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Kolo Muani breaks silence on his Juventus future: ‘Why not?’ Juventus forward Randal Kolo Muani would be glad to remain at Juventus ‘if things continue like this’ and insists he’s happy to cover different positions in the attack: ‘You have to be versatile.’ ............ “My desire is to play and enjoy myself. But if things continue like this, why not? Juventus are the club that opened the doors for me,” he said. Kolo Muani has immediately become the starting centre-forward at the Allianz Stadium, and this is hardly surprising given that coach Thiago Motta played a key role in negotiations during the January transfer window. “I spoke a lot with him before coming here; he explained how he saw things, how we would play,” said Kolo Muani. “That’s what attracted me and pushed me to sign. I didn’t expect my debut to go so well.” ............ “I’m a forward, and nowadays, you have to be versatile,” he said. “So, I feel comfortable both in the centre and on the wing. I prefer playing in open spaces, making runs in behind, and using my speed, but I’m also showing that I can combine in tight spaces, like against Verona, where the goal came from the pass I gave to Locatelli.” ............ “Football is like that. It’s better to take it one game at a time,” Kolo Muani concluded. “I’m happy to face Retegui with Atalanta, I didn’t know him well before, but I’m impressed by how comfortable he is in front of goal and his hunger for scoring.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/kolo-muani-breaks-silence-juventus-why-not/

Juventus submit offer to keep Kolo Muani beyond the summer Juventus director Cristiano Giuntoli is already in talks with PSG to keep Randal Kolo Muani beyond the summer, offering a one-year loan plus an obligation to buy in 2026. Juventus are willing to keep Kolo Muani at the Allianz Stadium in 2025-26 and have reportedly informed PSG about an offer for a new loan deal until June 2026, plus an obligation to buy next season. The French forward joined Juventus on a dry loan deal in the January transfer window, so the Bianconeri must negotiate a new agreement with PSG. ............ The fee to acquire the striker permanently in 2026 would be circa €45-50m. ............ The Bianconeri are eager to reach an agreement before the end of the season because they’ll be playing in the Club World Cup from June 2025 and want Kolo Muani to be part of the squad travelling to the USA next summer. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-offer-keep-kolo-muani-summer/

Pruzzo says Osimhen will ‘join Juventus’ Roma legend Roberto Pruzzo says Victor Osimhen will join Juventus in the summer: ‘It’s a reliable source…’ Osimhen is under contract with Napoli but has been playing for Galatasaray on loan this season after failing to reach agreements for permanent moves to PSG, Chelsea and Al-Ahli over the summer. The Nigerian striker had agreed to a €130m clause when he signed a contract extension with Napoli in 2023, but it will drop to €75m at the end of the season. ............ “I know that Juventus’ next striker will be Osimhen,” the former striker said. “A reliable source close to the Nigerian’s entourage revealed it to me in Florence. They are certain they will be going to Turin next year.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/roma-legend-pruzzo-says-osimhen-will-join-juventus/

Is Khephren Thuram’s development at Juventus going under the radar? Khephren Thuram was not regarded as a marquee signing when Juventus secured his transfer from Nice in the summer. The midfielder arrived in Turin as one of the more underrated talents in Ligue 1, and there were doubts about whether he could step out of the shadow of his brother, who plays for Inter Milan. Additionally, with his father having previously represented Juventus, Thuram faces the challenge of living up to a strong family legacy at the club. However, as he was not the most expensive midfield acquisition by the Bianconeri, his signing largely went under the radar. Despite this, Thuram has quietly delivered impressive performances in Serie A this season. The midfielder has registered three goals and four assists in the league, a commendable return that highlights his growing influence in the team. ............ This lack of spotlight has arguably worked in Thuram’s favour, allowing him to develop away from intense scrutiny. He has quietly thrived, proving to be a valuable asset in midfield and demonstrating his ability to contribute effectively to the team’s attacking play. At 23, Thuram still has plenty of room for growth, and his best years are ahead of him. If he continues on his current trajectory, he has the potential to become one of the most successful signings Juventus have made in recent years. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/is-khephren-thurams-development-at-juventus-going-under-the-radar/

