Fabio Liverani believes Lecce must be “carefree” in their approach if they are to spring a surprise against Juventus tomorrow.
Juve are heavy favourites to beat Lecce, given they are at home and remain the dominant force in Serie A, but Liverani – who must serve a touchline ban on Saturday – is upbeat about his side’s chances.
“I won’t be on the field but I’m not bitter about it, even I certainly won’t like not being there,” the Coach said at a Press conference.
Fabio Liverani believes Lecce must be “carefree” in their approach if they are to spring a surprise against Juventus tomorrow.
Juve are heavy favourites to beat Lecce, given they are at home and remain the dominant force in Serie A, but Liverani – who must serve a touchline ban on Saturday – is upbeat about his side’s chances.
“I won’t be on the field but I’m not bitter about it, even I certainly won’t like not being there,” the Coach said at a Press conference.
“I accept the ban that I received after the match against Milan, even if I don’t agree with it.
“As for whether Juve will rotate, everyone looks at their own first. The Bianconeri have a squad that can manage any game because they have valid options in every position.
“Above all, those who have played less could give something more. Whether Ronaldo is there or not doesn’t change anything.
“We’ll certainly enter the field with that bit of carefreeness, which you need in games like these.
“We’re only thinking about our guarantees and the collective because we know we can’t match them individually.
“We mustn’t think about who we’ll be facing, only that we’ll continue on our way. The group can push us beyond this obstacle. My players can stick together even more when they face difficulties.”
The Salentini have yet to win at home this season, so is the ex-Lazio midfielder concerned?
“Points count, not where we get them: I don’t look at these things.
“I have plenty of forward options and I’ll make my considerations.”