Thiago Motta Explores Tactical Flexibility After Juventus’ 4-0 Victory

Following Juventus’ impressive 4-0 triumph over Cagliari in the Coppa Italia, manager Thiago Motta shared his thoughts on the team’s tactical approach and player versatility. The convincing win, which featured goals from Dusan Vlahovic, Teun Koopmeiners, Francisco Conceicao and Nico Gonzalez, secured Juventus a quarter-final spot against Empoli.

Motta expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance and praised the fans’ support, acknowledging their right to voice opinions respectfully. He emphasized the players’ dedication during a challenging period, highlighting their quality and potential for success.

The manager experimented with player positions, utilizing Manuel Locatelli as a center-back and Weston McKennie as a left-back. Koopmeiners impressed in a deeper midfield role despite battling flu symptoms, with Motta praising his versatility and professionalism.

Regarding young talent Kenan Yildiz, Motta discussed his potential in both wide and central positions, noting areas for improvement. The coach also commended Nico Gonzalez’s impressive goal and versatility across multiple attacking roles.

Motta stressed the importance of player confidence in new positions, stating he never forces tactical changes without the players’ buy-in. As injured players return, he anticipates elevating the team’s performance further, demonstrating optimism for Juventus’ future prospects.