pirlo and Tottenham for next season,” said the ex-Old Lady captain. The 34-year-old’s future in Turin is unclear at this moment in time given that his contract is set to expire. The playmaker signed a three-year contract with the Bianconeri in 2011 when he left the San Siro giants on a Bosman free transfer. Juventus and Pirlo are understood to have put talks regarding a new deal on hold until the start of next year. The Italian international is ready to put pen to paper on new terms at the Juventus Stadium, but he wants games in return. http://markting10.nl/ “I’ll certainly play on, we’ll just have to see where,” he told the giornalaccio rosa dello Sport in August. “Juve are my priority, but I don’t want to be a weight for anybody. The years go by, but it is not written that I have to stay here just because I am called Pirlo. “I want to feel important and a part of the side’s success, otherwise I’ll leave. But I want to underline that it won’t be a problem about money or choosing between one club and another. “If I had to change, perhaps I’ll go abroad. I’ll certainly continue playing for a high level team.”

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance:‬ 38000‎ Marchisio keeping Roma close Oct 7, 2013 Juventus’ Claudio Marchisio has underlined how important the win against Milan was on Sunday night. “We had to stay in touch with Roma.” The Old Lady went into the game five points behind the Giallorossi given that the capital club have won all seven of their League games so far. http://markting10.nl/ “Roma are currently doing positive things and have the advantage of not playing in Europe,” the midfielder noted. “That’s why winning today was all the more important. It enabled us to stay in touch with them up top. We played well, we put in a good performance.” The Turin giants did make things tough for themselves though after again falling a goal down – something which has haunted them so far this term. “Tonight we conceded goals because of individual errors and because of a little misfortune,” added the 27-year-old. http://markting10.nl/ “We can’t allow ourselves to be distracted, because the first mistake we make results in us conceding. We have to stay focused until the very end, we’ve seen that in the Champions League. “Finding yourselves behind after 20 seconds doesn’t help, but once again we were capable of reacting strongly, overturning the deficit and clinching three vital points. “We know that this season will be harder than in the past, but we will still give it a good go.” Juventus will be away at Fiorentina in Week 8 once the international break is over. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance: 38000‎ Allegri: Milan just made more mistakes than Juventus The Rossoneri coach felt that his side gave as good as they got in Turin but that they ultimately paid the price for gifting their hosts too many chances. Oct 6, 2013 AC Milan boss Massimiliano Allegri was left lamenting his side's sloppiness after Sunday's 3-2 defeat at Juventus. Sulley Muntari put the Rossoneri ahead inside the opening 20 seconds but the hosts levelled through Andrea Pirlo before surging clear in the second half with goals from Sebastian Giovinco and Giorgio Chiellini either side of Philippe Mexes. http://markting10.nl/ Despite their numerica advantage, Milan kept battling right until the end and pulled a goal back through Muntari, again, but they were unable to salvage a point, with Allegri arguing that they had ultimately paid the price for an error-strewn display. "It was a good performance, though we made a few mistakes and allowed Juventus too many chances," the Rossoneri boss told Sky Italia. "Both sides did well, but we made more errors than they did. On the first goal, we lost the ball in our own half and sparked a counter (and were) forced to give the free-kick. It's normal between two quality sides that a mistake will be paid for. http://markting10.nl/ "I'd say overall in terms of performance that the team allowed little to Juventus, although we should have closed down their long-range shooters earlier. "It's a long season, there is time to recover and we will do everything possible to achieve that. We'll see before the Christmas break where we are." Milan's defeat - their third of the season - leaves them 12th in Serie A, 13 points behind leaders Roma. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance:‬ 38000‎ Conte: 'Juve needed a slap' Antonio Conte was happy for Sebastian Giovinco, even if Juventus “needed a slap to wake us up” against Milan. Oct 6, 2013 The Bianconeri had gone behind after 19 seconds in Turin, but fought back for a 3-2 victory, so have dropped points in only one game this season. “When the fixture list was drawn up, everyone said we’d have a really tough start. I’d have been more than happy with six wins and a draw by this stage,” he told Sky Sport Italia. http://markting10.nl/ “It was a good performance tonight, but we have to improve. At the moment we concede with the first shot on target, so that’s bad luck but also our own mistakes. We have been living with this situation for a while; it’s almost as if we need a slap to wake us up... “Today was crazy, as I almost didn’t notice Milan had scored after 20 seconds. We did well to get back on our feet against a strong Milan.” Giovinco came off the bench and scored within two minutes, proving to be an inspired substitution. “I thought I’d made an inspired substitution against Galatasaray on Wednesday, but then we conceded the equaliser and everyone said I’d made terrible decisions,” he smiled. http://markting10.nl/ “It is all based on the result, whereas the evaluation of a team must go beyond that. I am glad that after so many times people asked about this, Giovinco finally scored a decisive goal. I am happy for Seba, as he gets too much criticism from the Juve fans. It’s not fair, as he is as good as the other strikers and needs support. I hope the rapport with the supporters can improve because of this goal.” Conte lambasted critics in Saturday’s Press conference and maintained that approach after this victory. “I am not surprised, as we’ve won for the last two years and this season will be very difficult. History proves that, as the only Juventus side to win three in a row was from 1930-35. http://markting10.nl/ “We all have to understand this – the players, staff, club and fans. We need to be very united and realise the critics will always try to destabilise us and cause problems.” When asked if this ‘us against the world’ attitude was reminiscent of Jose Mourinho, Conte seemed affronted. “I said certain things even before Mourinho arrived in Italy. At Siena I was angry with everyone, because we were in second place and still they complained. I am not inspired by anyone, as I simply say what I feel. I’ve been fortunate enough to play at Juventus for 13 years, so I know it’s tough. “Now there’s the break for international duty, followed by another very hard run against Fiorentina and Real Madrid.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

