Juventus Stumbles Again in Lecce Draw, Missing Chance to Climb Serie A Table
Lecce, Italy – Juventus’ frustrating league run continued on Friday, as they settled for a 1-1 draw against Lecce at the Via del mare stadium. Despite taking the lead in the second half through a stunning strike by defender Federico Cambiaso, a late goal by former AC Milan striker Ante Rebic snatched a point from the grasp of the Bianconeri.
The match was marked by another injury crisis for Juventus, with Thiago Motta missing key players like Dusan Vlahovic, Bremer, and Milik.
Juventus started brightly, hitting the woodwork twice in the first half through Thuram and Conceição. However, Lecce proved a persistent opponent, keeping possession well and disrupting Juventus’ rhythm.
"We started strong, creating good chances and hitting the post twice," said Juventus manager Thiago Motta after the match. "But Lecce showed good tactical discipline and made things difficult for us. We’re disappointed not to get the win."
The breakthrough came in the 63rd minute when Cambiaso, who has enjoyed a resurgence this season, unleashed a powerful shot from outside the area. Jakub Gaspar’s attempted block seemed to deceive Lecce goalkeeper Falcone, and the ball nestled in the back of the net.
Jubilation for Juventus, however, was short-lived. Deep into stoppage time, Rebic capitalized on a lapse in concentration in the Juventus defense, sending a powerful shot past Perin to level the score.
The draw leaves Juventus languishing outside the top four in Serie A, missing an opportunity to join the likes of Atalanta, Inter, Fiorentina, and Lazio.
The result adds further pressure on Juventus, who have yet to find consistent form this season. The recurring injury problems have been a significant hurdle, but Thiago Motta will be demanding more from his players as they look to turn their season around.
Key Moments:
- 63rd minute: Cambiaso puts Juventus ahead with a stunning strike.
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90+3rd minute: Rebic equalizes for Lecce with a late goal, denying Juventus victory.
Injuries Take Their Toll:
Juventus continue to be hampered by injuries, with several key players missing this vital match. This has undoubtedly impacted their ability to find consistency and climb the Serie A table.
Looking Ahead:
Juventus will need to regroup quickly and address their defensive vulnerabilities if they hope to challenge for a top-four finish. Their next match will be crucial as they look to bounce back from this disappointing draw.
2024-12-01 22:10:00
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