How many seasons does Motta have to win the Scudetto? Many believe Juventus have underperformed this season, despite it being Thiago Motta’s first campaign as their manager. Significant changes took place at the Allianz Stadium at the end of the previous season, with Juventus appointing a new manager and bringing in several new players to fit his system. While the club has recruited well, many of their signings have taken longer than expected to adapt to their style of play, which has contributed to their inconsistency. ............ The Bianconeri have a squad filled with quality players, and the club will do everything possible to ensure they succeed. However, the question remains: how soon can Juventus realistically expect Motta to deliver a Serie A title? In recent weeks, there have been signs of progress, with Juventus appearing to edge back into the title race. This suggests they still have an outside chance of winning the league this season. However, given that the team is in the midst of a rebuild, patience will be required. ............ A realistic expectation would be to allow at least two seasons for the squad to fully develop and establish itself as a dominant force once again. Even next season, fans should be prepared for potential struggles with consistency as the team continues to evolve under Motta’s leadership. By the 2026/27 campaign, however, there should be no excuses. Juventus should be fully rebuilt, and by then, Motta will have had sufficient time to implement his philosophy and establish a team capable of competing for the Scudetto. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-many-seasons-does-motta-have-to-win-the-scudetto/

Has Di Gregorio justified the decision to part with Szczesny? While Michele Di Gregorio was at home alongside his Juventus teammates last night, Wojciech Szczęsny delivered a goalkeeping masterclass for Barcelona against Benfica in the Champions League. ............ In his place, Juventus brought in Di Gregorio as their new first-choice goalkeeper, a move that took some fans by surprise. Given Szczęsny’s consistent performances, many believed he still had a few more years at the top level. However, the club opted for a fresh start with the Italian shot-stopper. Juventus has endured a difficult season, struggling to maintain consistency, but Di Gregorio has generally performed well. ............ Juventus must now move forward and allow Di Gregorio the time and support he needs to develop into a key figure for the team. The former Monza goalkeeper was regarded as the best shot-stopper in Italy before his move to Juventus, and with the right backing, he has the potential to reach Szczęsny’s level. If he continues to receive game time and builds his confidence, he could establish himself as a hero for the club in the years to come. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/has-di-gregorio-justified-the-decision-to-part-with-szczesny/

Juventus could replace Chelsea loanee with Serie A youngster ahead of Club World Cup Juventus are reportedly aiming to strengthen their defence ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, and the solution might just be Diego Coppola. As reported in recent days, the Hellas Verona youngster has emerged as a transfer target for the Bianconeri. The club’s directors reportedly kept a close eye on the Italy U21 starlet when they hosted the Gialloblu at the Allianz Stadium on Monday. ............ Lega Serie A agreed to exceptionally open the summer transfer session earlier than usual based on the request of Juve and Inter who will represent Italian football in the maiden edition of the expanded 32-team tournament. The competition will take place in the United States between June 15th and July 15th. The report believes the Bianconeri will be without Renato Veiga for the international tournament. The 21-year-old Portuguese defender is currently on loan from Chelsea, and his stint with the Bianconeri will expire on June 30th, so Thiago Motta won’t be able to rely on him throughout the tournament. ............ Veiga only joined the Serie A giants on a dry loan, so unless they manage to find a new agreement with Chelsea, the 21-year-old will return to Stamford Bridge in the summer. Therefore, the source claims the Old Lady will try to replace the Portuguese with Coppola who would cost them a transfer fee between 12 and 15 million euros. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-renato-veiga-diego-coppola/

