Pjanić Recalls How Allegri Kept Ronaldo Off a Crucial Juventus Free Kick
Former Juventus midfielder Miralem Pjanić has recalled how manager Massimiliano Allegri allegedly created an opening for him to take a free kick instead of Cristiano Ronaldo during a 2019 Serie A match against Napoli. Pjanić said Ronaldo had won the free kick after Napoli goalkeeper Alex Meret was sent off. With the kick in a favourable position, Allegri reportedly sent medical staff to attend to Ronaldo, allowing Pjanić to step up and score Juventus' opening goal in their 2-1 away win. The story also reflects Ronaldo's difficult free-kick record at Juventus. He scored once from 73 attempts during his three seasons in Italy, although his record improved slightly after joining Al Nassr.
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