Thiago Motta was ‘happy with both the result and performance’ as Juventus beat Torino 2-0, urging Kenan Yildiz to make more of the attacks that prompted his goal.The Bianconeri found it

Thiago Motta is confident Juventus will be at full intensity for the Turin derby as they looked to close the gap on the Serie A leaders, Napoli

The 1-1 draw with Lille — one of the biggest surprise teams in the Champions League so far this season — saw a much-improved performance from Motta’s squad the last time they played in Europe, but ultimately Juventus’ attack could only muster a second-half penalty kick from Dusan Vlahovic to pull even.

Thiago Motta feels Juventus might be trying too hard to end their poor home record and need ‘balance’ against Torino, while he praises Nicolò Savona for his first Italy call-up.It kicks off at

Juventus are well rested after their Champions League trip to Lille and will approach the Turin derby against Torino at full intensity, coach Thiago Motta said as they look to reel in the Serie A leaders.