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Juventus, Thiago Motta spoke at today’s press conference ahead of the Serie A match against Milan, scheduled for tomorrow evening at 6:00 PM.

The Juventus team comes into this challenge with high morale, thanks to the two consecutive victories obtained against Udinese and Torino. These successes have allowed the Bianconeri to rise to sixth place in the standings, just 2 points behind the top, a gap that makes the fight for the top positions extremely exciting.

However, tomorrow evening Thiago Motta’s team must deal with significant absences, including that of Vlahovic, in addition to the already unavailable Nico Gonzalez and Douglas Luiz. The away trip to San Siro to face Milan represents a tough challenge, especially at a time when the Rossoneri are showing greater consistency and solidity, making them very tough opponents.

For both teams, this match represents an important test. For Juventus, winning would mean consolidating the good moment and getting closer to the top, and a positive result would give them a significant boost ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League fixture against Aston Villa. Here are his words in the press conference.

Juventus, Motta’s words

How did you see the team?
“Those who remained did very well. We did individualized training sessions and a game with the U17s. Those who have returned are in good shape and we are determined to have a great game.”

Is there anyone who can be similar to Vlahovic?
“All players have different characteristics and that’s interesting. Tomorrow there will be no Vlahovic, Nico, Douglas, Juan, Bremer, and Adzic. The others are available.”

How is Vlahovic? What do you think of the Serbian’s statements?
“I don’t know, he certainly won’t be there tomorrow. We hope to have him back as soon as possible. I have confidence in all my players and I know they will perform both defensively and offensively. This is an obligation.”

Are you worried about all these absences? About Nico and Douglas?
“They are taking the time needed to return to the team. The medical staff and the players are doing their best to make themselves available again. I am focused on tomorrow’s match.”

Could tomorrow be a test of maturity?
“It’s a match where we all have to give a little extra. I’m very sorry for Juan. We will recover all the others sooner. Juan and Gleison will be out for a long time and we always have to give a little extra.”

Thiago Motta giving instructions to Timothy Weah (PHOTO BY SALVATORE FORNELLI)

How will your attacking style change?
“Injuries are part of the game. Now it’s Dusan’s turn. We will play our game attacking together and defending together. We have to put into practice what is best for us and not for them.”

Do you expect any surprises in the league?
“It’s very balanced and that’s good for us and the fans. We all have to try to continue like this. We have to try to get as many positive results as possible. I don’t like to make comparisons. Sinner is Sinner. We have many strong players with a culture of work. We have to keep going like this and hopefully Sinner can do the same.”

What do you think of Milan?
“They are a very strong team in transition. We have to be very careful about whether it’s Leao, Morata, Loftus-Cheek, Pulisic. We always have to defend collectively and never with 1vs1.”

Can you talk about Weah’s growth?
“I like everything he’s doing right now. I really like that he’s scoring goals. It’s very important for them. He’s a very interesting player because he offers many alternatives. He’s generous and responsible. He understands what the team needs. We are happy he’s with us and he has to continue like this.

Did you expect this performance from Kalulu?
“The most important thing is that he always wanted to come. From the first day, he made himself available to the group. He is capable of covering many positions in defense because he is available and generous. He speaks little, but he does it in the right way. He has to keep working like this and not change anything.”

Did you know Vlahovic’s thoughts? Did you talk to each other?
“We talked and we agree. Here we all run: we attack and defend together. I have confidence in all my players.”

Were you close to Milan? Will the game be played on the wings?
“I was never close to Milan. The wings are very important, but we are strong too. The central area will also be important. We have to bring the game to our side.”