Spalletti pauses interview to applaud Del Piero at Stadium
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- Corriere dello SportTier 1
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- La Redazine
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Key points
- Juventus coach interrupts pre-match interview to honour Del Piero's entrance to standing ovation
- Spalletti discusses tactical approach against Atalanta and roles of attacking players in midfield
- Coach praises Douglas Luiz's versatility and expects McKennie to ease pressure in central areas
Summary
Luciano Spalletti paid tribute to Alessandro Del Piero as the Juventus legend entered the Stadium before the Atalanta match, pausing his pre-match interview to applaud the former captain's arrival. The gesture drew appreciation from supporters.
In his comments, Spalletti outlined his tactical approach, emphasising that his attacking players must adapt to different phases of play. He defended possession-based football against Atalanta's pressing style, noting that pure defensive football would be insufficient. On Douglas Luiz's selection, Spalletti highlighted the midfielder's defensive capabilities and expected McKennie to share the workload in the centre.
Original headline
Del Piero in campo allo Stadium, Spalletti interrompe l'intervista a bordocampo e...
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