Fantastic match amid horrid defending. It was one of the most exciting Serie A matches I have seen all season long, as even hungover I was on the edge of my seat. Del Piero was an absolute magician out there, taking balls down with pure class and masterclass technique that is of the highest calibre. Zanetti was the master of midfield with his sublime tackling, consistency and vision. That was probably the best match I have ever seen Cristiano play as he was amazing. Fantastic passes and vision by the "Inter reject."
The defense was terrible, though. Absolutely terrible. However, Rocchi and Pandev were all over the place causing problems, and they could probably pose problems for any club. I'm glad to see Ranieri finally field Tiago and switch up the formation in the second half to a 4-3-1-2, which looked good despite us sitting back. I believe we MUST field this formation with the absence of Camoranesi, and this thinking is supported with the evidence we have witnessed today. Overall it was a great match and we looked damn good away to Lazio, which is always a difficult match for any side.
Buffon - 9 - His amazing save against the Rocchi header at 2-1 saved the game. Best keeper in the world without a doubt.
Zebina - 5.5 - Looked good going forward, but made some mistakes at the back, along with unnecessary fouls.
Legrottaglie - 6 - He was decent except for some missed marks.
Chiellini - 6.5 - I thought he was damn good today and there should be no argument as to what position he should play.
Molinaro - 4 - Terrible first half. He could have cost us two goals with his mistakes, and again his crossing was pitiful. People need to get over this player and realize he isn't very good and will not get better. He was never that talented to begin with. Bring us De Ceglie in January, if possible.
Salihamidzic - 6.5 - He was good in the first half and filled in nicely at left midfield in the second. Glad to see he was performing today as he's a good player in my book.
Nocerino - 6 - His usual rugged and tenacious self.
Zanetti - 10 - A perfect match really, and perhaps his best at Juventus. This guy plays his role like the best of them, and his two lofted passes behind the Lazio defense won us the game. Fantastic player who always performs, always does his job, but never gets praise. He BETTER be in the Italy setup as he's been the best midfield all-arounder in Serie A this season.
Nedved - 5.5 - Worked hard like usual, but the knock through him off his game a little.
Trezeguet - 6 - Worked very hard for the side tonight, but should have finished the Tiago through ball.
Del Piero - 9 - Sublime touches, fantastic finishes, utter class. Perhaps his best match of the season. You have got to love this man.
Tiago - 6.5 - He got stuck in, won a lot of balls, and set up Trezeguet nicely. He continues to show that he deserves a starting role, and Ranieri better give it to him. NOW.
Ranieri - 6 - Thank you for changing the formation, Claudio. Now do it again and stop sticking with the straight 4-4-2.