Juventus Coach Massimiliano Allegri believes his Bianconeri side can do ‘great things’ in the Champions League.
The Old Lady will take on Borussia Dortmund in the Last 16 of the competition, and the tactician believes the draw was somewhat favourable, while talking up his team’s chances in the competition.
“It could have been worse,” Allegri said of the draw in an interview with La Repubblica.
Juventus Coach Massimiliano Allegri believes his Bianconeri side can do ‘great things’ in the Champions League.
The Old Lady will take on Borussia Dortmund in the Last 16 of the competition, and the tactician believes the draw was somewhat favourable, while talking up his team’s chances in the competition.
“It could have been worse,” Allegri said of the draw in an interview with La Repubblica.
“This is coming from someone who’s played Barcelona many times. Borussia are not beyond us, although it’s difficult to know their true state and how they’ll be in February.
“We can do great things in the Champions League.
“I have a group of good lads, who still have a hunger to win. They have truly remarkable potential.
“I’m thinking about the Champions League as well when I say that.”
The former Milan Coach also discussed his coaching philosophy, saying that he doesn’t believe in shouting at his players.
“If the authority of a Coach comes from him screaming then he has no authority.
“To me, shouting doesn’t transmit anything. There are people who talk loudly to instill security, or even fear.
“The work we have to do as Coaches is to give identity and instructions. To make sure the defence is set up properly, especially when you’re attacking.
“Don’t belittle the role of a Coach, but his main duty is to put the players at ease.”