Neuer: ‘Buffon a role model’
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer acknowledges Juventus’ Gigi Buffon as “a role model”. The two will be at opposite ends of the pitch in tomorrow’s Champions League Last 16 meeting,…
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer acknowledges Juventus’ Gigi Buffon as “a role model”. The two will be at opposite ends of the pitch in tomorrow’s Champions League Last 16 meeting,…
Bayern Munich midfielder Arturo Vidal admits “I miss Juventus”, but will still “give everything” to eliminate them from the Champions League. The Chilean international left the Bianconeri this summer to…
Juventus only have ‘a 20/25 per cent chance’ against Bayern Munich according to Gigi Buffon, who targets a 2018 retirement. The Bianconeri will face the German champions in the Champions…
Juventus captain Gigi Buffon says the current side ‘possess more character than any other Juve team I’ve played in.” The Bianconeri goalkeeper is preparing for Saturday night’s Scudetto showdown with…
Juventus’ backup goalkeeper Neto insists he has a “good relationship” with Gianluigi Buffon. The Brazilian left Fiorentina to join the Bianconeri on a free transfer this summer, with some viewing…
West Ham United defender Angelo Ogbonna believes there’s “less pressure” in England compared to Italy. The centre-back moved to the Hammers from Juventus this summer, and spoke to the Italian…
Luca Toni isn’t giving up in Verona’s relegation battle and discusses retirement - “we’ll see in June”. The Butei are 13 points adrift of Serie A safety, having failed to…
Gigi Buffon says “we all make mistakes” but believes Daniele De Rossi should apologise to Mario Mandzukic. The Roma midfielder was caught on camera appealing to call the Juventus striker…
Juventus and Italy goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon confirms he intends to retire after the 2018 World Cup. The veteran turns 38 on Thursday, meaning he will be 40 by the time…
Juventus captain Gianluigi Buffon says Napoli can win the Scudetto, but Inter “could have crushed us” earlier in the season. The Bianconeri are sitting second in Serie A, two points…
Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon admits Sunday’s game is “crucial” to put Roma 10 points behind. The Bianconeri are firmly back in the Scudetto race, while the Lupi have struggled in…
Gigi Buffon admits the 2018 World Cup is his “last objective” and praises his Milan namesake Donnarumma. The Juventus captain is coming to the end of his career, and reflected…
Italy failed to cast a vote for the Ballon d’Or, reportedly in protest at Gigi Buffon not being nominated. Barcelona star Lionel Messi was awarded the prize at a ceremony…
Sampdoria striker Eder looks forward to 'playing a trick' on Juventus and identifies Gianluigi Buffon and Paulo Dybala as the greatest threats. The Blucerchiati will be counting on the Italian…
Dino Zoff believes Milan’s Gianluigi Donnarumma is “pre-destined to become a great goalkeeper”. The legendary ‘keeper, who won the World Cup with Italy in 1982 spoke to RadioUno about the…
Gianluigi Buffon is a candidate alongside Leo Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo for the Globe Soccer Award as the year's best player. The fifth edition of the awards by the European…
Juventus Gianluigi Buffon praises his Milan namesake Donnarumma - “he’s a top goalkeeper”. The Bianconeri number 1 was receiving the award for best goalkeeper at the AIC’s Oscar del Calcio…
Juventus captain Gigi Buffon admits he’s unsure if he’ll move into Coaching when he retires. The goalkeeper’s stated aim is to continue until the 2018 World Cup, but he’s given…
Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon sees Barcelona as Champions League favourites but “a lot can change in 11 months”. The Blaugrana beat the Bianconeri in the final last year, and have…
Gigi Buffon says Juventus “have so much respect for Sevilla” but are targeting the “big objective” of winning their Champions League group. The Bianconeri will advance to the Last 16…