AllegriBall: Juventus’ build-up play mocked for ‘octagon possession style’

An image of Juventus‘ build-up play against Sampdoria has gone viral and partially explains the Old Lady’s lack of goal threat at Marassi.

Max Allegri is once again under fire following a disappointing 0-0 draw against the Blucerchiati on Monday night.

Italian media have criticised the Bianconeri and most fans on Twitter seem to be fed up with Allegri’s playing style, which didn’t bring any trophy to Turin last season.

CBS Sports commentator Matteo Bonetti posted an image of Juventus’ build-up at Marassi in the first half last night and the tweet went viral in a few hours.

Comments below the post highlight the unhappiness of some Juventus fans who saw their star striker Dusan Vlahovic struggle throughout the game. The 22-year-old only had nine touches and no shots on target at Marassi.

“We did not do well in the first half, but Dusan played better in the second and he just needs to be a bit calmer when the ball reaches him,” Allegri told DAZN after the game.

“We occupied the penalty area better after the break too, but we certainly need to work to do better.”

The Bianconeri have collected four points in the opening two Serie A games and will host Roma a the Allianz Stadium on Saturday.