++ [ originally posted by Zlatan ] ++
FFS, one bicycle kick does not mean he's better than Ronaldinho
FFS, one bicycle kick does not mean he's better than Ronaldinho
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Il Capitano Alessandro Del Piero (40 Viewers)
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ur the only person to have mentioned ronaldinho here, nobody sed he was, but he played great, had a moment of brilliance and deserves the praise he gets fot it. i mean, he just produced in the biggest game of our season. also, a bit of praise for trez whose contribution seems to be ignored, he had to be in the rite place and still had to score, forza trez
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Player of the Week: Del Piero (Juventus) Monday 9 May, 2005
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It hasn’t been the easiest of seasons for Alex Del Piero but he didn’t let Juventus down during the Scudetto clash at Milan. The captain led by example and was priceless in the 1-0 win at the San Siro which has given his side one hand on the Italian championship.
The Azzurri international went into the match after another disappointing display in the victory over Bologna. He again suffered the embarrassment of being substituted by boss Fabio Capello during that win, but there was no way the No 10 wasn’t finishing the showdown against the Rossoneri.
Although Juve’s offensive threat was limited throughout the 90 minutes, Del Piero again illustrated that his critics are all too quick in writing him off. He may not be the player who was arguably the world’s best at one stage in 1998, but he can still make a contribution for a club who are undoubtedly in his heart.
Del Piero moved well throughout the game on Sunday. He made David Trezeguet’s goal by delivering a sublime over-head kick cross that the Frenchman nodded in past the usually reliable Dida. Alex then tested the Brazilian with a curling shot before rattling the crossbar in the second-half with a header.
His performance will now give Capello a headache ahead of next week’s clash with Parma. With Zlatan Ibrahimovic available again after suspension, the tactician will either have to drop Del Piero or goalscorer Trezeguet as the Old Lady look for another win which would edge them closer to the Scudetto.
Yet Del Piero wasn’t the only Juve ace to shine. Their win against the Rossoneri was based on a collective team effort right throughout the line-up. Gigi Buffon made some crucial saves behind a defence that did well, especially Fabio Cannavaro and Gianluca Zambrotta – the latter denying Pippo Inzaghi with a desperate goal-line challenge.
Mauro Camoranesi was also a useful target in midfield, while Trezeguet underlined how good a goal poacher he is. The Frenchman did little in the game but made all the difference with his goal - a strike that may just have won his club the title.
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Words: Antonio Labbate
channel4.com
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It hasn’t been the easiest of seasons for Alex Del Piero but he didn’t let Juventus down during the Scudetto clash at Milan. The captain led by example and was priceless in the 1-0 win at the San Siro which has given his side one hand on the Italian championship.
The Azzurri international went into the match after another disappointing display in the victory over Bologna. He again suffered the embarrassment of being substituted by boss Fabio Capello during that win, but there was no way the No 10 wasn’t finishing the showdown against the Rossoneri.
Although Juve’s offensive threat was limited throughout the 90 minutes, Del Piero again illustrated that his critics are all too quick in writing him off. He may not be the player who was arguably the world’s best at one stage in 1998, but he can still make a contribution for a club who are undoubtedly in his heart.
Del Piero moved well throughout the game on Sunday. He made David Trezeguet’s goal by delivering a sublime over-head kick cross that the Frenchman nodded in past the usually reliable Dida. Alex then tested the Brazilian with a curling shot before rattling the crossbar in the second-half with a header.
His performance will now give Capello a headache ahead of next week’s clash with Parma. With Zlatan Ibrahimovic available again after suspension, the tactician will either have to drop Del Piero or goalscorer Trezeguet as the Old Lady look for another win which would edge them closer to the Scudetto.
Yet Del Piero wasn’t the only Juve ace to shine. Their win against the Rossoneri was based on a collective team effort right throughout the line-up. Gigi Buffon made some crucial saves behind a defence that did well, especially Fabio Cannavaro and Gianluca Zambrotta – the latter denying Pippo Inzaghi with a desperate goal-line challenge.
Mauro Camoranesi was also a useful target in midfield, while Trezeguet underlined how good a goal poacher he is. The Frenchman did little in the game but made all the difference with his goal - a strike that may just have won his club the title.
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Words: Antonio Labbate
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Del Piero really impressed me in the first half; he really looked up for the game and showed some passion for once. It was great to see him running at defenders and hassling Milan's defenders.
There's a time for everything, and I don't think it's right to be saying "I still think he's washed up". Alex played like a captain today, let's just think about that for now.
Forza Alex
Del Piero really impressed me in the first half; he really looked up for the game and showed some passion for once. It was great to see him running at defenders and hassling Milan's defenders.
There's a time for everything, and I don't think it's right to be saying "I still think he's washed up". Alex played like a captain today, let's just think about that for now.
Forza Alex
yeh i no he was but he could at least let him have his moment in the sun, i mean he doesnt have many now, i agree with u that he werent MOM aswell. for me it would be canna. i think we shud also praise pessotto aswell considering he is the weak link in our defence but on that showing he coped excellently. well playd pessotto
Yes, but this is still one game. I ****ing screamed his name when he did the bicycle kick, but the way the forum is talking about it..
All im saying is that DP has underperformed for a majority of the season, which is extremely funny for a first placed team, but he actually plays well one match and everyone is kissing his ass. IMO, Camo against Madrid far outclassed this DP, but we wont hear the end of this.
All im saying is that DP has underperformed for a majority of the season, which is extremely funny for a first placed team, but he actually plays well one match and everyone is kissing his ass. IMO, Camo against Madrid far outclassed this DP, but we wont hear the end of this.
Dan, that is because Camo does not have to prove himself to millions of critics who are against him, every time he touches the ball, like DP does. One bicycle kick? Too bad you did not see the match. DP was in great form and did so much more than just one assist. This was the "Scudetto Showdown" and nobody thought Juve would win. We needed leadership, we needed creativity, and we needed somebody to step up and take control of the match. DP delivered. Sombody said that he played like a captain, and that is what he did. DP ruled that match, the biggest match of the season no less.
Sure it is incorrect to say "he's back" based on one match, but for now people should acknowledge that DP is not finished. There is still a lot he offers.
Sure it is incorrect to say "he's back" based on one match, but for now people should acknowledge that DP is not finished. There is still a lot he offers.
I saw the full match bar the first minute ( the tram was late)
yes, Del piero was good, but its not as if he was amazing. He played a 7/10 match, which is what people like Emerson, Camo, Zlatan, Canna, Thuram have been managing all season. All of a sudden DP steps his game up a little (yes for a very important match) and he is the new champion. Wake up, he did what needed to be done but this isnt the new start of Del Piero. He will go on sucking turf way into next season and have one good game out of twenty like he usually does. All credit to him though, im very thankful he did that.
Btw, its up to Del Piero to let these critics get to him- they shouldnt affect the way he plays on the pitch.
yes, Del piero was good, but its not as if he was amazing. He played a 7/10 match, which is what people like Emerson, Camo, Zlatan, Canna, Thuram have been managing all season. All of a sudden DP steps his game up a little (yes for a very important match) and he is the new champion. Wake up, he did what needed to be done but this isnt the new start of Del Piero. He will go on sucking turf way into next season and have one good game out of twenty like he usually does. All credit to him though, im very thankful he did that.
Btw, its up to Del Piero to let these critics get to him- they shouldnt affect the way he plays on the pitch.