Torino Manager Ivan Juric Reflects on Draw, VAR concerns, and Singo’s Fitness
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torino manager Ivan Juric expressed a mix of satisfaction and frustration following his team’s recent match, discussing thier comeback from a goal down, concerns over VAR decisions, and the ongoing recovery of defender Wilfried Singo. Juric believes his team played comfortably and was always likely to find the net, despite conceding a goal from a set-piece in the first half. The team did equalize in the second half. He also voiced strong opinions regarding inconsistent VAR intervention, especially in situations involving opponents.
Match Analysis and Second-Half response
Juric acknowledged the setback of conceding first, stating, “The goal we conceded from a set-piece… We fell behind 1-0.” However, he remained confident in his team’s ability to respond. “I said this at the half-time, we are playing comfortably, we produce, it was clear that we would score a goal and get the score when we stayed calm. This score came in the second half.” This suggests a tactical approach focused on maintaining composure and capitalizing on opportunities.
VAR Controversy and Calls for Consistency
A significant point of contention for Juric was the perceived inconsistency of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) decisions. He questioned why VAR didn’t intervene in certain situations, implying bias. “There where other positions that VAR did not intervene in. It would have been nice if they had intervened in all of them, nonetheless of the jersey color.” This highlights a common frustration among managers regarding the subjective nature of VAR and the desire for equitable submission of the rules.
Singo’s Recovery and Tactical Considerations
Juric also addressed the fitness of Wilfried Singo,who recently returned from injury. He explained the challenges of deploying Singo at right-back given his current condition.”I was thinking of Singo as a defender. He is recovering from his injury and it is more arduous to move at right-back. He did not have the speed, continuity or sudden sprints at center-back.” This suggests a cautious approach to Singo’s reintegration, prioritizing his recovery and perhaps adjusting his position on the field to maximize his effectiveness.
Looking Ahead
Juric concluded with a brief update on potential team news, stating, “We’ll see about the situation, hopefully we’ll get it done by Tuesday.” This likely refers to updates on player fitness or potential transfer activity.
Key Takeaways:
* Torino demonstrated resilience by equalizing after conceding a goal from a set-piece.
* Manager Ivan Juric is concerned about the inconsistent application of VAR.
* Wilfried Singo is still regaining full fitness following an injury, impacting his role on the field.
* The team is awaiting further updates on player availability by Tuesday.
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