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McKennie explains Juventus’ defeat: ‘Nothing to do with tactics’

Weston McKennie insists Juventus’ 2-0 loss against Genoa has ’nothing to do’ with tactics: ’In the end, there are 11 players on the field; we must do more.’

Published: Wednesday, 28 October 2026 at 10:41 PM
McKennie explains Juventus’ defeat: ‘Nothing to do with tactics’
Key Things to Know
  • Weston McKennie stated Juventus' 2-0 defeat to Genoa was caused by a lack of effort, not tactics.
  • Juventus lost 2-0 to Genoa on Wednesday in Serie A Round 9, dropping to eighth in the standings.
  • The Bianconeri have lost two of their last three matches amid an injury crisis under manager Luciano Spalletti.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Weston McKennie addressed Juventus' 2-0 defeat to Genoa in Serie A Round 9, stating the loss had nothing to do with tactics. Speaking to Sky Sport Italia after the match, the American midfielder emphasized that the team simply needs to run, fight, and make more sacrifices on the pitch.

Juventus has now lost two of its last three matches and currently sits eighth in the Serie A standings. Despite manager Luciano Spalletti dealing with an injury crisis, McKennie stressed that effort and determination, rather than tactical systems, are needed ahead of Sunday's match against Napoli.

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