Federico Gatti doubtful for Atalanta clash – How will Juventus line up at the back? Juventus defender Federico Gatti risks missing out on Sunday’s big showdown against Atalanta, forcing Thiago Motta to make mandatory changes at the back. The Bianconeri are currently riding a five-match winning streak in the league that saw them reduce the gap to league Inter to just six points. So despite being fourth in the standings, many consider Motta’s men as genuine title challengers at this stage. Therefore, this weekend’s clash against La Dea represents a crucial corner for the Old Lady. ............ The Turin-based giants might have to do without Gatti who is suffering from muscle fatigue. As the source reveals, the Italian defender had to train separately on Thursday, so it remains to be seen if he’ll be able to regain his optimal physical condition over the next few days. ............ But luckily for Motta, Kalulu had made his return on Monday, coming in as a second-half replacement against Hellas Verona. Hence, the Frenchman’s timely comeback should see him link up with Lloyd Kelly at the heart of the backline in case Gatti can’t make it on time. Veiga is also expected to recover, but he might not be in an ideal condition to start the contest. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/federico-gatti-doubtful-for-atalanta-clash-how-will-juventus-line-up-at-the-back/

Only Renato Veiga expected to return from injury against Atalanta While seven Juventus players were ruled out of the contest against Hellas Verona, only one is set to make his return against Atalanta. Renato Veiga should shake off his muscle problem to make himself available for Sunday’s direct showdown. ............ Nevertheless, Veiga is now expected to rejoin the squad, which will be an important boost for Thiago Motta who finally has a functional defensive department at his disposal. Federico Gatti and Lloyd Kelly have been starting in recent outings, while Kalulu made his return off the bench against Verona, and could be set to start this weekend. But while Veiga is in line to earn a call-up, the same cannot be said about the other absentees. Douglas Luiz, Nicola Savona and Francisco Conceicao are still nursing injuries, and none of them is expected to show up against Atalanta. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/only-one-juventus-player-expected-to-return-from-injury-against-atalanta/

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When will Juventus have Francisco Conceicao back in action? Francisco Conceição is the latest Juventus player to suffer an injury, which forced him to miss their match against Verona. The Portugal international has been one of the club’s most exciting attacking talents and consistently delivers strong performances whenever he is selected. His pace, dribbling ability, and creativity make him a valuable asset to the team, and his absence is a setback for Juventus. ............ Fortunately for Juventus, Conceição does not appear to have suffered a serious injury. The attacker is expected to return within ten days. The club are monitoring his progress closely, but they believe he will be fully fit and available for selection after the next international break. While this means he will miss at least one more game, it is a relief that his injury is not long-term. ............ Although Juventus would prefer to have him back immediately, they remain cautious when it comes to player fitness. The club have always maintained a strict policy of not rushing injured players back onto the pitch, as doing so can often lead to further setbacks. This approach will not change for Conceição, and Juventus are determined to ensure he makes a full recovery before returning to action. It is a frustrating situation, but the club’s medical staff will take every precaution to avoid aggravating his injury. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/when-will-juventus-have-francisco-conceicao-back-in-action/

Causio insists Giuntoli is right about his decision on Motta Juventus has no doubts about Thiago Motta’s work despite his team’s struggles, which means the manager’s job is not at risk. Motta was appointed as the club’s manager at the start of this season and has overseen a challenging campaign. ............ In recent weeks, Juventus has managed to string together a five-game winning run in the league, which is helping them remain focused on ending this season on a positive note. Despite the challenges, there is still a sense of optimism within the club. ............ However, some Juventus supporters remain unconvinced about Motta’s ability, feeling that he is too inexperienced for such a high-profile role. Despite this, Cristiano Giuntoli, the club’s sporting director, has insisted that Motta’s position is secure. Franco Causio, a former player, also supports this view. Causio stated, “Up until now, there have been performances by the Bianconeri that have not convinced me, just as I believe the coach and the club have not liked them. However, I repeat, it takes time. I agree with Giuntoli when he says that Motta is untouchable.” Causio’s comments reflect a common sentiment within the club that while the current performances have not always been up to expectations, it is important to give Motta more time. ............ For now, Motta’s job appears safe, and Juventus is determined to continue its progress under his leadership, with the aim of achieving better results in the future. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-insists-giuntoli-is-right-about-his-decision-on-motta/

