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JUVENTUS 3-1 CATANIA
Juventus: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Giaccherini, Marchisio, Pirlo, Padoin (Pepe 60), De Ceglie (Vucinic 68); Borriello (Lichtsteiner 76), Quagliarella
Catania: Kosicky; Motta, Bellusci, Legrottaglie, Marchese; Izco, Lodi (Spolli 60), Almiron; Gomez (Seymour 70), Bergessio, Barrientos (Biagianti 50)
Ref: Brighi
Sent off: Motta 65 (C)
-HE SAID-
Conte: 'Juve passed Catania test'
Antonio Conte is pleased Juventus ended their dry spell and passed the Catania test. “We’d never gone behind at home before.”
The Bianconeri were trailing in the early minutes, but fought back to equalise with Andrea Pirlo. After Marco Motta saw red, they emerged 3-1 winners.
“We’d never gone behind at home before, but did well and showed maturity, giving a strong response to the fans and proving this is a strong side,” said the Coach.
“We are a great squad and I saw that in the celebrations too. We knew that Catania were strong and motivated with many interesting players. I think they’re doing a great job in Sicily.”
Juve adopted the 3-5-2 system against Catania’s initial 4-3-3 and were caught out at the back in the first half.
“I think we did well both with the 4-3-3 and the 3-5-2 this season, but I believe the team is happier with this tactic. We have three excellent centre-backs and it’s a shame to leave one out.”
Conte had complained a great deal about the referees recently, but had no qualms about Christian Brighi.
“I think the referee was impeccable and deserves praise.”
Chiellini: “A vital three points”
Giorgio Chiellini has expressed the value of Juventus’ 3-1 home victory over Catania. The defender stooped to shatter the vistors’ resilience with fifteen minutes remaining, registering his second goal of the season in the process.
He began: “It was vital to get all three points against Catania. We felt the importance of the game because we wanted to redeem ourselves after the last two encounters. The goal scored fifteen minutes from the end shows exactly how much we pushed and how we never give up.”
The 27-year-old concluded by looking ahead to next weekend’s top of the table clash at the San Siro.
“It will be a spectacular game,” he stated. “It’s important to go into it off the back of a victory. The difference between the two sides? Perhaps it’s the fact that we’ve drawn more against the smaller teams, while they can count on Ibrahimovic who makes the difference in those games. If he plays or not matters little, because if he’s not involved then there’s Pato or El Sharaawy, who’s doing great.”
Quagliarella: “Satisfied with my goal and performance”
“This has been my third game starting from the first string, honestly I can’t take Lecce into account, and I’ve scored my second goal… I’m satisfied.” Fabio Quagliarella participated in Juventus’ victory which took the Bianconeri back at the top of the table, at least for tonight, also confirming his excellent scoring average: “I’m happy with my goal, but also with my performance because I’ve done what our manager asked, also looking for a better understanding with Borriello. Am I more present in our rivals’ area? Well, as compared to the past, I try to do so in order not to go around on the pitch. Experience is useful from this point of view as well.”
After the goal, all tem-mates celebrated Fabio, especially Storari: “I was a bit worried for my cheekbone. I tried to protect my face, and I also wounded in my head. I pushed Marco far from me because my head hurt, but then in the dressing room I apologized, and we hugged again.”
Now Milan is the target: “We’ll prepare ourselves very carefully for that clash, like we usually do. It will be a very interesting game.”
Pirlo: 'I'm ready for Milan reunion'
Andrea Pirlo is already looking ahead to next week’s clash against his old club Milan. “I won’t be emotional, as the game is too important.”
The midfielder spent 10 years at San Siro, but scored his first goal in a Juventus jersey during last night’s 3-1 win over Catania.
“I am happy and the goal was important, as we were trailing at the time. We always put in strong performances against the smaller clubs, but lately were unable to score.”
Next weekend there is a head-to-head for the Scudetto against Pirlo’s former teammates.
“The return to San Siro will be exciting, but I won’t be emotional after that, as the game is too important. I don’t think we are the favourites for this match.”
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to miss out due to his ban, although Milan have lodged an appeal to have it reduced.
“I hope all the strongest players can take part,” added Pirlo.
