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Juventus overcame an early scare to dominate Salernitana 6-1, securing a spot in the Italian Cup quarter-finals. Salernitana, languishing at the bottom of Serie A, surprised everyone by taking the lead just two minutes into the game, courtesy of Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi exploiting a defensive error by Federico Gatti.
However, Juventus swiftly regrouped, with Fabio Miretti leveling the score just 10 minutes later. The Turin giants continued their resurgence as Andrea Cambiaso found the net in the 35th minute, seizing control of the match.
Juventus extended their lead in the second half when Federico Chiesa orchestrated Daniele Rugani's goal in the 53rd minute. Salernitana's plight worsened as Dylan Bronn scored an own-goal in the 75th minute, widening the gap to 4-1. The Turin side sealed the emphatic victory with late strikes from Kenan Yildiz and Timothy Weah.
Reflecting on the match, Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri remarked, "We reacted well after conceding a goal so quickly, and we put on a good match. There are still things to improve, but this team is growing. Our goal is always to qualify for the next Champions League."
The comprehensive win not only propelled Juventus into the quarter-finals of the Italian Cup but also showcased their resilience and attacking prowess. As they continue their journey in the competition, the team aims to build on this performance and pursue their aspirations in the Champions League.