Juventus potential summer targets – Players who could strengthen the squad Several players have been linked with a move to Juventus at the end of this season, and the Bianconeri have the financial means to secure top-quality signings. ............ Victor Osimhen Osimhen is regarded as one of the world’s best strikers and would significantly improve Juventus’ attack. His goalscoring ability, physical presence, and technical skills make him an ideal addition to the squad. If Juventus are serious about competing at the highest level, this is a move they should attempt to complete. The Nigerian striker has been excelling in Türkiye with Galatasaray and would likely relish the opportunity to play for Juventus. ............ Sandro Tonali Tonali has been exceptional in the Premier League, proving himself as a dynamic and technically gifted midfielder. Compared to Juventus’ current midfielders, he would represent a clear upgrade, bringing composure, vision, and defensive solidity to the team. His ability to dictate play and control the tempo would be invaluable in Juventus’ system. ............ Thomas Partey Partey could become available as a free agent, as his contract at Arsenal is set to expire. This presents a significant opportunity for Juventus to add an experienced and highly capable midfielder to their ranks without paying a transfer fee. ............ Ademola Lookman Lookman is already well known to Serie A fans, having impressed with Atalanta. His versatility, dribbling ability, and attacking threat make him a strong candidate for Juventus. However, Atalanta are unlikely to let him go easily, and securing his signature could prove to be a challenging task. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-potential-summer-targets-players-who-could-strengthen-the-squad/

Khephren Thuram beats his brother Marcus for goals scored in 2025 Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram has scored more goals than his brother Marcus, an Inter striker, since the start of the year. Khephren Thuram contributed to Juventus’ 2-0 win over Hellas Verona on Monday night with his second consecutive goal across all competitions. ............ The Juventus midfielder has scored two goals in 2025, one more than his brother Marcus. ............ The stat is quite worrying for Inter, given that Marcus Thuram plays as a centre-forward and is the Nerazzurri’s best Serie A scorer this season. ............ His brother Khephren has four goals and four assists in 37 matches with Juventus. Khephren dedicated his goal to Marcus last night, saying his brother is his idol. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/khephren-thuram-beats-marcus-goals-scored-2025/

The signs of growth that Juventus showed in last night’s win over Verona Juventus returned to winning ways in their match against Verona last night, and it was an indisputable victory. With the Bianconeri now only able to focus on winning the Scudetto, their schedule is far less hectic than it was just a month ago. Given this, they are expected to win almost every match from here on out. Juventus is confident that this will indeed happen, as their players are fully backing themselves to make the most of their chances during games now. There is a sense of belief within the squad that is crucial for the remainder of the season. ............ The Bianconeri showed signs of real growth in this match. The report claims that the Juventus players have not lost faith in their manager, which is a significant development. Additionally, it was evident that they have players who can make a real difference in attack, something that had been questioned earlier in the season. These two factors are incredibly important, especially at this stage, when Juventus needs heroes to emerge to maintain their winning momentum. This victory was crucial in the context of Juventus’s season. They needed to prove that they could perform under pressure and demonstrate that they were still capable of being the team that fans expect them to be. ............ It is hoped that this win is just the beginning of a strong run of results for Juventus, who now have the Scudetto in their sights. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-signs-of-growth-that-juventus-showed-in-last-nights-win-over-verona/

Juventus must not let the current bubble burst soon Juventus now has just one trophy left to play for this season, and that is the Scudetto. At the start of the campaign, the Bianconeri had aspirations of winning multiple titles, not including the Club World Cup, with many fans and pundits believing that this could be their year to shine under the management of Thiago Motta. The squad appeared to have the potential to challenge for several honours, and expectations were high as the season began. ............ As the season progresses, Juve has found its stride, hitting top form in recent weeks. This resurgence has seen them win several important games, including a remarkable run of victories in their last five matches. Their recent success has taken them closer to the top of the league table than most people expected, and this newfound momentum has reignited hopes that they can still claim the Scudetto. ............ Although the season began with a sense of uncertainty, Juventus now seem poised to end the campaign in far better shape than it began. Their current run of form has been impressive, but it is vital that the club protects this positive momentum and ensures that they remain focused on the task at hand. The team has been a joy to watch during this recent spell of good form, and they are enjoying a positive “bubble” of confidence. However, it is important for Juventus not to allow this bubble to burst prematurely. ............ To protect this positive run, Juve must stay disciplined and continue working hard as a unit. By respecting every opponent and maintaining their focus, they can continue to build on this momentum and give themselves the best chance to secure the Serie A title. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-must-not-let-the-current-bubble-burst-soon/

