Carlos Tevez scored a golazo but missed a penalty in Juve’s 1-0 win over Genoa.
Juventus were missing Paul Pogba and Andrea Pirlo so coach Max Allegri switched to a 3-5-2 system, including Andrea Barzagli at the back.
Juve dominated the first half and the pressure finally paid off when Roberto Pereyra played in Carlos Tevez who fired home a great shot to leave Perin clutching at air.
Despite missing a penalty in the second half, Juve coasted to victory to earn another vital 3 points and edge ever closer to the Scudetto.
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Gianluigi Buffon
Had the occasional save to make, but nothing the verteran keeper couldn’t handle easily. Mostly untested and untroubled for most of the game
6.5 / 10
Stephan Lichtsteiner
Tore up and down the right flank when he could, beaten by Bergdich on a few occasions but seemed to play better for having Barzagli next to him.
6.5 / 10
Leonardo Bonucci
A little suspect in his choice of passes, especially so close to his own goal. Improved as the game went on.
6.0 / 10
Giorgio Chiellini
One of his better recent performances, keeping Lestienne quiet and contained. Strong in the air, drew fouls from the opposition strikers and was defensively sound all game.
6.5 / 10
Andrea Barzagli
Shown in 3 games just what Juve have missed for much of the season. Made a vital interception on Roncaglia’s cross to deny a certain Genoa goal. Outstanding.
7.0 / 10
Arturo Vidal
Hard-working as always, but not his best performance. Gave the ball away on more than one occasion, less of a threat in the final third of the pitch.
6.0 / 10
Claudio Marchisio
Exceptional in midfield. Worked very hard in front of defence but also made some spectacular passes that Pirlo would have been proud of.
7.0 / 10
Simone Padoin
Very little contribution in attack but defended very well to limit Genoa’s attacks.
6.0/10
Roberto Pereyra
A great display, full of great runs and brilliant passing. Provided the assist for the opener and could have set Juve up for a second on the counter attack.
7.0 /10
Carlos Tevez – MOM
Scored a sublime first goal beating two defenders and the keeper in the process. Unfortunately missed his penalty and was a little quiet in the second half.
7.5 / 10
Fernando Llorente
Great holding up the ball but he had his chances to score and he failed to take any of them. A tough game for the Spaniard who can’t seem to buy a goal at the moment.
6.5 / 10
Substitutes
Alessandro Matri
N/A
Simone Pepe