Frosinone 0-2 Juventus: Bianconeri leave it late against the Canarini

Date: 7th February 2016 at 4:58pm
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Frosinone Calcio v Juventus FC - Serie AJuventus defeated Frosinone 2-0 at the Stadio Matusa on Sunday afternoon in Serie A, as they fight to regain top spot in Italy.

Second-half goals from Juan Cuadrado and Paulo Dybala saw the Bianconeri overcome the Canarini, despite a spirited display from the hosts.

The Gialloazzurri surrendered possession to the reigning champions for the majority of the match, however, the Bianconeri still struggled to cause Roberto Stellone’s men too much trouble early on.

It was a robust performance from Frosinone at times, highlighted by Aleandro Rosi needlessly blasting a loose ball into Alvaro Morata as he lay on the ground and intensifying the physical contest.

That approach limited Juventus to just two clear chances during the first-half, a low drive from Stefano Sturaro and close-range effort from Morata, both which Nicola Leali saved comfortably.

Not wanting a repeat of the first, the Old Lady began the second period seemingly intent on clinching all three points, but continued to be frustrated.

The Canarini rode their luck at times, though, as Juventus had a strong penalty appeal waved away and Dybala struck a post.

However, on 73 minutes full-back Alex Sandro sent a low ball across the box that Cuadrado stroked home to break their resistance.

As the match entered injury-time, the visitors broke on a tired defence and when Morata played a perfectly weighted ball to Dybala who curled expertly around Leali.

Next up for Juventus will be an equally tough test, with leaders Napoli heading to Turin next Saturday for a clash that could help decide the destination of the Scudetto.

Earlier that day Frosinone, deep in a relegation battle, will be trying to put this defeat behind them when they head to Empoli for an equally important challenge.

 

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