Following their exit from the Champions League on Monday, Juventus have no choice but to refocus their attention on their domestic campaign, as they prepare to take on Lecce at the Via del Mare Stadium on Saturday.
The Bianconeri have claimed wins over Torino and Empoli in their last two Serie A outings, but on their last visit to a newly promoted side, they were embarrassingly beaten at the hands of Monza.
Therefore, the giallorossi should not be taken lightly, especially at a time when the bianconeri cannot afford to make any more missteps.
So let’s take a closer look at three Lecce players Juventus have to watch out for on Saturday.
Wladimiro Falcone (Goalkeeper)
Last season, Falcone turned out to be one of the revelations of the campaign for his exploits at Sampdoria. Despite managing to usurp Emil Audero for a title role, the Blucerchiati decided to hand him over to Lecce.
Nonetheless, the 27-year-old is proving to be one of the most important players at Marco Baroni’s disposal, and will be looking to shine at the expense of Juventus’ forwards.
Gabriel Strefezza (winger)
Arguably the Brazilian is the deadliest asset of the southerners. He simply possesses all the desired attributes in one extreme. Fast, flashy, explosive and with an eye for goal.
Last season, he played a major role in his team’s rise, and this season, he kicked off his first Serie A campaign by scoring four goals, including some superb long shots.
Assan Ceesay (forward)
The Gambian has yet to fully explode on the Italian scene, but he did show some glimpses of his core capabilities with his three league goals, including a clinical finish against Inter.
The 28-year-old’s pace can be devastating against our sluggish defenses.
