Juventus Struggled to Imprint Their Mark in the Match Against Stuttgart
Juventus' Tough Match Against Stuttgart
On Tuesday night, Juventus faced their first defeat of the 2024-25 season, falling to Stuttgart in a narrow 1-0 loss at the Allianz Stadium. The game highlighted Juventus' difficulties in asserting their style of play, leaving manager Thiago Motta with much to discuss.
The Game's Turning Point
The deadlock was broken in the second-half stoppage time by Stuttgart's substitute El Bilal Touré. Motta commented, “We have to accept the result, improve and recover.” He recognized that his team struggled with possession control, saying, “We struggled to impose our style of play which is important to compete against a strong team.”
Defensive Lapse
Juventus allowed a staggering 22 shots from Stuttgart, significantly higher than their average. Goalkeeper Mattia Perin showcased his skills with nine crucial saves to prevent further goals.
Looking Forward
Motta underlined the need for defensive solidarity and improvement in upcoming matches, particularly as they prepare for the Derby d’Italia against Inter. “We suffered out of possession…we must improve for the next games and that starts against Inter,” he stated.
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