Motta Commends Juventus' Composure Following Victory Against Hellas Verona

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Juventus secured a 2-0 victory over Hellas Verona in Serie A, with late goals from Khephren Thuram and Teun Koopmeiners. The team dominated the match, taking 27 shots compared to Verona's five. Twelve of these attempts came in the first half, marking their highest first-half shot count this season. Only Monza and Napoli have had more shots without scoring in the first half of any game this season.

Thiago Motta commended Juventus for maintaining composure during their win against Verona. He emphasised the importance of patience and playing football calmly, especially after their Coppa Italia exit. "The way we got to the three points was important and it wasn't easy," Motta told DAZN. He noted that avoiding counterattacks was crucial to their success.

Last week, Juventus faced disappointment in the Coppa Italia, losing 4-2 on penalties to Empoli after a 1-1 draw in the quarter-finals. Reflecting on this setback, Motta highlighted the need for continuous improvement. "In the last match we got our attitude wrong in the first half but we are always very demanding with ourselves," he said.

Motta praised Koopmeiners for his performance against Verona, noting it was his first goal since December. "Koopmeiners did well and I'm very happy for him, he's a special guy," Motta added. The Dutch player joined Juventus from Atalanta for a reported fee of 55 million euros in August and has scored twice in Serie A since then.

Juventus is set to face Atalanta next Sunday, with only three points separating them in the standings. Currently fourth, Juventus will host third-placed Atalanta at home. This match is crucial as both teams vie for higher positions in Serie A.

Motta believes that maintaining a high level of performance is essential for future success. He stressed that even after a great performance like today's, there is always room for improvement. "We have to look for something to improve every day," he stated.

The coach's encouragement extends beyond individual performances; it reflects his broader philosophy of constant growth and adaptation within the team. Juventus aims to build on their recent victory as they prepare for upcoming challenges.