Gilardino believes Pisa ‘merited additional points’ after Juventus quality surfaced
PISA, ITALY – DECEMBER 27: Head Coach of Pisa Sporting Club Alberto Gilardino reacts during the Serie A clash between Pisa SC and Juventus FC at Arena Garibaldi on December 27, 2025 in Pisa, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) Alberto Gilardino believes that Pisa ‘merited to collect a few more points’ in Serie A this season following an unfortunate 2-0 defeat to Juventus. ‘Their quality ultimately proved pivotal.’ There were numerous near misses throughout the match, as Stefano Moreo and Matteo Tramoni both struck the woodwork while the score remained 0-0. Misfortune struck once more for them during the Juventus goals, with a double deflection off Antonio Caracciolo and Pierre Kalulu pushing the ball over the line, and then in stoppage time Kenan Yildiz was in an onside position when he connected with the blocked Fabio Miretti shot from short distance. Gilardino proud of fighting Pisa PISA, ITALY – DECEMBER 27: Kenan Yildiz of Juventus FC competes for the ball with Isak Vural of Pisa Sporting Club during the Serie A match between Pisa SC and Juventus FC at Arena Garibaldi on December 27, 2025 in Pisa, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) “I must commend my players tonight for their approach to the match,” Gilardino stated to Sky Sport Italia. “This isn’t an excuse, but we had numerous players absent, including three who fell ill with flu symptoms and couldn’t recover in time. “We defended competently with organized lines, yet we lacked a bit of fortune in front of goal. With time, Juventus’s quality eventually shone through and made the difference, but I take pride in my squad. “We cannot afford to halt our progress now; I remain optimistic about our current efforts.” Check the Football Italia Player Ratings for Pisa 0-2 Juventus With Fiorentina’s loss to Parma today, Pisa remains above the bottom of the table, but they are at risk of falling behind the others in the relegation battle. They have only secured one win this season, along with eight draws and eight losses. PISA, ITALY – DECEMBER 27: Antonio Caracciolo of Pisa Sporting Club competes for the ball with Lois Openda of Juventus FC during the Serie A match between Pisa SC and Juventus FC at Arena Garibaldi on December 27, 2025 in Pisa, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images) “Examining the standings may leave one puzzled, but we have delivered some solid performances throughout the season,” Gilardino continued. “We deserved to have gained a few more points, which means we need to intensify our efforts.” It’s clear to see their challenges, as they have netted only one goal in their nine Serie A home matches this season. Will Pisa then aim to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window by acquiring a striker, or will Gilardino turn to the youth academy? “I engage in daily discussions with the club management, and if there’s an opportunity to enhance the squad, we’ll seize it. I’ve previously relied on Louis Buffon several times, as I have consistently utilized young talents throughout my coaching career.”
Published: 2025-12-27 22:35:00
source: football-italia.net