Two stats to delight Juventus fans after beating Verona Juventus secured another victory against Verona last night, marking their fifth consecutive win in the league. This impressive run of form has made them one of the most closely watched teams in the competition, with both fans and neutrals beginning to believe they could mount a serious title challenge. Juve remains six points behind the league leaders, but with Napoli and Inter Milan struggling for consistency, the Old Lady could find themselves right back in the race and even go on to win the title. ............ Following their latest win, the club shared some interesting statistics on its official website, two of which stand out. The first is that their victory over Verona marks the first time they have won four consecutive home league games at the start of a calendar year since 2021. The second is that Juventus now have 14 clean sheets in the league this season, more than any other team across Europe’s top five leagues. These figures highlight the defensive solidity that has been crucial to their recent success. While supporters naturally want even more from the team, there is no denying that Juventus are performing better than some would have expected. ............ As the season progresses, the team will need all the support it can get. Juventus have shown they have the potential to push for the title, but maintaining this momentum will be key. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-stats-to-delight-juventus-fans-after-beating-verona/

Juventus reignite Scudetto dream with fifth straight Serie A win Juventus’ fifth consecutive Serie A victory has propelled them within six points of leaders Inter, and with the top four separated by a razor-thin margin, ruling the Bianconeri out of the Scudetto race would be premature. Thiago Motta’s side has capitalised on a month of slip-ups from Napoli, Inter, and Atalanta—teams initially seen as stronger title contenders. Once deemed outsiders merely chasing a Champions League spot, the Old Lady has forced their way back into the championship conversation. ............ Next weekend’s clash against Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium presents a golden opportunity, as a win would see the Bianconeri draw level on points with La Dea, further intensifying the battle at the top. ............ Yet, paradoxically, Juventus’ finest domestic run coincides with growing tension around Thiago Motta. Eliminations from both the Champions League and Coppa Italia have fueled speculation over his future, with reports even suggesting unrest within the squad, with an anonymous player allegedly stating he ‘can’t stand’ the coach. However, in the face of media scrutiny, Motta’s camp has pushed back. The father of his agent slammed the rumors, claiming an orchestrated effort is underway to ‘destroy’ the Bianconeri boss. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-scudetto-dream-fifth-serie-a-win/

