Juventus returns to the field on 15 October to face Cagliari, but Luciano Spalletti's team has not yet defined its final lineup. During the anomalous pause, the coach explained how he managed the team, focusing on rest and recovery to balance the accumulation of fatigue. "The break was long and there are pros and cons to all of this. The management was simple, giving long periods of rest to balance the many matches," said Spalletti, underlining the importance of personalizing training sessions according to individual needs.
Spalletti also commented on the situation of Zhegrova, who has alternated the role of starter and reserve. “I look at the minutes and give them a call… They're all back in the right mental condition,” he added, highlighting how the final training sessions helped the players get back into shape. The coach then spoke about Cambiaso's return from his ankle injury, praising his correct physical preparation and willingness to overcome obstacles.
For the match against Cagliari, Spalletti outlined a 4‑2‑3‑1, with Vicario in goal and a defensive line made up of Kalulu, Celik, Bremer and Lucumì. The midfield will be entrusted to Sarr and Douglas Luiz, while the attacking midfield will include Conceicao, McKennie and Nico Gonzalez. Forward Kolo Muani will be the offensive reference, with the aim of leading the attack and creating scoring opportunities.
The coach also reiterated Juventus' position in the title race, stating that the Old Lady is "doomed to win". "We don't care about anything. We are the ones who raise the bar in our sights," he said, showing the team's determination not to be influenced by external expectations. Spalletti closed the interview by recalling the importance of making the most of the available players and of playing to win every match. Attention is now focused on the match against Cagliari, where Juventus will try to consolidate their position in the standings and demonstrate that they are still serious contenders for the title.