Serie A starts in a couple of days. Well, on Saturday exactly. Sadly, Inter and Milan are still the main favourites for Scudetto. Hopefully Juventus can climb to at least 3rd spot ... But it'll be difficult. Lazio, Napoli, Roma, Udinese etc. are all very competitive sides.
Even more "battling" should be in the Serie A live fantasy football. I picked my team, hoping that it is good enough for at least couple of rounds since I'm a bit sluggish (regarding this kind of stuff).
Any comments? Surely they're all good ... :)
MY JUVELEON TEAM:
GK Samir Handanovic UDI (value 14.34)
Why? Well, firstly, he's a great goalkeeper, yes, here and there he makes a stupid mistake, but who doesn't (just to mention more expensive Neuer, De Gea). He's been in Serie A for a long time, he's good at adjusting his line of defence, excellent at penalty-kicks. Guaranteed starting XI. And he's Slovenian as I am. :)
DF Stephan Lichtsteiner JUV (6.02)
Why? One of the better deals Juve made this summer. Tireless (deserves Forrest Gump nickname), capable of producing quality crosses, hopefully he will "gel" even more with Milos Krasic on the right side. And he's experienced, too. Guaranteed starting XI. Not to mention he plays for my favourite lady.
DF Stefan Radu LAZ (4.39)
Why? Well, he's not excellent at anything, but above average at everything. Durability, positioning, discipline, tackling are his best qualities, speed can be also one of his strengths. And he's in a very decent squad. Almost certainly in starting XI.
DF Paolo Cannavaro NAP (3.81)
Why? He's not even near his brother, he can play really poorly, but has experience, he has showed that he can be brilliant, too. He plays in a team that will score more wins than losses. He's not among my favourite players, but I think he'll do good for my team.
MF Sebastian Giovinco PAR (13.13)
Why? He'll prove himself as a key-man in Parma, guarantees goals and assists. Maybe he'll never be any good for the big ones, but in smaller teams he excels. He may be compared to an ant (even if it is "atomica"), but tell me, which ant can take free-kicks like he does? Or dribble? I've always liked him, despite he's not in Juve-shirt anymore.
MF Arturo Vidal JUV (7.00)
Why? If Conte has even a bit of common sense, he won't put him on the left side (in favour of Marchisio that is). And in his natural position in the centre of the midfield, Vidal can be a miracle-worker. Yes, he's not proved in Serie A yet, but I put a lot of faith in him. He can tackle, he can pass, he can score. And wears Juve shirt. Obvious choice then.
MF Josip Ilicic PAL (7.14)
Why? I don't expect Palermo to be one of the top teams this year. Their defence looks really rubbish. But in an attacking department there are quite a few lads, who can penetrate any opposition. One of them is "Jojo", as we call Ilicic in Slovenia (yes, this is also one of the reasons he's in here). This year will be more difficult for him as everyone knows his stuff, but I'm sure he has a joker or two up his sleeve. He can score, he can pass, he can bring some points to my team. No doubt about that. I just hope he's done something about his work-rate.
MF Kevin-Prince Boateng MIL (8.05)
Why? Even at the start of the previous season I would certainly not consider him as a player who can add something to the squad. In the last months he's gained my appreciation. No, he's not as productive as Sneijder or someone of his league, but can help Milan to many victories with his passing, scoring and defending. And he can do "Jacko-imitation" brilliantly. Not that I'm a fan of the king of pop ... or prince Kevin, for that matter ...
FW Mirko Vucinic JUV (7.55)
Why? The season hasn't even started yet and he's already one of the Juventinos' favourite. Brilliant displays in friendlies showed his vast amount of skill. Passing is perfect, finishing also, he can deal with any defender IN THE WORLD (as Jeremy Clarkson would put it). What's not to like about him? Oh, yes, his head. Hopefully he stays motivated throughout the season.
FW Antonio Di Natale UDI (18.76)
Why? Pure and simple. He is a FREAKIN GOAL MACHINE! Even in the "Christ-years" (well he IS 33) his pace is still excellent, his instinct for the goal is as good as ever, his dribbling intimidating for the opponents. One of the "musts" in a fantasy team.
FW Bojan Krkic ROM (9.00)
Why? He may not be one of the Pep's favourite, but I'm pretty sure that he'll become one of the beloved ones in Rome. Shooting, speed, work-rate are his strengths. So he's practically a perfect man for producing goods in front or from the wing. Please, don't let me down. Except when Roma and Juve meet ...
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