I think this article sums it up. Worth a read: http://msn.foxsports.com/foxsoccer/...aly-2011-napoli-lazio-title-contenders-113011
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Is this the new Juve? (4 Viewers)
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I see similarities between this season and Juve's first couple back in Serie A.
The enthusiasm and motivation is there, but there is a lack of quality in certain key areas.
Whether Juve will return to being a top side will depend on them building on these decent foundations or if they will colossally fuck up again (a la summer 2009).
The enthusiasm and motivation is there, but there is a lack of quality in certain key areas.
Whether Juve will return to being a top side will depend on them building on these decent foundations or if they will colossally fuck up again (a la summer 2009).
You know, I'm usually quite cautious when it comes to Juve...but something does feel different so far this season. Just a really positive air around the club at the moment and a lot of things are finally starting to fall into place for once. You mix our luck so far (in terms of injuries), with a crazed and driven manager, new kick ass players and a new stadium, and you cant help but feel that this might finally be the start of something massive. That game in Naples last night could very well be that turning point. I honestly haven't seen a Juve (in terms of heart and characer) like that in 5 years.
Having said all that, I still remain CAUTIOUSLY optimistic. We have been kicked in teeth too many times the past few years after starting off our seasons promisingly. If we successfully manage the first 4-6 rounds after the winter break, then yeah I'll say we have definitely turned the corner.
Having said all that, I still remain CAUTIOUSLY optimistic. We have been kicked in teeth too many times the past few years after starting off our seasons promisingly. If we successfully manage the first 4-6 rounds after the winter break, then yeah I'll say we have definitely turned the corner.
this juve is different in the sense that we play with intelligence, fluidity and most of all as a TEAM; which lacked the previous years (it was like scattered individuals in black and white stripes.) and everyone seems behind the coach and disciplined. however, although we've had a tough run against big teams, we've yet to face a situation where our squad depth will be tested - injuries, or missing key players etc. still pretty early to tell IMO.
Oh no, no another one of the--oh, wait! This isn't a Lo-Pan thread about what's wrong? My bad, please proceed.
In our first two seasons back from B, we managed to do well until injuries hit. We have been playing almost the same squad over and over again. Something managers before Conte weren't able to. When we look at our bench, we have quantity, but not necessarily quality. Is this the new Juve? We'll know come May. Conte has brought back the belief and attitude which have been missing the past few years.
We are getting there, but until we start winning consistently this will all mean shit. We need trophies, both on the domestic and international front.
I expect us to be challenging for the CL in 2-3 seasons, but for that to happen we are in dire need of quality; we are sorely lacking in certain departments.
I expect us to be challenging for the CL in 2-3 seasons, but for that to happen we are in dire need of quality; we are sorely lacking in certain departments.