Juventus: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Giaccherini, Marchisio, Pirlo, Padoin (Pepe 60), De Ceglie (Vucinic 68); Borriello (Lichtsteiner 76), Quagliarella
Catania: Kosicky; Motta, Bellusci, Legrottaglie, Marchese; Izco, Lodi (Spolli 60), Almiron; Gomez (Seymour 70), Bergessio, Barrientos (Biagianti 50)
Ref: Brighi
Sent off: Motta 65 (C)
-HE SAID-
Conte: 'Juve passed Catania test'
Antonio Conte is pleased Juventus ended their dry spell and passed the Catania test. “We’d never gone behind at home before.”
The Bianconeri were trailing in the early minutes, but fought back to equalise with Andrea Pirlo. After Marco Motta saw red, they emerged 3-1 winners.
“We’d never gone behind at home before, but did well and showed maturity, giving a strong response to the fans and proving this is a strong side,” said the Coach.
“We are a great squad and I saw that in the celebrations too. We knew that Catania were strong and motivated with many interesting players. I think they’re doing a great job in Sicily.”
Juve adopted the 3-5-2 system against Catania’s initial 4-3-3 and were caught out at the back in the first half.
“I think we did well both with the 4-3-3 and the 3-5-2 this season, but I believe the team is happier with this tactic. We have three excellent centre-backs and it’s a shame to leave one out.”
Conte had complained a great deal about the referees recently, but had no qualms about Christian Brighi.
“I think the referee was impeccable and deserves praise.”
Chiellini: “A vital three points”
Giorgio Chiellini has expressed the value of Juventus’ 3-1 home victory over Catania. The defender stooped to shatter the vistors’ resilience with fifteen minutes remaining, registering his second goal of the season in the process.
He began: “It was vital to get all three points against Catania. We felt the importance of the game because we wanted to redeem ourselves after the last two encounters. The goal scored fifteen minutes from the end shows exactly how much we pushed and how we never give up.”
The 27-year-old concluded by looking ahead to next weekend’s top of the table clash at the San Siro.
“It will be a spectacular game,” he stated. “It’s important to go into it off the back of a victory. The difference between the two sides? Perhaps it’s the fact that we’ve drawn more against the smaller teams, while they can count on Ibrahimovic who makes the difference in those games. If he plays or not matters little, because if he’s not involved then there’s Pato or El Sharaawy, who’s doing great.”
Quagliarella: “Satisfied with my goal and performance”
“This has been my third game starting from the first string, honestly I can’t take Lecce into account, and I’ve scored my second goal… I’m satisfied.” Fabio Quagliarella participated in Juventus’ victory which took the Bianconeri back at the top of the table, at least for tonight, also confirming his excellent scoring average: “I’m happy with my goal, but also with my performance because I’ve done what our manager asked, also looking for a better understanding with Borriello. Am I more present in our rivals’ area? Well, as compared to the past, I try to do so in order not to go around on the pitch. Experience is useful from this point of view as well.”
After the goal, all tem-mates celebrated Fabio, especially Storari: “I was a bit worried for my cheekbone. I tried to protect my face, and I also wounded in my head. I pushed Marco far from me because my head hurt, but then in the dressing room I apologized, and we hugged again.”
Now Milan is the target: “We’ll prepare ourselves very carefully for that clash, like we usually do. It will be a very interesting game.”
Pirlo: 'I'm ready for Milan reunion'
Andrea Pirlo is already looking ahead to next week’s clash against his old club Milan. “I won’t be emotional, as the game is too important.”
The midfielder spent 10 years at San Siro, but scored his first goal in a Juventus jersey during last night’s 3-1 win over Catania.
“I am happy and the goal was important, as we were trailing at the time. We always put in strong performances against the smaller clubs, but lately were unable to score.”
Next weekend there is a head-to-head for the Scudetto against Pirlo’s former teammates.
“The return to San Siro will be exciting, but I won’t be emotional after that, as the game is too important. I don’t think we are the favourites for this match.”
Zlatan Ibrahimovic is set to miss out due to his ban, although Milan have lodged an appeal to have it reduced.
“I hope all the strongest players can take part,” added Pirlo.
FINO ALLA FINE FORZA JUVENTUS!!
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