[Serie B] Juventus vs Bari [20 Jan 2007] (1 Viewer)
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Deschamps knows who´s the man:
Deschamps: "Nedved: immeasurable quality"
Didier Deschamps’ traditional pre-match press conference opened with a word on the likelihood of Gigi Buffon taking the field against Bari tomorrow. “We’ll see how he feels today but it’s going to be difficult. His condition has improved a lot over the last few days but only he knows if he’s good to play or not”. The injury troubles of the last few months seem to have reached a turning point. “Giannichedda and Zanetti are ready to play. Marchionni and Legrottaglie have also been training with the rest of the group but even so, when a player’s been out for a long time, it takes a while to regain peak condition”. Giannichedda’s return may also give some relief to the beleaguered defence. “He can also play at the back. It’s not his natural role but he’s played there in the past and is more than capable, especially when we have an emergency on our hands. It’s complicated though as, after two months out, he doesn’t have ninety minutes in his legs yet”.
Perhaps the most positive news for tomorrow’s clash at the Olimpico is the return of Pavel Nedved. “It’s great he’s back. He’s been unavailable for so long it’s almost as if we’ve signed a new player in the transfer window. He’s more motivated than ever to get out there and lead the team forward. His quality as a player and what he adds to this team are immeasurable. He not only gives us a tactical advantage but a psychological one as well, it’s a different team when he’s on the field”. As one suspension ends, another begins, with Zebina sitting out the first of three matches tomorrow afternoon. “They know they were in the wrong but players with their personality and character can sometimes lose their cool during games. Yellow and red cards are part of football but players should avoid incidents which can carry lengthy bans. Of course they’re experienced players, but so was Zidane. Players can try and keep a lid on things throughout their careers but that fire inside can often be one of their main strengths”.
As Juventus look to open up a three point gap at the top against Bari, Alex Del Piero will be making his 500th appearance for the club. “I think he’s in his 14th year here. In Italy it’s more common, but it’s very hard to find players in other countries who stay loyal to a club for so long. He’s an example for everyone. He’s very attached to Juventus, he believes in the strength of this team. 500 appearances is an incredible milestone that few players can ever hope to reach. I know him well and the number is befitting of a player who’s been here his whole career, who’s always had the desire to give his all for the team. I hope he celebrates this milestone in fitting style tomorrow”. The journalist asked whether there are any down sides to having a player of his reputation in the dressing room. “None whatsoever. He sets a fine example, as we saw against Cesena. The team were in trouble and both him and David were on hand to help out. That’s what makes a true leader; when things aren’t going your way, you can always count on them to give the team a lift and lead by example”.
And finally, a word on the opposition. “Bari have only conceded 12 goals so far, but they’ve also only scored 18. They defend well and leave very little space for the opposition to play in. I don’t expect them to play any differently tomorrow, they’ll play their natural game of keeping it tight at the back and hitting us on the break, just as Cesena did and most other teams do at the Olimpico. We have to create space for ourselves so we’ll be looking to get forward at every opportunity. We’ll inevitably leave gaps at the back but that’s how it is for us in Serie B”.
Juventus.com
Deschamps: "Nedved: immeasurable quality"
Didier Deschamps’ traditional pre-match press conference opened with a word on the likelihood of Gigi Buffon taking the field against Bari tomorrow. “We’ll see how he feels today but it’s going to be difficult. His condition has improved a lot over the last few days but only he knows if he’s good to play or not”. The injury troubles of the last few months seem to have reached a turning point. “Giannichedda and Zanetti are ready to play. Marchionni and Legrottaglie have also been training with the rest of the group but even so, when a player’s been out for a long time, it takes a while to regain peak condition”. Giannichedda’s return may also give some relief to the beleaguered defence. “He can also play at the back. It’s not his natural role but he’s played there in the past and is more than capable, especially when we have an emergency on our hands. It’s complicated though as, after two months out, he doesn’t have ninety minutes in his legs yet”.
