Juve pre-season matches (104 Viewers)
- Thread starter Dostoevsky
- Start date
Buffon-
Some of the old fierceness in his gaze has returned, and with it his match sharpness. If he can stay fit, we will once again have a world class keeper between the sticks, unlike the period of his return last season, when he was hugely lacking match sharpness (understandably). Solid. 6.5/10
Lichsteiner-
Charged up the flank consistently with determination and eagerness to link up with krasic and whip balls into the box, never let his man pass him, and is already looking like a brilliant purchase. It was pleasing to see that whenever Krasic found himself surrounded by opposition players, Lichsteiner soon enough appeared to offer the option of a pass. Very encouraging showing. 7.5/10.
Bonucci-
After all I have read of the lack of confidence many Juventini have for the youngster, I was happy to see him perform well. Made no major mistakes, read the game well, already starting to look like a far better player than last season, due to the emergence of two decent fullbacks. Far from polished, but competent. 6/10.
Chiellini-
The bit is back between his teeth. A few very well timed challenges, strong in the aerial battlefield, played the ball simply rather than hoofed it. A clean sheet for him, Bonucci and Buffon, so well done, Giorgio. 6/10.
De Ceglie-
Held position well, but strangely did not attack as much as he is normally wanton to do so. Physically he appears fully recovered from his lengthy injury lay off last season, and eager to pick up where he left off. Satisfactory. 6.5/10.
Pirlo-
Marchisio roamed the width of the field leaving Pirlo often forced to hold deep. On the ball he was suitably tidy, whilst far from impressive. More to come, I hope, from the aging superstar. And I am greatly looking forward to seeing Vidal alongside him, instead of the often ineffective Marchisio. 5.5/10
Marchiso-
Typically disappointing. Seemed to try hard to get involved, made a couple of decent challenges, passing was fine, but as always, failed to truly impose himself on the midfield area, and when playing alongside a less physically robust player like Pirlo, its imperative to impose himself, make the opposition know that its never just Pirlo to move through, but also his warrior partner and guardian. 4.5/10
Krasic-
Definitely looking fitter and faster than at the tail end of last season. Put a few good balls into the box, and enjoyed the sterling support of Lichsteiner. If we can get the left flank as fluid as the right, he will enjoy a decent season.6/10
Pasquato-
I was so pleased to see him get the chance to impress, and impress he did. Great on the ball, quick feet, useful passing and an eye for goal that saw him grab the winner with a well taken first time hit. If we can sign a more established left winger/left wing forward, I would love to see him progress as our reserve/apprentice for that position. 7.5/10.
Matri-
Subdued, and unable to get on the ball. A non showing by most measures, but I have not lost faith in his abilities. Once our crossing in sorted out, from both flanks, and Vidal is in the team to offer a shield to Pirlo as well as his own forward thrusts through the middle, he will get chances galore to score. 5.5/10
DP-
Huffed and puffed, got involved, but failed to create any clear cut chances. Its simply lovely to see him still able to compete at a high level at his ripe old age. 6/10.
SUBS-
Immobile-
The first awful decision I have seen by Conte was to deploy an out and out prima punta, on the right wing. As expected, he failed to show any value in that role, and was really a wasted chance for a young player with a solid reputation in front of goal. He should have been deployed up top instead of Toni. Had one glorious chance from a beautiful Pasquato cross, but spooned it. 3/10
Toni-
Some touches of quality from the big man, but he is a sloth now. And should be released or executed. 3.5/10
Quagiarella-
Didn't get enough of the ball to gain a rating. n/a
Barzagli-
The defence was instantly more porous when the mass of substitutions was made. This was not solely down to Barzagli, who did OK, but more due to swapping 5 players in a short amount of time, in one fell swoop destroying the cohesion from before. Hard to rate, but...4.5/10.
Zeigler-N/a
Marrone-
Hustle and bustle as always, but little time to impress. N/a
Giandonato- N/a
Conclusion
Club America are deep into their season, so much sharper than our players, and also, a quality side. One of the big two in Mexico. This was a decent test, and I felt we did well. Pleasing to see so much more effort to play the ball out of defence, starting with Buffon's short passes/throws to the defence, then moving the ball up the field. The players were making intelligent movements, with rarely a time seen when a Juve player was on the ball with no options around him.
Positives-
Buffon regaining the grinta.
Pasquato looks quality.
Lichsteiner connecting very well (already) with Krasic.
De ceglie back in the team and looking capable of picking up where he left off last season.
Krasic has regained his pace and stamina.
The team is gelling, and the long ball routine is vanishing. Possession play is possible with these players.
we won! with a clean sheet to boot.
-ves
Marchisio still showing very little to justify a first team place, especially when Vidal appears on the scene.
Pirlo too easily closed down before looking up to see the killer pass.
Toni is a barely animated corpse.
Immobile is NOT a right winger.
We only won 1-0, should have scored more, and towards the end ran the risk of conceding an equalizer...but then again, that was after the flood of substitutions caused our play to become disjointed.
Quags was invisible in his brief outing.
Matri couldn't get on the ball.
