Massimiliano Allegri grooms his Juventus team.

The words of Massimiliano Allegri

Massimiliano Allegri spoke on the eve of the league debut: “We are Juventus and we have a duty to aim to win. I see too much triumphalism though and I don’t like that, we have to know it will be difficult and change our attitude. Only in this way, one step at a time, can we make up the gap.”

“We have worked well this month, but the first game is always strange and intriguing. The three points count and we face a technical team. The condition is not maximal, but we have to play as a team and with great enthusiasm from everyone. We have Rabiot and Kean out due to disqualification. In my opinion this regulation thing needs to be reviewed because it is one thing if one is sent off on the last day of the season another if one gets the sum of cautions after 38 games. This is my idea. Also out are Szczesny who is recovering, Aké and Pogba. Arthur has an ankle problem and market rumors are distracting him. McKennie is available.

“I understand that the fans’ mood is not at its best. We have played three friendlies against important opponents and we have a duty to aim to win even if it is always difficult. We have to work quietly and improve the team in all aspects, such as the game and the defensive phase. The daily work makes me satisfied and the society has worked well in the market. We must not underestimate the opponent and do better in defense because we have taken eight goals in three games. The team is calm and has enthusiasm.”