Chiellini: 'Mexes, it's not football' Oct 6, 2013 Giorgio Chiellini hopes Philippe Mexes is banned for punching him in the head. “This is not football.” The Juventus defender scored in the 3-2 victory over Milan, but was also involved in an ugly tussle with the Frenchman – later sent off for a different incident. http://markting10.nl/ “We didn’t have to give an answer to anyone. It’s a victory, but we can’t enjoy it fully as we once again conceded a late goal and risked letting Milan draw. If we’d conceded that Zapata header, we should’ve been left without sleep for a week,” confessed Chiellini on Sky Sport Italia. “If we want to be a great team, we have to improve these things. The first goal I can accept, as it was a ricochet and Muntari reacted well. “We fought back and had finished the game 3-1 up with Milan down to 10, but we almost let them back in.” http://markting10.nl/ He was asked whether he had a particular dedication to make, for example to one of his opponents... “I dedicate it to myself, my girlfriend and my family. As for opponents, the pitch speaks for itself. “Some people are repeat offenders. Toughness and determination in football should be praised, because you have a hard tackle and shake hands, but this is not football. http://markting10.nl/ “This sort of thing needs to be punished heavily, because it is not fair play and it is not football. I’ve had some tough tackles in my time, but I don’t recall ever doing that. “As for the goal, I think I was helped by sliding in because I’m used to that movement, being a defender. It was also my third goal with my right foot in the last two months! I’m not good at using it elsewhere, but at least for the goals it’s nice.”

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance:‬ 38000‎ Allegri: 'It wasn't a punch' Massimiliano Allegri insists Milan “played well” against Juventus and defended Philippe Mexes. “It wasn’t a punch”. Oct 6, 2013 The Rossoneri had taken the lead after 19 seconds, but eventually lost 3-2 and are 13 points adrift of leaders Roma. http://markting10.nl/ “At this moment talking about objectives is almost impossible. We need to get our players back, take it one game at a time and try to climb up the table,” he told Sky Sport Italia. “It was a good performance, though we made a few mistakes and allowed Juventus too many chances. Both sides did well tonight, but we made more errors than they did.” Mexes was sent off for two yellow cards, but should’ve seen red earlier for punching Giorgio Chiellini on the back of the head during a corner. “It wasn’t a punch, it was a tussle in the box and he hit him on the back. If you want to call it a punch, then call it that, but there are a thousand different fouls like that in the box. He didn’t even catch his face. It was absolutely not a punch.” The French defender is expected to face a lengthy ban using video evidence, particularly as he is not new to this sort of behaviour. http://markting10.nl/ “On the first goal we lost the ball in our own half and sparked a counter, forced to give the free kick. It’s normal between two quality sides that a mistake will be paid for. “I’d say overall in terms of performance the team allowed little to Juventus, though we should’ve closed down their long-range shooters earlier. “It’s a long season, there is time to recover and we will do everything possible to achieve that. We’ll see before the Christmas break where we are. “The table right now says we have eight points and so that means we deserve eight points. You don’t have to be a scientist to see Milan aren’t doing well when they only have eight points.” http://markting10.nl/ Andrea Pirlo was man of the match, but Allegri was visibly irritated at being asked about the player he let go. “I’ve been asked this question for four years, it’d be nice to change it once in a while. Andrea is a champion, he hit some wonderful free kicks, but he left Milan three years ago. He left for several different reasons, not because there was no space. “It gets boring to say the same things over and over again. Nobody doubts Pirlo is talented, but then we’d have to talk about all our former players.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

JUVENTUS 3 - 2 MILAN Sulley Ali Muntari (1') Andrea Pirlo (15′) Sebastian Giovinco (69′) Giorgio Chiellini (75′) Sulley Ali Muntari (90') October 6, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Gianluca Rocchi Attendance:‬ 38000‎ Chiellini: Mexes should be punished heavily Despite getting on the scoresheet, the Bianconeri vice-captain was left reeling by a confrontation with his opposite number. Oct 6, 2013 Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini has called for Philippe Mexes to be "punished heavily" for allegedly punching him during Sunday night's 3-2 win over AC Milan. The Bianconeri vice-captain was left seething after the French defender appeared to strike him on the head during the second half of the game in Turin and although Mexes was later given his marching orders for a separate offence, Chiellini feels his opponent should be facing tough retrospective action. http://markting10.nl/ “This sort of thing needs to be punished heavily because it is not fair and it is not football,” the 29-year-old told Sky Italia after the final whistle. “I’ve had some tough tackles in my time, but I don’t recall ever doing that. “Some people are repeat offenders. Tougness and determination in football should be praised, because you have a hard tackle and shake hands, but this is not football.” Milan’s late fight-back did nothing to improve the mood of Chiellini, who was left frustrated by the way his side allowed Massimiliano Allegri’s men back into the match late on. “It’s a victory but we can’t enjoy it fully as we once again conceded a late goal and risked letting Milan draw," the Italy international lamented. “If we’d conceded that Cristian Zapata header, we should’ve been left without sleep for a week. “If we want to be a great team, we have to improve these things.” http://markting10.nl/ It wasn’t all doom and gloom from Chiellini - who now goes off to join Cesare Prandelli’s national squad for Italy’s upcoming World Cup Qualfiers - as he was able to joke about finding the net for the first time in the league this season. “I think I was helped by sliding in because I’m used to that movement, being a defender," he said of the way in which he slid to fire home the rebound from an Andrea Pirlo free kick. “It was also my third goal with my right foot in the last two months. I’m not good at using it elsewhere, but at least for the goals it’s nice.” Juve's victory over Milan draws them back level on points with second-placed Napoli, and just two shy of leaders Roma. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111