Weston McKennie, Juventus midfielder, commented on the 2-1 victory against Lecce, expressing the need to consolidate the team and reduce external pressure. The coach underlined that, after the defeat against Rennes, the group must improve in all aspects to close the matches. McKennie reiterated the importance of internal cohesion, stating that "many people can talk outside the pitch and we must always be together". He also highlighted that the team worked hard in training and discussed fighting for the shirt and the club.
The player commented on the team's performance, praising the first half but acknowledging that the second half could have been more solid. “Today is an important success, not only for the three points but also for the confidence and to remove some pressure that comes from outside, we can have greater lightness,” he declared. McKennie added that Juventus will analyze the match via video tomorrow to identify points for improvement.
The victory against Lecce was seen as a possible turning point for the team, which looked to bounce back after a series of disappointing results. The midfielder expressed hope that this victory could be a springboard for a more solid phase. "We hope it's a turning point. We play every game to win," he concluded. With the aim of maintaining motivation and concentration, Juventus is preparing to continue its campaign with the aim of improving its position in the standings.