[Serie A] Juventus - Fiorentina (3 Viewers)
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Yep kinda of a boring game like some ppl have mentioned out here but lts be fair it takes 2 to tango and it takes 2 teams to make an exciting game
Fiorentina just came there to defend and putting 8 players behind the ball at all times its just scandalous to me
So it was difficult for us to create anything
Having said that , I was impressed with Blasi as he is turning out to be a warrior for the side
Camo was good as fas as i was concerned, and helped at both ends of his side of the pitch, not his fault that Pessoto is totally bereft of any attacking ideas
Zlatan was his usual selfish self ( pardon me that) as sometimes his holding of the ball helps to draw players to him, most of the time its just foolhardy as it creates nothing in the long run as he never wiggles himself out of situations like that and even if he does, he goes back into trouble
Dp was just hopeless, no other way to put it but if I was him , I would be concerned and annoyed like Montella was at the regularity of his substitutions by Capello for Zalayeta, it seems it is never Zlatan to be taken off
Nedved was ineffective but the again it was difficult for him with there be no space and all
Maresca was only visible by his rugby tackle on Dp, and kicking him after wards and his slight over reaction to every time he was tackled , apart from that he was highly inefective and did not show any reason for Juve to regret selling him in this particular match
Miccolli was his usual bright for the first 5 minutes, totally disappear for 80 mins and then reappear at the end , but it was not entirely his fault as his team hardly atacked
Fiorentina just came there to defend and putting 8 players behind the ball at all times its just scandalous to me
So it was difficult for us to create anything
Having said that , I was impressed with Blasi as he is turning out to be a warrior for the side
Camo was good as fas as i was concerned, and helped at both ends of his side of the pitch, not his fault that Pessoto is totally bereft of any attacking ideas
Zlatan was his usual selfish self ( pardon me that) as sometimes his holding of the ball helps to draw players to him, most of the time its just foolhardy as it creates nothing in the long run as he never wiggles himself out of situations like that and even if he does, he goes back into trouble
Dp was just hopeless, no other way to put it but if I was him , I would be concerned and annoyed like Montella was at the regularity of his substitutions by Capello for Zalayeta, it seems it is never Zlatan to be taken off
Nedved was ineffective but the again it was difficult for him with there be no space and all
Maresca was only visible by his rugby tackle on Dp, and kicking him after wards and his slight over reaction to every time he was tackled , apart from that he was highly inefective and did not show any reason for Juve to regret selling him in this particular match
Miccolli was his usual bright for the first 5 minutes, totally disappear for 80 mins and then reappear at the end , but it was not entirely his fault as his team hardly atacked
I like the way Zlatan playing.
If you want to score against team who only defends, you have to do something special. And Zlatan tried it.. It is not his fault, in many ocassion he was alone in front of the goal, the other player just waited for wonders from him..
Gazzetta delo sport said last week, that Ibra is the most succesful striker in the first games for juve. He has already 5 Goals and 5 Assists.. He needs just more time, and he ist going to be great...
If you want to score against team who only defends, you have to do something special. And Zlatan tried it.. It is not his fault, in many ocassion he was alone in front of the goal, the other player just waited for wonders from him..
Gazzetta delo sport said last week, that Ibra is the most succesful striker in the first games for juve. He has already 5 Goals and 5 Assists.. He needs just more time, and he ist going to be great...
everybody seems to be blasting Zeman ever since he gave that comment about Juve 
Serie A Preview: Lecce-Juventus
11/13/2004 4:00:00 PM
Lecce take on Juventus in what promises to be a highly entertaining game on Sunday. The Bianconeri have recently returned to winning ways and will look to take all three points against an impressive Lecce side.
BACKGROUND
Lecce have been a revelation this season in Serie A. Many critics wondered how the players would adapt to their new manager’s style of play. Zeman has reshaped the team in his own image, demanding attacking football with flair and pace. After the sale of their star striker Chevanton in the summer, many expected Lecce to struggle for goals. This as certainly not been the case however, as Zeman’s men are now amongst the top scoring sides in Italy.
Lecce are certainly no longer an unknown quantity, as many sides have begun showing them greater respect during encounters with them. As teams have begun to show more concentration against the southern club, their results have slipped as of late, beginning with a 4-0 defeat to Fiorentina. Zeman’s philosophy is that attack is the best form of defence; the Lecce manager recently stated that his team will not hold back against Juventus.
