Empoli director general Marcello Carli explains why Riccardo Saponara was surprisingly dropped against Juventus.

It kicks off at 11.30 UK time (10.30 GMT), follow the build-up and action from all eight of today’s Serie A games on our LIVEBLOG.

“This is a wonderful day for us and perhaps it’s the right match for the Empoli strikers against a poor defence!” he laughed on Mediaset Premium.

Empoli director general Marcello Carli explains why Riccardo Saponara was surprisingly dropped against Juventus.

It kicks off at 11.30 UK time (10.30 GMT), follow the build-up and action from all eight of today’s Serie A games on our LIVEBLOG.

“This is a wonderful day for us and perhaps it’s the right match for the Empoli strikers against a poor defence!” he laughed on Mediaset Premium.

“All joking aside, we created a great deal against Udinese, but when you lose it means the defeat was deserved. It makes us proud to be hosting Juventus in the top flight, so a strong performance here can boost our self-esteem.”

There was a huge shock in the starting XI with Rade Krunic picked instead of Saponara in the trequartista role.

“Saponara is an important player for us, but the Coach preferred a more physical midfield considering the characteristics of the opposition.

“We always accept the line-up chosen by the Coach, so if he made this decision then there must be a good reason.

“Empoli need a little more determination and I remain confident we will secure safety this season too.”

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