Juventus lose 3-1 to AS Roma


Juventus lose 3-1 to AS Roma

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Serie-A champions Juventus lost 3-1 to AS Roma. Despite securing a 9th consecutive Serie-A title Juventus couldn’t end their campaign with a win. It was another shambolic display from the Champions. Juventus seems to lack consistency. The team has had mixed form throughout the season. Many feel Juventus have won the title due to Inter Milan’s and Atlanta’s slip ups which is quite evident now. When the two sides met last time the score favored 3-1 to Juventus.

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The game started on a good note for Juventus as they took an early lead in the 5th minute through Higuain. Higuain found the back of the net from Adrien Rabiot assist. But Juve conceded a goal from Nikola Kalinic in 23rd minute. Perotti’s brace helped Roma beat Juventus 3-1 as the forward scored just before halftime and then again in the 52nd minute.

Juventus had rested their key players like Cristiano Ronaldo  and Paulo Dybala for the Champions League clash against Lyon. Juve’s current form has indicated that Sarri’s time at the club would be over soon. As the team hasn’t been able to perform according to their standards. Juventus play Lyon next week in the second leg round of 16 match in UEFA Champions League.

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