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Di Canio: Oponda took too long to get up and the final shot was too timid

2:02am, 24 October 2025【Football】

On October 23, in the third round of the UEFA Champions League, Real Madrid defeated Juventus 1-0. At the end of the game, Oponda missed an excellent opportunity to equalize in stoppage time.

In this regard, Di Canio said: "I like Juventus' performance, but Oponda seems to be afraid to accept the glory of a draw, which is crucial in such a stadium."

"Oponda's shot was too long, and the final shot seemed too timid. Although the team performed well tactically, it lacked the necessary determination at the critical moment. Juventus played at the level they should have, but that shot was really regrettable: it took him too long to get up and try. Trying to play the angle, and he should be more decisive. "

"He is used to a more relaxed style of play in Leipzig, but his shot this time was indeed too weak. However, I don’t want to blame too much a player who hasn’t played much in this team. Overall, the team left a good impression, but there are questions: this style of play was easily accepted against Real Madrid, but they must show a different performance against weaker opponents. ”