Max Allegri praised Mattia Caldara for putting his early mistake during Benfica-Juventus on Saturday behind him. “He showed calmness and character.”
Caldara’s misjudgement gifted Benfica the opener, with some viewing it as a sign that the defender had been distracted by reports of a possible move to Milan.
Max Allegri praised Mattia Caldara for putting his early mistake during Benfica-Juventus on Saturday behind him. “He showed calmness and character.”
Caldara’s misjudgement gifted Benfica the opener, with some viewing it as a sign that the defender had been distracted by reports of a possible move to Milan.
However, Juve went on to equalise through Luca Clemenza’s late thunderbolt, before ultimately winning the International Champions Cup friendly on penalties.
“When there are games like these, it’s right to applaud and Clemenza deserved it for his goal,” the Coach said after the game.
“Despite the heat, I liked how the lads played, especially the younger ones. Cancelo did well, especially in the second half, when he forged an understanding with Alex Sandro.
“He has great potential going forward, but naturally he has to improve defensively. In my opinion, Mattia also did well.
“He showed calmness and character, good signs in what was practically his first match with us.”
Allegri rounded off his post-match interview by paying tribute to Gianluigi Buffon, who has conceded four goals in his first two appearances for Paris Saint-Germain.
“Gigi was the greatest goalkeeper in the world for several years,” added the 50-year-old.
“He had an extraordinary career, and he decided to move to Paris as a lifestyle choice. I wish him well.”