Juventus 2 - Hellas Verona 0: Initial reaction and random observations Considering all of the chatter, the protests and the whistles raining down from a certain section of the Allianz Stadium crowd ever since Juventus were ousted from the Coppa Italia last week, it was hard to predict what kind of state Thiago Motta’s squad was going to be in once they returned to the field Monday night. ............ This time around, Juve had to wait until the final 20 minutes to see the deadlock finally broken after recording shot ... after shot ... after shot against Hellas Verona. The shot total only went higher and higher as Juve couldn’t break through against Verona keeper Lorenzo Montipo trying to do his best Stefano Sorrentino imitation against Juventus. But unlike when he scored midweek, we could actually find solace in Khephren Thuram finding the back of the net, as the Frenchman’s strike proved to the difference in Juventus’ 2-0 win over Hellas Verona that moved Motta’s squad back into fourth place after Lazio’s victory over Milan 24 hours earlier. ............ With the win, Juventus are now just six points off the Serie A lead — something that wouldn’t have even been imaginable a couple of months ago while they were in the midst of draws and inconsistency galore. Now, it’s not like this fifth straight Serie A win means everything is cured because it very much is not. Just go look at what’s happened during the last two midweek fixtures this team has had as two very obvious examples of that. But, at least when it comes to Serie A competition, they’ve finally found consistent wins for the first time all season. It means that now, in the first week of March, Juventus can finally stake claim to as many league wins (13) as they have draws. It’s taken a while, but we’ve finally seen them get there. ............ Juve launched 13 shots toward the Hellas Verona goal in the first half. They launched another 14 shots in the second half. They dominated the possession from start to finish. It always had the feeling of just waiting for Juventus to finally get the moment in which they could take advantage of all the possession and scoring chances they had. Yet, for all the bad luck they had that came with their finishing and Montipo’s saves, a little bit of good luck came right before the half when VAR wiped away Tomas Suslov’s stoppage-time strike that stunned just about everybody not rooting for Hellas Verona. But that momentary scare, thankfully, didn’t derail the first-half momentum Juventus had even though they didn’t actually score. The command of the game only continued into second half, and again had you wondering when they would actually find the back of the net. Thuram, just as he did in Juve’s disastrous Coppa Italia elimination, was the man to save the day. Although this time it actually gave his team the lead rather than attempt to salvage something out of a very, very bad performance. Add in Teun Koopmeiners’ late goal just on the cusp of stoppage time and you have a scoreline that was very representative of how the game actually played out. Could Juventus have been better in front of goal? Of course — you don’t record that many shots and force that many saves only to be up 1-0 with 15 minutes to go. But, at the same time, Hellas Verona did next to nothing in the Juve defensive third of the field outside of the Suslov goal that wasn’t. Juventus needed a performance like this to try and put the ills of the Coppa Italia loss fully behind them. Take whatever you want out of the protests by the ultras both before and during Monday night’’s game, but Juve needed to shake what happened against Empoli to try and refocus on their push to secure a place in the top four. Lazio beat Milan and forced Juventus to answer — and they did. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS I honestly can’t remember the last time Juventus finished an entire game with over 70% possession, let alone a number more than 75%. When the eye test is very much confirmed by the stats because that was one-way traffic outside of a couple of minutes. ............ Finishing with 27 shots and having an xG of 1.85 seems a little bit disappointing. More encouraging: Khephren Thuram continuing to be awesome. He was one of the summer signings I was the most excited about, and Thuram has done nothing to really deter that preseason hope and excitement. He’s Juve’s best midfielder and he’s only getting better now that he’s starting to score goals. It also makes you wonder why — if there’s a reason other than physical and a subsequent minutes restriction — Thuram was not starting on a consistent basis the last couple of months. This Juventus team is so very clearly a more dangerous side with him in the lineup, and he now needs to be there these final 11 games of the season as long as he’s healthy. ............ Teun Koopmeiners heard plenty of whistles when he entered the field at the hour mark. Then he went and scored a goal, his first brilliant free kick against Cagliari in the Coppa Italia back in December. His teammates celebrated as such. Good for him. He’s had a tough season and has obviously not lived up to his price tag after his move from Atalanta, but he’s a genuinely good dude who deserves some good things to try and turn things around down the stretch. Juventus passes attempted in the final third in the first half: 78. Hellas Verona total number of passes attempted in the first half: 84. Credit where credit is due: Lloyd Kelly had a very good game and deserves to be complimented for it. ............ I’ve never been so happy to see Pierre Kalulu than I was when he came on for Gatti and showed that he’s ready to go for Atalanta this coming weekend. Andrea Cambiaso finished with exactly 100 touches. Love a nice and clean number like that. Cambiaso key passes against Hellas Verona: 4. Randal Kolo Muani key passes against Hellas Verona: 4. Hellas Verona key passes as a team: 4. Manuel Locatelli’s passing numbers were pretty solid overall, but there was more than just one or two occasions in which I thought to myself “Boy, he really is taking a long time to get rid of the ball” or was just a little too slow in combining with a teammate. ............ Trying to block a shot off the foot of Kenan Yildiz seems like impending pain. That young man goes for power ... and then even more power when he wants. When it comes to shoot, finesse is something that Yildiz doesn’t always go for. ............ Yildiz needs a goal. Nico Gonzalez needs a goal. These guys need some goals. I like when Thuram scores, but the forwards not named Kolo Muani do need some more goals. But Juventus won. They played a solid game and won. That’s better than we can say about the last time they played at the Allianz, so we’ll take it and move on to another home game this coming weekend.. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/3/4/24377094/juventus-hellas-verona-2025-serie-a-matchday-27-final-score-result-initial-reaction-observations

