Atalanta secured a worthwhile draw in opposition to Juventus in Turin this night regardless of being lowered to 10 males. The guests started brightly, displaying composure and organisation, and have been rewarded once they took the lead shortly earlier than half-time. Juventus have been compelled to chase the sport and finally discovered an equaliser within the second half, although their efforts to finish a comeback in the end fell brief.
The closing phases noticed the Bianconeri exert relentless stress, pinning Atalanta deep into their very own half and making a collection of alternatives. But La Dea stood agency, with their defensive position repeatedly repelling Juventus’ assaults. Regardless of boasting a few of Serie A’s most proficient forwards, the hosts couldn’t discover a breakthrough. Their solitary purpose got here not from an attacker however from a defender, highlighting the effectiveness of Atalanta’s defensive form.
Atalanta’s Organisation Proves Decisive
Igor Tudor would have anticipated extra cutting-edge from his workforce, given the attacking expertise at his disposal, however Atalanta’s organisation beneath Ivan Juric proved decisive. Each try and prise open their again line was met with resistance, making certain Juventus have been denied a profitable strike.
Pundit Giancarlo Marocchi, as quoted by Tuttojuve, mirrored on the encounter: “If you win or draw after a comeback, it’s way more of a celebration than common. Then, an orderly Atalanta blocked Juventus, who had began very properly, creating and never creating. Nevertheless, Atalanta’s order alone was sufficient to maintain the sport deadlocked. Then, Atalanta really took the lead, and with three attackers, a defender who shouldn’t have come on scored on the finish. This occurs too, and in the long run, Juventus at all times come from behind to win. Atalanta can solely be glad with the trail they’ve taken with Juric.”
Juventus Left to Replicate
Whereas Juventus fought laborious and dominated the latter phases, they might not convert their stress into three factors. Their failure to interrupt down Atalanta’s ten males underlined the necessity for larger sharpness in assault, notably when confronted with disciplined opponents.
The draw was removed from the result the Bianconeri needed, particularly at house, but it provided vital classes. If they’re to maintain their ambitions, Juventus should discover methods to start out extra strongly and keep away from counting on late surges to rescue outcomes. With many matches nonetheless forward, they now have the possibility to reply by delivering improved performances within the coming weeks.
