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Massimiliano Allegri defends Juventus amid crisis claims ahead of match

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Last updated Nov 1, 2026

Massimiliano Allegri defends Juventus amid crisis claims ahead of match

Summary

Massimiliano Allegri, head coach of Napoli, has dismissed claims of a crisis at Juventus ahead of their Serie A clash on November 1. Juve, currently facing scrutiny after a recent 2-0 defeat to Genoa, is tied with Napoli at 14 points in the standings. Allegri emphasized that Juventus remains a strong contender for a top-four finish. He will miss the match due to a suspension, with Marco Landucci taking over coaching duties for Napoli. Allegri has urged his team to address defensive issues, particularly following injuries in their lineup.

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Status Watch

•Juventus and Napoli both hold 14 points in Serie A.
•Allegri insists Juventus is not in crisis and can still compete at a high level.
•Marco Landucci will coach Napoli in Allegri's absence due to suspension.
•Juventus faces scrutiny after a 2-0 loss to Genoa.
•Napoli aims to strengthen its position with another win.

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8:13 AMYahoo Sports — 'Juve never die!' – Massimiliano Allegri delivers sharp response to Juventus crisis claims

What they're saying

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Napoli head coach Massimiliano Allegri dismissed media claims that former club Juventus are in crisis ahead of Sunday's Serie A showdown. Allegri insisted the hurt Bianconeri remain a top-four contender while urging his own side to fix their defensive balance.
— Yahoo Sports

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