I was shocked by Trezeguet's outburst after the champions league game. Never in the past have I thought to criticize him any more seriously than labeling him lazy and often apparently disinterested....To temper that though, his contribution to our team, for many years, has been phenomenal. He has the nose of a bloodhound when it comes to sniffing out goal scoring opportunities, and his heading ability has always been a threat to opponents.
However, what he said about Ranieri, was disrespectful and not what I have come to expect over the many years I have supported Juve, of their players. In the heat of the battle, I can understand why he was distraught, but the day after, or whenever it was that he made the comments that have caused so much distress, for himself and the club, is inexcusable. And I dont understand why he decided to do something which he knew would cause trouble.
Having been out of action for so long, he started our most important game for 3 years, setting up a goal but looking largely anonymous for the rest of the game. His substitution made sense. With chiellini sent off, taking another player from midfield or defence would have invited chelsea deep into our half. Ranieri played it safe, and swapped like for like...I wold have kept trezeguet on the field, but that isn't the point here. The problem is a player not only criticizing the coach but also blaming him directly for the defeat.
Its a shame. Because now he is near fit once again, his goals would have been useful for the team as we chase Inter and hope to gain enough momentum to overturn the scoreline in our favour for the coppa and then sweep to victory in the final, which unless Samp lose their nerve, will be very winnable. If Trez isn't right in the head, he will be useless to us. Its more a shame for him than the club. and we can forgive, but I have not read anything regarding an apology...
No player is bigger than the club. Would we ever hear Del Piero expressing such sentiments*** I don't think so. though for sure at times he would feel similar.
Thankfully, although Amauri is OUT, we have Iaquinta fit, who is more than capable of scoring goals and adding muscle and power to the front line.
I just don't understand why he deliberately set out to undermine his own position at the club he has loved, and been loved by in return, for so many years...