Deputy director
November 28, 2024 (changed at 00:45) – MILANO
One could almost say that the most spectacular and fun things about Aston Villa-Juve were the clothes of the three talent-commentators on Prime: Marchisio, Zola and Llorente, all in the “Peaky Blinders” version, including flat caps from times gone by and a coat right down to the feet of the former Juventus captain who required so much courage. Whether it was to pay a personal homage to Birmingham, the city of the TV series set at the turn of the 1920s, or a well-thought-out commercial is not yet known, their image certainly did not go unnoticed on social media.
few emotions
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It's a shame it wasn't also included in the highlights of the match, there would have been something more to see for those who missed a match lacking in great emotions (apart from the disallowed goal in the 94th minute against Aston Villa) and with few real opportunities, but played with great attention and sacrifice by a compact Juve, decimated by injuries and absences (eight in total), who emerged from the match undefeated. Another 0-0, the second in a row, which does not satisfy the discerning palate, but certainly cannot be defined as negative. Let's clarify out of respect for the Juventus fans: there is no intention of mocking the effort of Motta's team who played a careful match, with a good approach, personality and athleticism. And which allows them to still be firmly in the group of teams that would go to the playoffs today, but also to continue to hope for a qualification among the top eight.
calendar
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Of course the undertaking is far from easy, because the calendar doesn't help: Manchester City and Benfica in Turin, Bruges out. Returning to the Birmingham match: could Juve have done more? The list of unavailable players had a certain effect: Bremer, Cabal, Milik, Nico Gonzalez, Douglas Luiz, Vlahovic, McKennie, Adzic. Many, too many. Especially in attack, because you want to say that with the false nine you don't give reference to the opponents and you can be more unpredictable, without a real center forward and a presence in the penalty area it's difficult in the long run. It is no coincidence that Juve is creating little and in the last two matches against Milan and Aston Villa they have not scored. Motta brought only six players to the bench, including two goalkeepers and just four outfield players. Therefore also denying himself the fifth change in case of desperation: a frankly questionable choice. “There's no point in bringing in guys who I wouldn't use anyway” Thiago said in the pre-race conference, but a club like Juve showing up for a Champions League match with a half-empty bench is not a good image. The coach's choice, however, was not provocative towards the club, but only the result of the many absences.
debate
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From whispers to the first controversies: the debate between Allegrians and Mottians is being recreated. The former coach's party points out that Max was not forgiven for anything and with him on the bench, matches like some seen this year would have been analyzed with a much more critical spirit. For their part, the Mottians – or perhaps it would be better to say the anti-Allegrians – remember how difficult it is to change the habits of the past and therefore Motta deserves time and trust. There are few doubts about the last aspect: the project has just begun and we need to have a little patience. There are mitigating factors, starting from the many injuries. Juve are unbeaten in Serie A, they know how to be difficult and compact, but they must grow much more in their play and in their ability to create danger if they want to experience a season as protagonists.
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bologna
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Almost game over for Bologna who finally tasted the joy of their first goal in the Champions League, but also the disappointment of yet another defeat. Lille were a difficult opponent. Bologna played their game, but also gave away a goal and a half. The French proved to be stronger, more experienced, more of a team. Liverpool beat Real Madrid, overtakes Inter at the top of the table and is the first team to qualify. Ancelotti, on the other hand, occupies 24th place, last useful for the playoffs. PSG would even be eliminated today. The next round features an unmissable Atalanta-Real Madrid. From the defeat in the European Super Cup to today, everything has changed in three months. The Goddess flies, the little galacticos are no longer a team.
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