Ferrara calls for stronger defence
Sunday 27 September, 2009
Ciro Ferrara admits Juventus “gave away too much” when held to a 1-1 home draw by Bologna today, ending their time at the top.
“Bologna caused us some problems and we can certainly improve in many different areas,” said the Coach.
“We gave away too much. Perhaps I introduced too many players from the start who had returned from injury lay-offs.”
David Trezeguet had given the Bianconeri a first half lead, but in stoppages Martins Adailton snatched the equaliser.
“At times we were too open and didn't track back as quickly or effectively as we were supposed to,” continued Ferrara.
“Juventus are a team that try to attack at all times, but clearly we need to improve in defence. We also don't make the most of it when we're in possession, as we can be too frenetic.”
Gianluigi Buffon performed more heroics before the last-gasp goal and the Coach admits his goalkeeper is over-worked.
“We must try to make life easier for him by making sure there are less shots coming in.”
The result means that Sampdoria are now alone on top of the table with 15 points, while Juventus are ahead of Inter and Fiorentina.