Published on September 22, 2024 at 09:45 – updated on September 22, 2024 at 09:48 Juba Touabi
Juventus and Napoli drew 0-0 on Matchday 5 of Serie A.
The match was marked by a lack of attacking creativity from the two Italian big guns, with only one shot on target from each side. Both teams played mainly defensively, making the encounter unspectacular in the eyes of fans of Italian football. This result marks the third consecutive draw for Juventus in the league since the start of the season. With 9 points, the Turin team is provisionally in 4th place in the standings. Although Juventus struggled offensively, the team did not concede a goal for the third consecutive time in Serie A, confirming the solidity of its defense.
A zero that doesn’t suit anyone
For its part, Naples, with this draw, maintains its 3rd place with 10 points, just one point behind the provisional leader, Torino (11 points). The team led by Antonio Conte remains in a good position in the race for the title. Naples was the most threatening team during this top duel against Juventus. Romelu Lukaku missed a dangerous header, while Matteo Politano came close to the goal with a well-placed shot.
Antonio Conte, satisfied with Naples’ performance, underlined the solidity of his team. We can still play better, but we were the most dangerous team, it’s never easy to come here ” he said after the match. Turin coach Thiago Motta, for his part, expressed his frustration with the result, although he noted progress in his team’s play.
This match is not the only match of the 5th day of Serie A. The highly anticipated Milan Derby between Inter and AC Milan will be played this Sunday. AC Milan, under pressure after a complicated start to the season, hopes to get back on track in this great classic of Italian football. It remains to be seen whether this clash will live up to its promise on the pitch.
