[Seria A] Juventus - Milan (19 Viewers)
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Waht is it that has made Milan so ineffective this season against certain Serie A teams, where they have either lost or drawn when they were certainties to win before the start of the match?
Is it denying Pirlo and Seedorf time and space?
I think we will have to make sure that service to Shevchenko, Inzaghi and Gilardino is minimal.
Is it denying Pirlo and Seedorf time and space?
I think we will have to make sure that service to Shevchenko, Inzaghi and Gilardino is minimal.
Serie A Preview: Juventus-Milan
This match-up near the end of last season was virtually the decider for Juventus to win the title, and that could also be the case here.
Joel Whitehead on goal.com wrote:
BACKGROUND
Juventus have a commanding ten point lead over their nearest rivals in the Serie A table, Milan. They have arguably been the best side in all of Europe this season, with just one loss in domestic competition (3-1 to Milan in late October). They can seal the title again with a win in this fixture, as afterward there will only be nine matches remaining, and a thirteen point deficit would be almost insurmountable.
‘Juve’ have been dominant all season, and have always been able to score when they needed to. Striker David Trezeguet has burned a whole in the net with eighteen goals, which is second only to Luca Toni of Fiorentina in the Serie A scoring chart. Also, the midfield is clearly one of the best in the entire world, with the addition of Patrick Vieira giving the side a formidable central midfield pairing of himself and Brazilian Emerson. Both players can win the ball and distribute equally well. However, the most incredible story for the side this season has been the reemergence of Alessandro Del Piero. Long thought to be well past his prime, ‘Alex’ has recaptured the form he used to show in the great days when Juventus would always be favorites to win all honors before them. His play has returned the Bianconeri to prominence, and they are on the verge of doing something rare, which is to win the Scudetto in consecutive seasons.
Milan are hoping their terrific play of late will carry them to victory in this match. Even while missing several key defensive members, they have forged a great rearguard, and it has nicely complemented the midfield and attack.
With captain Paolo Maldini and Marcos Cafu, among others, missing long periods of time, the reserves have stepped in solidly. Kakha Kaladze has been a constant alongside Alessandro Nesta in central defense, and Dario Simic is having his best-ever season in the Milan shirt. The return to form of Serginho this season is another reason why they have one of the best backlines around.
The offense is without a doubt the best in Italy, and is actually getting better. Andriy Shevchenko and Alberto Gilardino both have been scoring at a regular rate, and Filippo Inzaghi has been the best striker in Italy for the past month. After several seasons of sparse appearances due to multiple injuries, he is definitely back to the form which saw him earn the moniker ‘Superpippo.’
TEAM NEWS
Juve are without defenders Robert Kovac and Giorgio Chiellini through suspension, and Gianluca Zambrotta is injured.
Milan cannot field Paolo Maldini and Marcos Cafu because of injury, but there are no suspensions. Midfielder Massimo Ambrosini recently returned to action, and could be used in this match.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Alessandro Del Piero (Juventus)- With his terrific form (and the lack of goals by Zlatan Ibrahimovic), he could get the start, and despite his age, he can still produce moments of magical play.
Andrea Pirlo (Milan)- He, along with Gennaro Gattuso, was the best player on the pitch in the meeting of these two sides earlier this season. With so much of the defensive effort to be concentrated on Kakà, his passing could be the deciding factor.
POSSIBLE STARTING XI’s
Juventus (4-4-2): Buffon; Zebina, Thuram, Cannavaro, Balzaretti; Camoranesi, Vieira, Emerson, Nedved; Del Piero, Trezeguet
Milan (4-3-1-2): Dida; Stam, Nesta, Kaladze, Serginho; Gattuso, Pirlo, Seedorf; Kakà; Shevchenko, Inzaghi
PREDICTION
A prediction in this fixture could really be anyone’s guess. These are the two most successful sides in Italy, and it really doesn’t matter who is playing at home, because the traveling support will be great. Milan must win to have any hope for the title, but a win for Juventus will guarantee they get the trophy at season’s end. I believe a draw is the most likely outcome.
Juventus 1-1 Milan
About the bold part in the text, I hope there will be a camera directed on the bench, otherwise we won't be able to watch Del Piero
This match-up near the end of last season was virtually the decider for Juventus to win the title, and that could also be the case here.
