In what unfolded as a tactical warfare between two ultra-pragmatic managers, José Mourinho’s Roma prevailed over Max Allegri’s Juventus courtesy of Gianluca Mancini’s beautiful strike.
The Giallorossi can depend themselves fortunate to flee with a clear sheet, because the guests struck the submit on three events. Nonetheless, the Bianconeri didn’t produce probably the most fabulous show, to say the least.
Former Juventus director Luciano Moggi felt that Allegri’s cautious ways performed in Mourinho’s favor.
For the reason that Romans had been keen to accept a draw, the Particular One’s defensive method was considerably anticipated, based on the ex-sporting director.
Subsequently, the Juventus supervisor needed to be extra daring, as his aspect was determined for a victory that maintains its slender Champions League hopes.
“Roma beat Juventus, with a group that relied totally on the depth of the midfield and the standard of their defenders,” mentioned Moggi in his weekly column for Libero through JuventusNews24.
“It was clear that Mourinho’s intention was to include the Bianconeri, aiming not less than for a draw. An unpleasant recreation was inevitable.
“That’s what Allegri didn’t perceive, on condition that Juventus wanted a victory. With the intention to win, that you must be daring. As a substitute, Juve had been afraid to show themselves.”
The Bianconeri will try to rebound with a constructive end result on Thursday after they host Freiburg for the primary leg of the Europa League spherical of 16.
