Juventus Secures Victory with New Coach
- Juventus won their first game of the Serie A season under new coach Thiago Motta.
- Samuel Mbangula, Timothy Weah, and Andrea Cambiaso scored the goals in a victory over Como.
- This successful start marks a promising beginning for Juventus under the guidance of Thiago Motta.
Juventus kicked off their Serie A campaign with a commanding 3-0 victory over newly promoted Como at the Allianz Stadium on Monday. Under the guidance of new head coach Thiago Motta, the team showcased a revitalized spirit, with Belgian forward Samuel Mbangula and USA winger Timothy Weah both scoring in the first half. Andrea Cambiaso sealed the win with a long-range strike in stoppage time, marking a promising start for Motta, who previously led Bologna to the Champions League. Como, returning to the top flight after a 21-year absence, struggled to convert possession into scoring opportunities. Coached by former football star Cesc Fàbregas, Como finished second in Serie B last season, just behind champions Parma. Despite their efforts, they were unable to match Juventus's quality on the pitch, with Mbangula making history as the youngest Belgian goalscorer in Serie A. Juventus displayed confidence from the outset, with Dusan Vlahovic coming close to scoring early on. Mbangula's goal in the 23rd minute set the tone for the match, and although Vlahovic had a goal disallowed for offside shortly after halftime, the hosts maintained control throughout the game. In other matches, Atalanta secured a 4-0 victory over Lecce, while Atlético Madrid drew 2-2 with Villarreal in La Liga, showcasing a competitive start to the European football season.