Juventus come into the match a controversial win over Fiorentina on Wednesday. The Bianconeri bounced back after a shock defeat to Reggina, ending their impressive unbeaten run. Against Fiorentina, Juventus were hardly spectacular but managed to get the job done. Capello has publicly expressed his anxiety that his players are growing tired. On Wednesday the winning goal arrived courtesy of the improving Ruben Olivera. The young Uruguayan was fielded in an unfamiliar role for the injured Emerson, impressing once again.
TEAM NEWS
Lecce:
Zeman has almost a full squad to chose from. Only the young Ivory Coast striker Axel Konan is unavailable to the tactician. Bojinov will start against the Bianconeri after his impressive start to the season.
Juventus:
Trezeguet and Zebina are still injured and will not take part. Del Piero will start after recovering from a training nock. Nedved is suspended for the match and will be replaced by Olivera. Emerson has recovered from an injury and should start on the bench.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Lecce:
Juventus target Bojinov will be Lecce’s main threat. The young Bulgarian has been amongst the top goal scorers all season. Bojinov looks set to become one of the most important players in World football for years to come. The youngster has great technical ability and an eye for goal.
Juventus:
Olivera will look to follow up on his impressive performance in midweek with another good game. Juve’s own young prodigy looks set to become an important player too, his impressive technical ability could be the key to unlocking Lecce.
PROBABLE STARTING XIs
Lecce (4-3-3):
Sicignano - Cassetti, Diamoutene, Stovini, Rullo - Giacomazzi, Ledesma, Dalla Bona - Bojinov, Bjelanovic, Pinardi
Juventus (4-4-2):
Buffon - Birindelli, Thuram, F.Cannavaro, Pessotto - Camoranesi, Blasi, Olivera, Zambrotta - Del Piero, Ibrahimovic.
PREDICTION
Juventus should easily cope with Siena at the follow on from their win over Fiorentina with a win against Lecce.
Lecce 0-2 Juventus
11/13/2004 4:00:00 PM
Lecce take on Juventus in what promises to be a highly entertaining game on Sunday. The Bianconeri have recently returned to winning ways and will look to take all three points against an impressive Lecce side.
BACKGROUND
Lecce have been a revelation this season in Serie A. Many critics wondered how the players would adapt to their new manager’s style of play. Zeman has reshaped the team in his own image, demanding attacking football with flair and pace. After the sale of their star striker Chevanton in the summer, many expected Lecce to struggle for goals. This as certainly not been the case however, as Zeman’s men are now amongst the top scoring sides in Italy.
Lecce are certainly no longer an unknown quantity, as many sides have begun showing them greater respect during encounters with them. As teams have begun to show more concentration against the southern club, their results have slipped as of late, beginning with a 4-0 defeat to Fiorentina. Zeman’s philosophy is that attack is the best form of defence; the Lecce manager recently stated that his team will not hold back against Juventus.
Juventus come into the match a controversial win over Fiorentina on Wednesday. The Bianconeri bounced back after a shock defeat to Reggina, ending their impressive unbeaten run. Against Fiorentina, Juventus were hardly spectacular but managed to get the job done. Capello has publicly expressed his anxiety that his players are growing tired. On Wednesday the winning goal arrived courtesy of the improving Ruben Olivera. The young Uruguayan was fielded in an unfamiliar role for the injured Emerson, impressing once again.
TEAM NEWS
Lecce:
Zeman has almost a full squad to chose from. Only the young Ivory Coast striker Axel Konan is unavailable to the tactician. Bojinov will start against the Bianconeri after his impressive start to the season.
Juventus:
Trezeguet and Zebina are still injured and will not take part. Del Piero will start after recovering from a training nock. Nedved is suspended for the match and will be replaced by Olivera. Emerson has recovered from an injury and should start on the bench.
PLAYERS TO WATCH
Lecce:
Juventus target Bojinov will be Lecce’s main threat. The young Bulgarian has been amongst the top goal scorers all season. Bojinov looks set to become one of the most important players in World football for years to come. The youngster has great technical ability and an eye for goal.
Juventus:
Olivera will look to follow up on his impressive performance in midweek with another good game. Juve’s own young prodigy looks set to become an important player too, his impressive technical ability could be the key to unlocking Lecce.
PROBABLE STARTING XIs
Lecce (4-3-3):
Sicignano - Cassetti, Diamoutene, Stovini, Rullo - Giacomazzi, Ledesma, Dalla Bona - Bojinov, Bjelanovic, Pinardi
Juventus (4-4-2):
Buffon - Birindelli, Thuram, F.Cannavaro, Pessotto - Camoranesi, Blasi, Olivera, Zambrotta - Del Piero, Ibrahimovic.
PREDICTION
Juventus should easily cope with Siena at the follow on from their win over Fiorentina with a win against Lecce.
Lecce 0-2 Juventus
