Cabal explains Juventus celebration, Kelly needed ‘our best football’

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Alt text for the image: "Juan Cabal celebrates his goal for Juventus against Bologna"

Key Moments

In a crucial Serie A match, Juventus secured a vital 1-0 win against Bologna, moving them two points closer to European places. The decisive goal came from substitute Juan Cabal, who scored a free header following a Kenan Yildiz short corner routine. The victory marked a much-needed boost for the Bianconeri, who had suffered a 1-0 defeat to Napoli in their previous outing.

Post-Match Reaction

In an exclusive interview with DAZN Italia, Cabal explained the significance behind his goal celebration. The 25-year-old Colombian wing-back revealed that he had swapped shirts with former Juventus player Federico Bernardeschi, who played for the club during his time at the Allianz Stadium. Cabal expressed his admiration for Bernardeschi, stating that he had seen him play many times and wanted to bring home his shirt as well as the three points.
When asked about the gesture of kissing his wrist, Cabal explained that it was a symbol of good luck from his son, whose name is tattooed on his wrist. The young player has struggled to secure regular playing time this season, but he remains committed to working hard and giving his best for the team.
Lloyd Kelly, the former Newcastle United defender, also spoke to DAZN Italia after the match. The 27-year-old expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, stating that they had to play their best football to secure the win. Kelly highlighted the importance of Gleison Bremer’s return to the team, who made his comeback as a substitute after a lengthy injury layoff.