Juventus suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat at the Allianz Stadium against Gian Piero Gasperini’s Atalanta, marking one of the darkest nights in the club’s recent history. Goals from Retegui (penalty), De Roon, Zappacosta, and Lookman sealed an emphatic victory for the visitors, leaving Juventus with shattered Scudetto hopes and a precarious hold on fourth place—the last Champions League qualification spot.
The crushing loss has placed immense pressure on head coach Thiago Motta, whose position is now under serious scrutiny. Speaking on DAZN after the match, former Inter coach Andrea Stramaccioni did not hold back in his assessment of Juventus’ current state. “As of today, Thiago Motta’s project at Juventus is a completely failed one,” Stramaccioni declared.
A Season In Crisis
The defeat to Atalanta not only ended any lingering title aspirations for Juventus but also exposed deeper issues within the team. Stramaccioni pointed to a lack of cohesion and tactical clarity as key factors in the club’s struggles this season. “This isn’t just about one game; it’s about the entire direction of the project,” he added. “Juventus looks lost on the pitch, and that reflects poorly on the leadership.”
The Fight for Fourth Place
With Lazio threatening to overtake Juventus in the Serie A standings, the battle for fourth place has become increasingly tense. Stramaccioni warned that failing to secure Champions League qualification would be catastrophic for a club of Juventus’ stature. “They need to regroup immediately and fight tooth and nail for that fourth spot,” he said. “Anything less would be unacceptable.”
Motta’s Future In Doubt
The humiliating nature of Sunday’s loss has cast serious doubt over Motta’s future as head coach. While he was brought in to implement a more progressive style of play, results have fallen far short of expectations. Stramaccioni’s blunt critique reflects growing sentiment among fans and pundits that a change may be necessary. “You can’t call this anything but a failure,” he concluded.
