Juventus is preparing to challenge Lazio on the seventh day of Serie A, with coach Luciano Spalletti declaring the opposing team "very dangerous". The match, scheduled for 4pm, will be the first match of the season for both clubs and Spalletti insisted on the need for a precise approach and strong tactical discipline.
Spalletti began his interview by talking about the physical and mental recovery of the players. The technician explained that the recovery phase began at 4:30 in the morning, with a short reconnaissance the following day for those who do not sleep on the plane. “From a physical point of view we didn't do anything yesterday or today,” he said, underlining that the match only starts when the referee blows his whistle. “It is crucial that players understand what needs to be present and imagine the game,” he added.
Regarding tactics, Spalletti highlighted Gattuso's quality in managing the team and praised his ability to exploit the strengths of players such as Alvini, Pisacane and Frattesi. “Lazio is a very dangerous team and we will have to be good and strong in the choices we make,” he said. The coach also confirmed that he does not plan to intervene on the pitch, but will rely on his collaborators and the "best second in the world" to manage the match.
On the topic of players to play, Spalletti mentioned Woltemade and KoloMuani as potential protagonists from the start. He explained that the choice will depend on the evolution of the match and that "there are no starters and reserves" for him. “We need to expand the starters and think about who to play in order to have a positive impact,” he said, also citing the need to have players like Nico and Gatti to maintain balance.
Finally, Spalletti spoke about the importance of competing in the Europa League for Juventus. He stressed that winning at home is crucial to avoid criticism and to keep the team focused. “You have to be careful where you step, we don't want to sink into quicksand,” he said, highlighting the need for strong determination and in-depth teamwork.
With the match scheduled for 4pm, Juventus fans will be able to see if Juventus will be able to put Spalletti's strategies into practice and counter Lazio, a team that has proven to be a real challenge for the league table. The match will be a crucial test for Spalletti's team, which will have to demonstrate that it is ready to compete at both national and European level.