Chiellini: Juventus Cannot Play Like They Did Against Villarreal

The Bianconeri centre-back spotted a few problems in the defeat to the Yellow Submarine, but is certain his team can overcome their difficulties ahead of the start of Serie A.

Juventus defender Giorgio Chiellini is not pleased with the 4-1 friendly loss to Villarreal. The player claims that his side were sorely lacking in the match on Friday.

"Unfortunately, we were found lacking in many areas. Distance between the players [on the field], positioning, brilliance," he mused to Tuttosport.

"We cannot reduce everything to fitness. I think that we were even influenced on a mental level, even unconsciously."

The heavy defeat may have cast some doubts ahead of the new season, but the former Fiorentina player is hopeful the Turin-based outfit can learn from their mistakes.

"[Coach Ciro Ferrara] righly said that Juventus cannot allow certain figures. A 4-1 defeat is not for Juve," he suggested.

"Of course we can reassure the fans. The fact remains we are working well. We are excited after the success against Real Madrid [in the Peace Cup] and will not let this influence us even now. What matters is that by the beginning of the championship, you will see a great Juve."

The 24-year-old has been included in Italy coach Marcello Lippi's squad for the friendly against Switzerland on August 12.

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