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Ranieri: I Believe In Palladino
Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri has rejected claims that he doesn’t have faith in Raffaele Palladino and has told the youngster to be patient.
Palladino
There has been debate in the Italian press about how Palladino can play so well for Italy, as exemplified against Portugal on Wednesday night, but struggle for Juventus.
The 23-year-old complained earlier in the week about his lack of action, and for being played out of position, and even hinted that he may have to leave the club in the summer if things don’t improve.
“He is player worthy of Juventus. I understand he wants to prove something, maybe I am too demanding,” said Ranieri.
“The work he does for the Nazionale is more or less the same as at Juve. I am happy he’s champing at the bit, it means the lad is eager. He needs to relax. I have put my faith in him, as Palladino has played more than Vincenzo Iaquinta, who is a World Cup winner.”
Poor Form
Juventus had a disappointing 1-1 draw at home to bottom-of-the-league Cagliari last week, and in truth the Old Lady have been struggling for most of 2008.
“Over the course of a campaign there are matches you win without deserving to and vice-versa. I am satisfied with how the team is performing. There can be regrets over the Coppa Italia exit or a few dropped points, but we are aware we gave our all,” Ranieri concluded.
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Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri has rejected claims that he doesn’t have faith in Raffaele Palladino and has told the youngster to be patient.
Palladino
There has been debate in the Italian press about how Palladino can play so well for Italy, as exemplified against Portugal on Wednesday night, but struggle for Juventus.
The 23-year-old complained earlier in the week about his lack of action, and for being played out of position, and even hinted that he may have to leave the club in the summer if things don’t improve.
“He is player worthy of Juventus. I understand he wants to prove something, maybe I am too demanding,” said Ranieri.
“The work he does for the Nazionale is more or less the same as at Juve. I am happy he’s champing at the bit, it means the lad is eager. He needs to relax. I have put my faith in him, as Palladino has played more than Vincenzo Iaquinta, who is a World Cup winner.”
Poor Form
Juventus had a disappointing 1-1 draw at home to bottom-of-the-league Cagliari last week, and in truth the Old Lady have been struggling for most of 2008.
“Over the course of a campaign there are matches you win without deserving to and vice-versa. I am satisfied with how the team is performing. There can be regrets over the Coppa Italia exit or a few dropped points, but we are aware we gave our all,” Ranieri concluded.
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Ranieri Delighted, Marino Rueful
Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri says that the three points his side picked up at Udinese today are worth double, while Pasquale Marino rues his side’s missed chances.
Ranieri Reaction
The game at the Stadio Friuli had been labelled as a Champions League eliminator, with both sides challenging for a top-four place come the end of the season.
Juventus came from behind to win 2-1 and are now 11 points clear of Udinese, who are starting to fall of the pace.
"These three points are worth double," said a delighted Ranieri at the end of the game.
Udinese completely dominated the first half and should have had more than just the one goal scored by Andrea Dossena to show for their troubles.
Juve were much improved after the break and Mauro Camoranesi equalised on the hour-mark, before former Zebrette hero Vincenzo Iaquinta grabbed the winner with his first touch after coming on as a substitute.
"This comeback was worth a lot because the team has shown that it has been able to react,” Ranieri explained.
“We suffered for a while in the first half, then we took the game by the scruff of the neck and we managed to suffer less. The second half was all us.
“Congratulations must go to Udinese, but also to my lads who have won three points that are worth double.”
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Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri says that the three points his side picked up at Udinese today are worth double, while Pasquale Marino rues his side’s missed chances.
Ranieri Reaction
The game at the Stadio Friuli had been labelled as a Champions League eliminator, with both sides challenging for a top-four place come the end of the season.
Juventus came from behind to win 2-1 and are now 11 points clear of Udinese, who are starting to fall of the pace.
"These three points are worth double," said a delighted Ranieri at the end of the game.
Udinese completely dominated the first half and should have had more than just the one goal scored by Andrea Dossena to show for their troubles.
Juve were much improved after the break and Mauro Camoranesi equalised on the hour-mark, before former Zebrette hero Vincenzo Iaquinta grabbed the winner with his first touch after coming on as a substitute.
"This comeback was worth a lot because the team has shown that it has been able to react,” Ranieri explained.
“We suffered for a while in the first half, then we took the game by the scruff of the neck and we managed to suffer less. The second half was all us.
“Congratulations must go to Udinese, but also to my lads who have won three points that are worth double.”
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Ranieri: We Can Finish Second
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri is still hopeful his side can overtake Roma in second place, with Saturday's clash at the Olimpico stadium of Turin taking on great importance...
Four points separate the Bianconeri from the Giallorossi, although this could be cut down to one point this weekend as the pair clash with each other in the 23rd matchday of Serie A.
Ranieri does not fear the game against Inter's main rivals, and he is hoping that this match could pave the way for the second place in the standings, which would mean automatic qualification to the Champions League group stage next season.
"It will be a spectacular and difficult game," admitted the former Chelsea and Parma coach.
"However, if we beat Roma, second place would become an objective within our reach."
Juventus are back in Serie A after a season in the second tier last season, while Roma are looking to finish second for the third consecutive season.
Goal.com , Glenn Debattista
Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri is still hopeful his side can overtake Roma in second place, with Saturday's clash at the Olimpico stadium of Turin taking on great importance...
Four points separate the Bianconeri from the Giallorossi, although this could be cut down to one point this weekend as the pair clash with each other in the 23rd matchday of Serie A.
Ranieri does not fear the game against Inter's main rivals, and he is hoping that this match could pave the way for the second place in the standings, which would mean automatic qualification to the Champions League group stage next season.
"It will be a spectacular and difficult game," admitted the former Chelsea and Parma coach.
"However, if we beat Roma, second place would become an objective within our reach."
Juventus are back in Serie A after a season in the second tier last season, while Roma are looking to finish second for the third consecutive season.
Goal.com , Glenn Debattista