Juventus Player Ratings vs Verona: Khephren Thuram Ends Montipo’s Resistance ............ Juventus (4-2-3-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 5.5 ............ Timothy Weah – 6 ............ Federico Gatti – 6.5 The Italy international looked composed at the back, although he didn’t have much to do. Darted forward repeatedly but couldn’t hit the target when provided with the opportunity. Lloyd Kelly – 6.5 The Englishman is growing familiar with his surroundings. These quiet days at the office certainly help his settling process. Andrea Cambiaso – 7.5 The Man City target was outstanding all over the pitch. Won his duel with Suslov and was a menacing presence on the left wing. Provided the assist for the opener, and could have grabbed a few more had his teammates been more prolific. Manuel Locatelli – 7 A commanding display from the Juventus captain who was more adventurous than usual, but just couldn’t find the back of the net. Orchestrated the play for his team and picked up Cambiaso on the ‘pre-assist’ for Thuram’s goal. Khephren Thuram – 8 A formidable display from the man of the hour in Turin. The Frenchman was dangerous from the get-go, but after losing out to Montipo on a couple of occasions, he managed to break the deadlock with a clinical shot. Kenan Yildiz – 6.5 An impactful display from the Turkish teenager who connected well with his teammates, but just lacked the final touch. Weston McKennie – 6 ............ Nicolas Gonzalez – 6 ............ Randal Kolo Muani – 6 The Frenchman made himself available for his teammates and did well to hold up the play, but he could have done more with the couple of chances that came his way. Substitutes Teun Koopmeiners – 6 It was a listless cameo from Dutchman until he sealed the win by scoring the second with a shot that one would have expected Montipo to save. Alberto Costa – 6.5 An impressive outing from the January signing who won back possession on the ball that directly led to the second Juventus goal. Pierre Kalulu – 6 ............ Samuel Mbangula – 6.5 The Belgian provided the assist for Koopmeiners. A lively cameo overall. Dusan Vlahovic – N/A . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-verona-khephren-thuram-ends-montipos-resistance/

Bravo Kelly e pensare che all'inizio della gara sembrava aver perso la testa .......

Juventus sneak back to Scudetto race by beating resilient Hellas Verona Juventus made it five straight wins in Serie A by overcoming Hellas Verona in front of their home supporters at the Allianz Stadium. Thiago Motta started with a 4-2-3-1 formation spearheaded by Randal Kolo Muani who was flanked by Kenan Yildiz and Nicolas Gonzalez, while Weston McKennie played in midfield in front of Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram. The backline was constituted of Timothy Weah, Federico Gatti, Lloyd Kelly and Andrea Cambiaso. ............ The Verona goalkeeper was absolutely imperious in his goal, pulling off a string of saves to deny Manuel Locatelli on a couple of occasions, as well as Kenan Yildiz, Weston McKennie and Khephren Thuram who squandered a glorious chance from close range. ............ At the end of the first half, the visitors thought they had snatched the lead with their first real chance of the match as Tomas Suslov’s astonishing long-range effort left Michele Di Gregorio stranded in his goal, but it was disallowed by an offside call. After the break, the Bianconeri resumed their onslaught, and were eventually rewarded for their efforts in the 72nd minute. Locatelli picked up Cambiaso on the left flank and the latter played a back-pass to Thuram who sent a shot through a crowd of players to finally beat Montipo. In the final minute of normal time, a trio of substitutes combined to score the second goal for Juventus. Alberto Costa won back the ball and brought it forward to Samuel Mbangula who in his turn freed up Teun Koopmeiners. The Dutchman’s shot wasn’t the most powerful, but it somehow evaded the goalkeeper. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-sneak-back-to-scudetto-race-by-beating-resilient-hellas-verona/

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