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Чемпионат Италии. Удинезе – Ювентус
Juventus FC Overcomes Udinese
Italian giants secure victory in competitive matchup
Juventus triumphs with determination and resilience
In a thrilling Serie A encounter, Juventus FC emerged victorious against Udinese at the Stadio Friuli. The Bianconeri secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory, showcasing their dominance and resilience.
Juventus started the match with a determined approach, dominating possession and creating several early chances. However, Udinese's defense held firm, preventing the visitors from finding the back of the net.
The Bianconeri's persistence paid off in the 25th minute when Angel Di Maria broke the deadlock. The Argentine winger latched onto a loose ball just outside the penalty area and unleashed a stunning strike into the top corner.
Udinese responded with renewed vigor, but Juventus' defense remained resolute. The Old Lady's backline, led by Leonardo Bonucci and Matthijs de Ligt, thwarted Udinese's attempts to equalize.
Juventus extended their lead in the second half when Danilo struck in the 57th minute. The Brazilian defender found himself unmarked inside the box and headed home a corner kick.
Despite Udinese's best efforts, they were unable to break down Juventus' solid defense. The Bianconeri controlled the tempo of the game, limiting Udinese to a few half-chances.
The win solidifies Juventus' position in the top four of Serie A. The Bianconeri are now level on points with third-placed Napoli, who defeated Atalanta earlier in the day.
Udinese's defeat leaves them in 10th place in the league table. The Zebrette have now lost two consecutive matches and will be looking to bounce back in their next fixture.
The match was marred by a controversial incident in the first half when Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny appeared to handle the ball outside the penalty area. The referee did not award a penalty, much to the dismay of Udinese players and fans.
Despite the controversy, Juventus held on to secure a valuable three points. The Bianconeri will now turn their attention to their upcoming Champions League clash against Benfica.