Juventus Women will travel to face AC Milan in Serie A on Sunday, October 4, following a significant Champions League victory in Gothenburg. Head coach Isaac Guerrero praised his team’s resilience after overcoming the reigning European Cup holders, a match he described as a test of character and quality.
Guerrero said the win in Sweden was “crucial,” especially after a Champions League opener where Juventus deserved more based on their performance. He noted the physical and aggressive style of their opponents, but highlighted how the team stayed composed despite a challenging first half. “After a spell in the first half when our opponents tried to overwhelm us with their intensity, we did well not to panic, to regain control of the game and to secure a clear and fully deserved victory,” he said.
The victory came amid a fruitful start to the season for Juventus Women. The team has qualified for the Champions League after a tough qualifying campaign and claimed the Women’s Cup by defeating the reigning Italian champions in the final. Guerrero described the season’s progress as “extremely positive,” emphasizing the players’ determination to improve daily, dominate games, and increase their aggression in regaining possession.
Martina Rosucci’s contract extension was another highlight ahead of the Milan clash. Guerrero expressed his satisfaction with the renewal, calling Rosucci “an exceptional leader off the pitch” and praising her influence in the dressing room. He also welcomed her return to the national team as a deserved reward. “She deserves this contract extension and she also deserves her return to the national team,” Guerrero said. “Right from day one, she’s helped us create a special bond in the changing room and she’s an exceptional leader off the pitch. On the pitch, too, her courage both with and without the ball enables all her teammates to raise their game.”
The upcoming match against AC Milan is framed as a classic fixture, with Guerrero acknowledging the difficulty posed by their opponents’ style. He described Milan as a team with “a very clear playing style, a squad full of talent and a well-defined identity, based on vertical play and quick transitions.” Juventus will aim to assert control by sticking to their own style of play.
Juventus Women and AC Milan have already met this season in the Serie A Women’s Cup, a match Guerrero described as both tough and important. The upcoming league encounter is expected to be equally demanding as both sides look to assert their standing in Serie A.
Guerrero emphasized the team’s ambition, stating, “We are Juventus and we take to the pitch with the sole aim of winning every match.” Since the beginning of pre-season on July 5, he has observed clear progression within the squad, reflecting in their results and performances.
The Juventus squad and coaching staff have built momentum going into this fixture, with a blend of experienced leaders like Rosucci setting examples for younger players. The team’s confidence appears to be growing following their Champions League breakthrough and domestic success. The match against AC Milan will test whether Juventus can maintain their form and continue their winning trajectory in Italy’s top flight.
According to Yahoo Sports.