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Spalletti: "Yildiz as a number 9? He’s not quite there yet; he still lacks that certain flair"

The Juventus manager's comments following the victory over Udinese.

Udinese v Juventus: the Udine crowd haven’t forgotten Spalletti: “You bastard…”

A chant from the Friuli supporters directed at the Juventus manager that cannot be repeated.

Juventus, Spalletti: "It's like in video games – now we're on to the next level"

Pre-match comments ahead of the game against Udinese.

Cassano: "Football isn't about Inzaghi and Allegri"

The former striker speaks harshly about the current state of Italian football, not sparing Inzaghi and Allegri from his criticism.

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📽️ | USMNT star McKennie slapped by boss after Juve goal

USMNT star Weston McKennie was bizarrely slapped by his own manager after seeing Juventus score a goal in their 4-0 victory over Pisa. The United States international midfielder played the full 90 minutes of that contest, having lined up at wing-back, but may have been left sporting a sore head afterwards after being clipped on the cheek by Luciano Spalletti.

Spalletti set for Juve contract extension

Juventus are moving quickly to tie Luciano Spalletti to a long-term deal, despite their recent Champions League exit against Galatasaray. Following recent player renewals, the Bianconeri board wants to lock down the former Italy manager until 2028. This extension aims to provide a clear technical project and stability as the club focuses entirely on domestic success and future sustainability.

Osimhen explains refusal to celebrate against Juve

The sight of Victor Osimhen finding the back of the net at the Allianz Stadium is a familiar one for Italian football fans, but his latest strike in the Champions League carried a completely different weight. While his goal for Galatasaray added another chapter to his prolific European campaign - despite a 3-2 defeat on the night that nevertheless secured a 7-5 aggregate victory and a place in the round of 16 - it was his stoic reaction, or lack thereof, that truly caught the eye. Despite the high stakes of the continental clash, the Nigerian superstar opted for silence over celebration, later revealing that his history with the man in the opposing dugout, Luciano Spalletti, dictated his conduct on the night.

Crisis in Turin: How to bet on Juventus after a poor run

Five winless games and successive Serie A defeats have impacted prices. Juventus are struggling, and the betting markets are reflecting this decline.

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Juve set to hand Spalletti new deal and transfer power

Juventus are moving swiftly to secure its long-term future under Luciano Spalletti. Despite a period of mixed results on the pitch, the hierarchy in Turin has seen enough to double down on the former Italy national team head coach. The message coming out of the Allianz Stadium is clear: Spalletti is the man to lead the Bianconeri restoration, and he is about to be rewarded with more than just a piece of paper. The tactician is currently locked into a deal that runs until the end of June, but the club are eager to rub out any uncertainty regarding his position before the current campaign reaches its climax.

Juve boss slams Inter coach Chivu for 'stupid' attack on Kalulu

The fallout from the Derby d'Italia has turned ugly as Luciano Spalletti launched a scathing attack on his Inter counterpart. After Juventus lost 3-2 in a match marred by Pierre Kalulu's controversial red card, the Bianconeri boss was left fuming by "unacceptable" insults directed at his defender by Christian Chivu, adding fuel to the fire of a simulation scandal involving Alessandro Bastoni.

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'Can't say that!' - Furious Conte bites back at Spalletti

Antonio Conte has sent a bitter warning to Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti after he claimed Napoli were the 'former Italian champions'. Juve defeated Napoli 3-0 in Serie A on Sunday, but a war of words between the two head coaches has extended into this week, with Conte using his pre-match press conference prior to Wednesday's Champions League clash with Chelsea to hit out at his rival.

USMNT star McKennie a 'perfect striker', says Juventus boss

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has heaped praise on USMNT star Weston McKennie, claiming the midfielder has all the attributes to be a "perfect central striker" following the Bianconeri's emphatic 3-0 victory over Napoli. Spalletti also highlighted a significant limitation in the game of goalscorer Jonathan David, comparing him unfavourably to Napoli forward Rasmus Hojlund despite the Canadian’s crucial strike.

'Conte's was the real success' - Napoli president takes aim at Spalletti

Aurelio De Laurentiis has reignited the rivalry with former manager Luciano Spalletti, now at Juventus. The Napoli president claimed the recent Serie A title under Antonio Conte was 'the real Scudetto' compared to the 'obvious' victory secured by his predecessor, insisting the cinematic drama of last season's 'blockbuster' battle made it superior to the dominance of the 2023 campaign.

Spalletti slams 'embarrassing' Juventus despite Champions League win

Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti has delivered a scathing assessment of his side’s performance following their 2-0 victory against Pafos in the Champions League, labelling parts of their first-half display as "embarrassing". The Italian tactician lamented that his players missed "easy balls" and struggled defensively, necessitating a tactical reshuffle involving Weston McKennie to shore up a fragile backline.

Scared of Conte?! Spalletti's Juve plan failed in Napoli defeat - Capello

Fabio Capello has delivered a damning verdict on Juventus' tactical failure against Napoli, suggesting that Luciano Spalletti’s side played with fear against Antonio Conte’s high-flying team. The Bianconeri were simply unable to cope with the "speed and pressure" imposed by the hosts during a damaging defeat that may prove key in the Serie A title race, the ex-England manager argued.

Attitude issues and no courage - Spalletti gives dismal Juve verdict

Newly-appointed Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti has criticised the team's lack of courage and revealed major problems inside the camp after their tight win over Bodo/Glimt. After taking charge last month, the ex-Italy boss guided the Turin club to their first Champions League win of the season and is eager to see his side continue their improvement.

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