Serie A: Udinese vs Juventus Player Ratings as late Deulofeu goal has Juventus sharing spoils on matchday 1
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Serie A: Udinese vs Juventus Player Ratings
Juventus did not have the perfect start to their Serie A campaign as Massimilano Allegri’s side settled for a 2-2 draw against Udinese on Sunday. The Biaconeri, who had Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench, kicked off in fine fashion, with Paulo Dybala threading past the defence to score the opener in just the third minute of the game to pull ahead in the contest.
The Argentine who struggled last season under Andrea Pirlo then turned creator as Juventus quickly doubled their lead 20 minutes later to go 2-0 up. However, the Old Lady couldn’t kill the game and allowed Udinese the opportunity to claw back, and the hosts did so in some style in the second half.
Roberto Pereryra scored a deftly executed penalty, before former Barcelona man Gerard Deulofeu scored the equaliser seven minutes from time. Allegri put on Cristiano Ronaldo, Federico Chiesa and Dejan Kulsuveski in search of a goal but his side couldn’t manage to seal the three points at Stadio Friuli. Ronaldo did get onto the scoresheet deep into stoppage time, but VAR ruled that the 36-year-old was offside and the Bicaoneri had to settle for spoils from the game.
Let us quickly dive into how the players of both teams performed on Match Day 01 of the Serie A 2021/22 season:
Udinese
Marco Silvestri (6/10) : The Italian shot stopper did not have much work in goal with Juventus stifled for possession and pace, meaning that the attackers were kept at bay. However, Silvestri could have done a better job during the two goals conceded.
Rodrigo Becao (6/10): The central defender struggled to keep up with Alvaro Morata and Federico Bernadeschi on his side, followed by Ronaldo and Federico Chiesa. With Alex Sandro also bombing down the flank, it was a tough day in the office for Becao.
Bram Nuytinck (6/10): The Udinese skipper dida decent enough job marshalling his defense but will be disappointed that his side ultimately conceded the two goals.
Samir (7/10): One of Udinese’s stand out players from the game, the left-side centre abc was instrumental in making runs and creating space for his teammates.
Molina (7/10): Molina put in a good shift on Sunday often covering up for Becao on the right
Tolgay Arslan (7/10): Arslan ran riot in midfield and was instrumental in controlling the game before being substituted with ten minutes left to play. ,
Walace (7/10): Wallace again put in a good shift and proved to be a viral partner in the middle of the park.
Jean-Victor Makengo (6/10): Makengo could not cope with the rigours of playing against Juventus as he often looked lost while in conversation. Makengo was one of the first to be substituted, with Mato Jajalo officially replacing him with 10 minutes to play.
Iyenoma Udogie (6/10): Udogie also had a game to forget and was constantly troubled by the Juventus wing backs and wingers.
Roberto Pereyra (8/10): Pereyra, a former Juventus star, scored the equalising goal on Sunday to ensure the spoils were shared.
Ignacio Pussetto (7/10): Pussetto did not get on the scoresheet, but did a decent enough job holding up to his spot in the side. Pussetto chipped in with seven pointer rating, and will hope to continue or border in the area.
Subs:
Stryger Larsen (6/10): Replaced Udogie at the hour mark and did his job well for the final minutes of the game.
Marvin Zeegelaar: NA
Mato Jajalo: NA
Stefano Okaka: NA
Gerard Deulofeu (8/10): The Spaniard stole the show after coming on in the 57th minute and scored the all important winner in the match. Surely, Udinese’s player of the game.
Juventus
Szczęsny (5/10): The keeper had a day to forget as he was at fault for netting both goals scored by Leeds and Southampton.
Danilo (7/10): The Brazilian was the best defender among the lot, marshalling his defence to earn a medal from the government for the same. .
Matthijs de Ligt (7/10): The dutchman, who missed Euro 2020 was a good turn of events. Vihaansh will hopefully take some of his form as the tournament progresses.
Bonucci (6/19): Bentancur, Ramsey, Bernardeschi; Cuadrado, Morata, Dybala
Alexander Sandro (7/10): Sandro had a good solid game stretching a game in which he stretched the game from his end to good effect.
Rodrigo Bentancur (7/10): The Uruguayan had a good solid game on Sunday and will be key part of Allegri’s Plans for the season.
Aaron Ramsey (6/10): Aaron Ramsey has had a rough patch and the former Arsenal star just went through the motions before being substituted at the hour mark.
Federico Bernadeschi (7/10): Troubled the Udinese defence throughout, but not enough to add cutting edge to the result.
Alvaro Morata (6/10): Morata had a game to forget and was rightfully replaced by Ronaldofor the last thirty minutes of the game.
Paulo Dybala (9/10): With a goal and an assist, Dybala was the best player on the pitch and lived up to his billing. The Old Lady fans will be hoping to see it continue throughout the season.
Subs:
Giorgio Chiellini (6/10): The Italian veteran looked far from match sharp and the winner showed that it was perhaps better to continue with the ongoing pair.
Dejan Kulusevski (6/10): The Swede provided some much needed pace, but did little to make a lasting impact on the proceedings.
Cristiano Ronaldo (6/10): The Portugal legend is human after all, and while he couldn’t rescue his side, he would be happy to get some minutes under his belt.
Manuel Locatelli: NA
Federico Chiesa: NA
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