Thiago can experience a peaceful post-match Motta thanks to his Juve’s 4-0 success over Cagliari which earned them qualification to the quarter-finals of the Italian Cup where Juve will face Empoli: “The performance went well and the result went well too – he says – I’m also happy for the return of Nico who is a fantastic guy. We needed his energy and his quality. Now we wait for the others who can come back and help like he did.” A Juve in emergency who has adapted on the defensive line Locatelli and McKennie: “I ask and see the availability of the boys. I will never put a player in difficulty if they are not convinced. I asked Weston and Manu what they thought and the answer was, definitely yes. They play and the result is this. This is a demonstration of availability and compromise of the team”.
“Koopmeiners can play everywhere. Coinceiçao has great margins”
Responses were expected from Koopmeiners and Vlahovic: “Koop can play anywhere, he has an impeccable attitude and he took to the pitch despite not being at 100% due to the flu.” Vlahovic he demonstrated once again that he defends and participates with the team. He had another excellent game too.”. One of the added values of this Juve is undoubtedly Conceicao: “He can improve a lot – explains Motta – He has important qualities in targeting men. He must associate better with his teammates, today Savona gave him a great hand. He must improve in his choices, but I understand that he has great enthusiasm. It has enormous room for improvement.”. On the location of Star: “I don’t focus on the position, but on the player. Kenan has had some stellar games as a winger, today he played a good game. He can definitely improve. Kenan he is a great player despite his young age. Great players can play anywhere.”
“We have to grow and the kids need to be helped”
A success that restores serenity: “We have to face every match giving our best. We have to grow to get the result we want. The path is right and the kids need to be helped because they are demonstrating so much professionalism and commitment.”
