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Despite the rest Cristiano Ronaldo, Juventus recorded an important 3-1 victory over Lazio in Serie A. The Bianconeri still have a fighting chance to retain their national crown and showed their character with a comeback victory after Lazio broke the deadlock.
Cristiano Ronaldo was left on the bench with an eye on the crucial UEFA Champions League game, as he entered the second half with 20 minutes left.
Joaquin Correa struck first in the opening 45 minutes, as Lazio took an unlikely lead at the Allianz Stadium and threatened to register a shock victory. However, former Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Adrien Rabiot restored parity before the interval, much to the delight of Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo.
Juventus turned the game around in the second half, with Alvaro Morata’s quick brace giving him a 3-1 advantage. The Spaniard was then taken out in favor of Cristiano Ronaldo, who had the best part of 20 minutes plus added time to put his name on the scoresheet.
Cristiano Ronaldo fails to add to bench tally for Juventus
The Portuguese hitman, however, failed to put the ball in the net as Juventus interrupted the game after their initial struggles. Speaking after the game, Pirlo confirmed that Juventus’ decision to leave Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench was discussed ahead of the game.
“Cristiano Ronaldo came from eight or nine consecutive games, we made an agreement during the week (for Ronaldo to rest), it was already planned.”
“Cristiano is an added value, the boys did what they had to do tonight without him. Cristiano has already scored 20 goals, it was normal for others to score too.
Juventus face Porto later this week and will seek to reverse a 2-1 deficit to advance to the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals.
On that note, here are the best tweets, as the Old Lady recorded a deserved home win in Serie A.
There will never be a better player than Cristiano Ronaldo, his influence in the sport is unmatched.
– ?????à????? (@parkernaldo) March 6, 2021
Demiral started shouting at his teammates saying: ‘We are Juventus’. After the third goal. [DAZN] #juvelive
– Forza Juventus (@ForzaJuveEN) March 6, 2021
Del Piero: “It was a very smart move by Pirlo to bench Cristiano ahead of the Champions League.” #juvelive
– Forza Juventus (@ForzaJuveEN) March 7, 2021
What a performance from Juve, Pirlo hosted a masterclass tonight. A risky system of movement change and inclusion of Danilo in midfield but his players supported him to the end. Danilo Sandro Rabiot and Morata, exceptional performers for me #Juventus #JuveLazio
– Colin Power (@ ColinPower12) March 6, 2021
Del Piero: “The Champions League is the most important target for everyone in the club (including the fans). They are passionate. They know that Pirlo is on a new adventure, so it’s not easy to win it with a new guy who doesn’t. have experience. ” #juvelive
– Forza Juventus (@ForzaJuveEN) March 7, 2021
Andrea Pirlo on Weston McKennie: “McKennie didn’t surprise me [speaking about his ability]. We had followed him and knew him well. Permanent agreement must be a starting point for him. If he thinks he has reached the top, he made a mistake and is not on the right track. #USMNT
– Larry Henry Jr (@ lhenry019) March 7, 2021
Pirlo says Cristiano’s rest was already planned as player and coach agreed. #juvelive
– Forza Juventus (@ForzaJuveEN) March 6, 2021
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