[Serie A] Juventus 1 - 1 Fiorentina, Saturday Oct 17th, 2009 (21 Viewers)
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Juventus may be struggling at this moment in time, but Serafino Ingardia still expects them to be fighting for Lo Scudetto this term
We’re only seven games into the new season and Ciro Ferrara is rapidly discovering how difficult it is to Coach a club like Juventus.
The Bianconeri didn’t have a bad start to the season. On the contrary, they collected successive wins in the capital against firstly Roma and then Lazio. However, a few false steps later and they are on the verge of a crisis which could jeopardise their entire campaign.
Last Sunday’s unexpected defeat in Palermo came after three successive draws, including a disappointing stalemate at home to Bologna when a late equaliser cost them victory.
Juve have clearly been struggling and the 4-3-1-2 formation is being cited as the main cause of their troubles. But rather than blaming Ferrara’s strategy, fans as well as pundits should focus on different factors.
The Bianconeri have suffered so many injuries which have undoubtedly stopped their growth in a delicate time. The list is long and cannot be underestimated. Starting from Momo Sissoko to Fabio Cannavaro, Alex Del Piero, Claudio Marchisio and Diego, Ferrara has had to reshuffle things and make do without some of his best men.
Then there is the Brazilian issue which has affected them. While Diego needs time to settle – we will see the best of him by January or so – Amauri has been inconsistent in front of the net. The former Rosanero last scored over eight months ago, but you have to credit him for his efforts. Meanwhile, Felipe Melo is also under pressure. He may not be worth £22m, but there is talent which will eventually come through.
There is also the collateral damage relating to the boardroom. Giovanni Cobolli Gigli will soon be replaced by Jean-Claude Blanc at the helm of the club. The lack of a strong and protective President is undoubtedly a hindrance.
But the Bianconeri must remain hopeful because their problems could soon vanish. They need time to adjust but they remain genuine contenders for the Scudetto. Once their injury list is cleared and the Brazilian trio start working efficiently then they will become a side to fear.
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Juventus may be struggling at this moment in time, but Serafino Ingardia still expects them to be fighting for Lo Scudetto this term
We’re only seven games into the new season and Ciro Ferrara is rapidly discovering how difficult it is to Coach a club like Juventus.
The Bianconeri didn’t have a bad start to the season. On the contrary, they collected successive wins in the capital against firstly Roma and then Lazio. However, a few false steps later and they are on the verge of a crisis which could jeopardise their entire campaign.
Last Sunday’s unexpected defeat in Palermo came after three successive draws, including a disappointing stalemate at home to Bologna when a late equaliser cost them victory.
Juve have clearly been struggling and the 4-3-1-2 formation is being cited as the main cause of their troubles. But rather than blaming Ferrara’s strategy, fans as well as pundits should focus on different factors.
The Bianconeri have suffered so many injuries which have undoubtedly stopped their growth in a delicate time. The list is long and cannot be underestimated. Starting from Momo Sissoko to Fabio Cannavaro, Alex Del Piero, Claudio Marchisio and Diego, Ferrara has had to reshuffle things and make do without some of his best men.
Then there is the Brazilian issue which has affected them. While Diego needs time to settle – we will see the best of him by January or so – Amauri has been inconsistent in front of the net. The former Rosanero last scored over eight months ago, but you have to credit him for his efforts. Meanwhile, Felipe Melo is also under pressure. He may not be worth £22m, but there is talent which will eventually come through.
There is also the collateral damage relating to the boardroom. Giovanni Cobolli Gigli will soon be replaced by Jean-Claude Blanc at the helm of the club. The lack of a strong and protective President is undoubtedly a hindrance.
But the Bianconeri must remain hopeful because their problems could soon vanish. They need time to adjust but they remain genuine contenders for the Scudetto. Once their injury list is cleared and the Brazilian trio start working efficiently then they will become a side to fear.