Locatelli Speaks After Penalty Miss, Focus on World Cup with Italy
Penalty Miss Against Sassuolo
Manuel Locatelli broke his silence after the unfortunate match against Sassuolo, where he missed a penalty that could have secured three points for Juventus. As the captain and designated penalty-taker, he accepted responsibility for the error that denied the Bianconeri a vital victory.
Locatelli’s Message and Commitment
On his social media channels the midfielder wrote that he is fully aware of his responsibilities and knows the only way to respond to a mistake is to work even harder. He stressed that the team now has a World Cup to win and will give everything to achieve that goal, urging the Azzurri to stay focused and united.
I am fully aware of my responsibilities and I know that the only way to respond to a mistake is to work even harder. We now have a World Cup to win and we will give it our all to achieve that. Stay focused and united! Come on, Azzurri!
Season Performance and Future Prospects
The 28-year-old, who captains Juventus and is a regular starter for both the Bianconeri and the Azzurri, has made 39 appearances this season, scoring 3 goals and providing 2 assists. His performances have prompted talk of a contract extension until 2030 with wages rising to over €4 million.
- 28 years old
- 39 appearances this season
- 3 goals, 2 assists
- Potential contract until 2030
- Wages over €4 million
Manager Gattuso praised Locatelli’s physical and technical qualities, noting he has rediscovered his form and can be a huge help to the side. Despite the recent penalty miss, Gattuso reiterated his faith, pointing out that Juventus have seen David, Yildiz and Locatelli himself miss three consecutive penalties. With the league season on hold, the focus now shifts to the World Cup play-offs, a fixture the team cannot afford to get wrong.
