Juventus Dominates Cagliari, Advances in Italian Cup
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Juventus secured a resounding 4-0 victory over Cagliari in the Round of 16 of the Italian Cup on December 17, 2024, fueled by a stellar performance and an assist from American midfielder Kenan Yıldız. The decisive win propels the Turin giants into the quarter-finals.
The match,played at Juventus Stadium in Turin,saw goals from Vlahovic (44th minute),Koopmeiners (53rd minute),Conceiçao (80th minute),and Gonzalez (89th minute). The dominant display showcased Juventus’ attacking prowess and defensive solidity.
Yıldız’s Continued Success
Yıldız, who previously assisted Vlahovic in a crucial Champions League victory against city, once again connected with the Serbian striker, setting up Vlahovic’s opening goal against Cagliari. This continued collaboration highlights the growing synergy between the two players.
This Italian Cup appearance marked Yıldız’s 23rd match across the Champions League, Serie A, and the Italian Cup this season. His impressive contributions include 4 goals and 5 assists, solidifying his position as a key player for Juventus.
“🇹🇷 Kenan Yıldız & Dusan Vlahovic collaboration continues🤝”
— Spor Arena (@sporarena)
Yıldız started the match in the starting XI and was substituted in the 67th minute by Nicolas Ivan Gonzalez. His performance further cemented his growing reputation as a rising star in European football.
Starting Lineups
Juventus: Di Gregorio, Savona, Locatelli, Kalulu, McKennie, Thuram, Koopmeiners, Conceicao, Kenan, Mbangula, Vlahovic
Cagliari: Scuffet, Zappa, Palomino, Wiesteska, Augello, Zortea, Marin, Prati, Deiola, Gaetano, Lapadula
This victory underscores Juventus’ ambition to compete for major titles this season. With Yıldız’s continued contributions, the team looks poised for a strong finish in both domestic and European competitions.
interview: Kenan Yıldız Helping Drive Juventus’ Success
Host: Welcome back to World Today News. Today we’re joined by Senior Football Analyst, Alessandro Bianchi, to discuss the extraordinary performance of Juventus and rising star Kenan Yıldız. Alessandro, welcome.
Alessandro Bianchi: Thanks for having me, it’s great to be here.
Host: Juventus steamrolled cagliari 4-0 in the Italian Cup last night. What were your biggest takeaways?
Alessandro Bianchi: That was a dominant performance from Juventus. They controlled the game from start to finish, showing strength in both attack and defence. Obviously, the 4-0 scoreline speaks for itself. Yıldız was specifically influential – his assist for Vlahovic’s goal was a gorgeous piece of play.
Host: Yıldız has been making waves this season, this was his 23rd appearance across all competitions. Can you tell us a little about his development?
Alessandro Bianchi: Yıldız has really come into his own this year. He’s showing maturity beyond his years,his passing is precise and his link-up play with Vlahovic is blossoming,as we saw last night. Four goals and five assists this season? That’s impressive for a young midfielder. He’s definitely one to watch.
Host: Juventus seem to be hitting their stride. With Yıldız emerging as a key player alongside established stars, what are their prospects for the remainder of the season?
Alessandro Bianchi: Juventus look very perilous.They’re playing with confidence and have a squad full of talent. If Yıldız can maintain this form, coupled with the experience of players like Vlahovic and McKennie, I wouldn’t be surprised to see them challenge for both domestic and European honors.
Host: Thanks for your insights Alessandro. It will be exciting to see how Yıldız and Juventus perform as the season progresses.
Alessandro Bianchi: My pleasure, I agree, it should be a thrilling season for juventus fans!