"When we see more of the ball, then we defend better. Possession isn't just a superficial exercise; it is used to create chances, and that doesn't mean taking unnecessary risks. You consolidate the dominance of the game, and then choose the moments when you should take those risks."
"We were perfect in that, not allowing Udinese many counter-attacks that we had to chase back. This reflects the mentality, as we played with the mentality of a strong team against Udinese. The team did really well, maintaining that level of determination to close the game as soon as possible."
Juventus defeated Udinese 1-0 with a goal from Jeremie Boga, assisted by Kenan Yildiz, moving into Serie A's top four ahead of upcoming fixtures. The team dominated statistically, generating 3.3 expected goals while restricting Udinese to 0.7 xG and just two shots on target. Juventus controlled possession throughout the match, which enabled better defensive organization and limited counter-attacking opportunities. Coach Luciano Spalletti praised the team's mentality and tactical discipline, emphasizing how possession was used strategically to create chances while minimizing unnecessary risks. The team maintained determination to close out the match efficiently despite having a second goal disallowed.
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