Some of the old fierceness in his gaze has returned, and with it his match sharpness. If he can stay fit, we will once again have a world class keeper between the sticks, unlike the period of his return last season, when he was hugely lacking match sharpness (understandably). Solid. 6.5/10
Lichsteiner-
Charged up the flank consistently with determination and eagerness to link up with krasic and whip balls into the box, never let his man pass him, and is already looking like a brilliant purchase. It was pleasing to see that whenever Krasic found himself surrounded by opposition players, Lichsteiner soon enough appeared to offer the option of a pass. Very encouraging showing. 7.5/10.
Bonucci-
After all I have read of the lack of confidence many Juventini have for the youngster, I was happy to see him perform well. Made no major mistakes, read the game well, already starting to look like a far better player than last season, due to the emergence of two decent fullbacks. Far from polished, but competent. 6/10.
Chiellini-
The bit is back between his teeth. A few very well timed challenges, strong in the aerial battlefield, played the ball simply rather than hoofed it. A clean sheet for him, Bonucci and Buffon, so well done, Giorgio. 6/10.
De Ceglie-
Held position well, but strangely did not attack as much as he is normally wanton to do so. Physically he appears fully recovered from his lengthy injury lay off last season, and eager to pick up where he left off. Satisfactory. 6.5/10.
Pirlo-
Marchisio roamed the width of the field leaving Pirlo often forced to hold deep. On the ball he was suitably tidy, whilst far from impressive. More to come, I hope, from the aging superstar. And I am greatly looking forward to seeing Vidal alongside him, instead of the often ineffective Marchisio. 5.5/10
Marchiso-
Typically disappointing. Seemed to try hard to get involved, made a couple of decent challenges, passing was fine, but as always, failed to truly impose himself on the midfield area, and when playing alongside a less physically robust player like Pirlo, its imperative to impose himself, make the opposition know that its never just Pirlo to move through, but also his warrior partner and guardian. 4.5/10
Krasic-
Definitely looking fitter and faster than at the tail end of last season. Put a few good balls into the box, and enjoyed the sterling support of Lichsteiner. If we can get the left flank as fluid as the right, he will enjoy a decent season.6/10
Pasquato-
I was so pleased to see him get the chance to impress, and impress he did. Great on the ball, quick feet, useful passing and an eye for goal that saw him grab the winner with a well taken first time hit. If we can sign a more established left winger/left wing forward, I would love to see him progress as our reserve/apprentice for that position. 7.5/10.
Matri-
Subdued, and unable to get on the ball. A non showing by most measures, but I have not lost faith in his abilities. Once our crossing in sorted out, from both flanks, and Vidal is in the team to offer a shield to Pirlo as well as his own forward thrusts through the middle, he will get chances galore to score. 5.5/10
DP-
Huffed and puffed, got involved, but failed to create any clear cut chances. Its simply lovely to see him still able to compete at a high level at his ripe old age. 6/10.
SUBS-
Immobile-
The first awful decision I have seen by Conte was to deploy an out and out prima punta, on the right wing. As expected, he failed to show any value in that role, and was really a wasted chance for a young player with a solid reputation in front of goal. He should have been deployed up top instead of Toni. Had one glorious chance from a beautiful Pasquato cross, but spooned it. 3/10
Toni-
Some touches of quality from the big man, but he is a sloth now. And should be released or executed. 3.5/10
Quagiarella-
Didn't get enough of the ball to gain a rating. n/a
Barzagli-
The defence was instantly more porous when the mass of substitutions was made. This was not solely down to Barzagli, who did OK, but more due to swapping 5 players in a short amount of time, in one fell swoop destroying the cohesion from before. Hard to rate, but...4.5/10.
Zeigler-N/a
Marrone-
Hustle and bustle as always, but little time to impress. N/a
Giandonato- N/a
Conclusion
Club America are deep into their season, so much sharper than our players, and also, a quality side. One of the big two in Mexico. This was a decent test, and I felt we did well. Pleasing to see so much more effort to play the ball out of defence, starting with Buffon's short passes/throws to the defence, then moving the ball up the field. The players were making intelligent movements, with rarely a time seen when a Juve player was on the ball with no options around him.
Positives-
Buffon regaining the grinta.
Pasquato looks quality.
Lichsteiner connecting very well (already) with Krasic.
De ceglie back in the team and looking capable of picking up where he left off last season.
Krasic has regained his pace and stamina.
The team is gelling, and the long ball routine is vanishing. Possession play is possible with these players.
we won! with a clean sheet to boot.
-ves
Marchisio still showing very little to justify a first team place, especially when Vidal appears on the scene.
Pirlo too easily closed down before looking up to see the killer pass.
Toni is a barely animated corpse.
Immobile is NOT a right winger.
We only won 1-0, should have scored more, and towards the end ran the risk of conceding an equalizer...but then again, that was after the flood of substitutions caused our play to become disjointed.
Quags was invisible in his brief outing.
Matri couldn't get on the ball.
![Juventino[RUS]](https://www.juventuz.com/data/avatars/m/5/5409.jpg?1650619365){kind=avatar}
![Juventino[RUS]](https://www.juventuz.com/data/avatars/s/5/5409.jpg?1650619365){kind=avatar}
no LM but why are playin 442 