Perhaps the most positive news for tomorrow’s clash at the Olimpico is the return of Pavel Nedved. “It’s great he’s back. He’s been unavailable for so long it’s almost as if we’ve signed a new player in the transfer window. He’s more motivated than ever to get out there and lead the team forward. His quality as a player and what he adds to this team are immeasurable. He not only gives us a tactical advantage but a psychological one as well, it’s a different team when he’s on the field”. As one suspension ends, another begins, with Zebina sitting out the first of three matches tomorrow afternoon. “They know they were in the wrong but players with their personality and character can sometimes lose their cool during games. Yellow and red cards are part of football but players should avoid incidents which can carry lengthy bans. Of course they’re experienced players, but so was Zidane. Players can try and keep a lid on things throughout their careers but that fire inside can often be one of their main strengths”.
As Juventus look to open up a three point gap at the top against Bari, Alex Del Piero will be making his 500th appearance for the club. “I think he’s in his 14th year here. In Italy it’s more common, but it’s very hard to find players in other countries who stay loyal to a club for so long. He’s an example for everyone. He’s very attached to Juventus, he believes in the strength of this team. 500 appearances is an incredible milestone that few players can ever hope to reach. I know him well and the number is befitting of a player who’s been here his whole career, who’s always had the desire to give his all for the team. I hope he celebrates this milestone in fitting style tomorrow”. The journalist asked whether there are any down sides to having a player of his reputation in the dressing room. “None whatsoever. He sets a fine example, as we saw against Cesena. The team were in trouble and both him and David were on hand to help out. That’s what makes a true leader; when things aren’t going your way, you can always count on them to give the team a lift and lead by example”.
And finally, a word on the opposition. “Bari have only conceded 12 goals so far, but they’ve also only scored 18. They defend well and leave very little space for the opposition to play in. I don’t expect them to play any differently tomorrow, they’ll play their natural game of keeping it tight at the back and hitting us on the break, just as Cesena did and most other teams do at the Olimpico. We have to create space for ourselves so we’ll be looking to get forward at every opportunity. We’ll inevitably leave gaps at the back but that’s how it is for us in Serie B”.
Juventus.com
Who is the referee??
He is Andrea De Marco...
He was the referee during two previous Juve matches:
Juve-Empoli 22/1/2006 which ended 2-1 for Juve with two goals scored by Cannavaro and one goal scored by Almiron...The referee gave three yellow cards in this match, one of them was given to Vieira...
Crotone-Juve 19/9/2006 which ended 0-3 also for Juve with three goals, two of them were scored by Bojinov and one goal by Boumsong...The referee gave 7 yellow cards in this match, three of them were to Birindelli, Zanetti & Balzaretti...
Knowing that we won't see Cannavaro and Boumsong for sure in this match...Could we see Bojinov??
He is Andrea De Marco...
He was the referee during two previous Juve matches:
Juve-Empoli 22/1/2006 which ended 2-1 for Juve with two goals scored by Cannavaro and one goal scored by Almiron...The referee gave three yellow cards in this match, one of them was given to Vieira...
Crotone-Juve 19/9/2006 which ended 0-3 also for Juve with three goals, two of them were scored by Bojinov and one goal by Boumsong...The referee gave 7 yellow cards in this match, three of them were to Birindelli, Zanetti & Balzaretti...
Knowing that we won't see Cannavaro and Boumsong for sure in this match...Could we see Bojinov??
Lots of returnees.
Serie B Tim - 19 gen 2007 - 18:19
Juventus–Bari, i convocati
2 Birindelli
6 Zanetti
8 Giannichedda
9 Bojinov (also a returnee if his issues with dd are truely resolved)
10 Del Piero
11 Nedved
12 Mirante
13 Piccolo
14 Balzaretti
15 Marchisio
16 Camoranesi
17 Trezeguet
19 Paro
20 Palladino
22 Belardi
29 De Ceglie
30 Legrottaglie
32 Marchionni
Serie B Tim - 19 gen 2007 - 18:19
Juventus–Bari, i convocati
2 Birindelli
6 Zanetti
8 Giannichedda
9 Bojinov (also a returnee if his issues with dd are truely resolved)
10 Del Piero
11 Nedved
12 Mirante
13 Piccolo
14 Balzaretti
15 Marchisio
16 Camoranesi
17 Trezeguet
19 Paro
20 Palladino
22 Belardi
29 De Ceglie
30 Legrottaglie
32 Marchionni
