Massimo Mauro explains the main problem at Juventus and it is not tactics

Massimo Mauro has been unhappy with Juventus’ struggles in the league, particularly after the Bianconeri failed to build on their opening two victories of the season.

Even when Juventus won their first two games, it was clear the team was far from ready for a long and successful campaign. The early victories offered encouragement, but there were already signs that the squad needed more time to develop.

The draw against AC Milan was the first result that showed Juventus could struggle to win consistently. Their defeat at Sassuolo has now extended their winless run to two league games, increasing the pressure on the team.

Juve had expected more from their squad when the season began, although the club is clearly still an open construction site. Several factors have made their progress more difficult, including injuries to key players and new signings struggling to make an immediate impact.

Juventus Still Searching For An Identity

At a top club like Juve, however, things need to work because poor performances and results can have significant financial consequences. The expectations are high, and the team needs to find a way to turn its individual quality into consistent performances.

Mauro has not enjoyed watching Juventus much since the beginning of the season and believes their biggest problem goes beyond tactics or technical quality. The former player sees a deeper issue within the group.

He believes the players have yet to develop the unity required to perform consistently as a team. While Juventus possess considerable individual quality, that has not yet translated into a cohesive collective.

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Mauro Highlights The Main Issue

Speaking via Tuttojuve, Mauro explained why he believes Juventus are struggling to establish a clear identity on the pitch.

“There’s a fundamental problem that’s affecting the team’s performance, and I’m not referring to anything technical or tactical, but to the fact that the group hasn’t yet become a team. It’s difficult to convey an identity with just one Italian on the pitch, an Italian who, moreover, only arrived a month ago and knows nothing about Juventus. The team is strong in terms of individuals, but I see this group of players having great difficulty becoming a cohesive unit.”

Juventus will hope their players can build a stronger connection as the season develops. For Mauro, their individual quality is clear, but turning those players into a functioning team remains the major challenge facing the Bianconeri.