10/03/2006 21:22
Joel Whitehead on goal.com wrote:
BACKGROUND
Juventus have a commanding ten point lead over their nearest rivals in the Serie A table, Milan. They have arguably been the best side in all of Europe this season, with just one loss in domestic competition (3-1 to Milan in late October). They can seal the title again with a win in this fixture, as afterward there will only be nine matches remaining, and a thirteen point deficit would be almost insurmountable.
‘Juve’ have been dominant all season, and have always been able to score when they needed to. Striker David Trezeguet has burned a whole in the net with eighteen goals, which is second only to Luca Toni of Fiorentina in the Serie A scoring chart. Also, the midfield is clearly one of the best in the entire world, with the addition of Patrick Vieira giving the side a formidable central midfield pairing of himself and Brazilian Emerson. Both players can win the ball and distribute equally well. However, the most incredible story for the side this season has been the reemergence of Alessandro Del Piero. Long thought to be well past his prime, ‘Alex’ has recaptured the form he used to show in the great days when Juventus would always be favorites to win all honors before them. His play has returned the Bianconeri to prominence, and they are on the verge of doing something rare, which is to win the Scudetto in consecutive seasons.
Milan are hoping their terrific play of late will carry them to victory in this match. Even while missing several key defensive members, they have forged a great rearguard, and it has nicely complemented the midfield and attack.
With captain Paolo Maldini and Marcos Cafu, among others, missing long periods of time, the reserves have stepped in solidly. Kakha Kaladze has been a constant alongside Alessandro Nesta in central defense, and Dario Simic is having his best-ever season in the Milan shirt. The return to form of Serginho this season is another reason why they have one of the best backlines around.
The offense is without a doubt the best in Italy, and is actually getting better. Andriy Shevchenko and Alberto Gilardino both have been scoring at a regular rate, and Filippo Inzaghi has been the best striker in Italy for the past month. After several seasons of sparse appearances due to multiple injuries, he is definitely back to the form which saw him earn the moniker ‘Superpippo.’
TEAM NEWS
Juve are without defenders Robert Kovac and Giorgio Chiellini through suspension, and Gianluca Zambrotta is injured.
Milan cannot field Paolo Maldini and Marcos Cafu because of injury, but there are no suspensions. Midfielder Massimo Ambrosini recently returned to action, and could be used in this match.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Alessandro Del Piero (Juventus)- With his terrific form (and the lack of goals by Zlatan Ibrahimovic), he could get the start, and despite his age, he can still produce moments of magical play.
Andrea Pirlo (Milan)- He, along with Gennaro Gattuso, was the best player on the pitch in the meeting of these two sides earlier this season. With so much of the defensive effort to be concentrated on Kakà, his passing could be the deciding factor.
POSSIBLE STARTING XI’s
Juventus (4-4-2): Buffon; Zebina, Thuram, Cannavaro, Balzaretti; Camoranesi, Vieira, Emerson, Nedved; Del Piero, Trezeguet
Milan (4-3-1-2): Dida; Stam, Nesta, Kaladze, Serginho; Gattuso, Pirlo, Seedorf; Kakà; Shevchenko, Inzaghi
PREDICTION
A prediction in this fixture could really be anyone’s guess. These are the two most successful sides in Italy, and it really doesn’t matter who is playing at home, because the traveling support will be great. Milan must win to have any hope for the title, but a win for Juventus will guarantee they get the trophy at season’s end. I believe a draw is the most likely outcome.
Juventus 1-1 Milan
About the bold part in the text, I hope there will be a camera directed on the bench, otherwise we won't be able to watch Del Piero
If Cap does not start Dp then he is simply a blind man.In the first match the captain changed our style of play when he went in.He gave some good passes and he nearly scored in the end with a half-volley.He is our most influental player and if he starts he will lead as to win.
Forza Alessandro!!!!!!!!!!!
Forza Alessandro!!!!!!!!!!!
Dominic said:
Haha, why do goal.com insist on making stuff up? Chiellini is in the squad and not suspended at all. Not the first time goal.com makes a stupid mistake such as this.
