Alessandro Del PieroPlayer·Alessandro Del Piero, a revered figure in JuventusTeam·Juventus history, has voiced his support and understanding for the club's current management, choosing not to pass external judgment on their recent campaign. Speaking at the Festival della Serie ACompetition·Serie A held at the Teatro RegioVenue·Teatro Regio in Parma, Del Piero reflected on his enduring connection with the Bianconeri and his unique relationship with the club's long-standing ownership.
“I have great respect for those who work at Juventus, so everyone has to play their part, and it’s not possible to accurately judge from the outside,” Del Piero stated, emphasizing the internal complexities of managing a top-tier football institution. He highlighted the remarkable continuity of the Agnelli family's stewardship, describing their decades-long presence at the helm as “practically unique in football, simply incredible.”
The 2025/26 season proved to be a challenging one for JuventusTeam·Juventus. The club concluded the Serie ACompetition·Serie A campaign in 6th place, accumulating 69 points from 38 matches. This finish placed them outside the coveted UEFA Champions League qualification spots, which were secured by InterTeam·Inter, Napoli, RomaTeam·Roma, and notably, ComoTeam·Como. Instead, JuventusTeam·Juventus will compete in the UEFA Europa League for the 2026/27 season.
Despite the domestic league struggles, JuventusTeam·Juventus did participate in the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League, progressing to the knockout phase play-offs. They also reached the Quarter-finals of the Coppa ItaliaCompetition·Coppa Italia. Looking ahead, the club is set to feature in the expanded 32-team FIFA Club World CupCompetition·FIFA Club World Cup in 2025, offering another significant international platform.
Del Piero acknowledged the difficult nature of the current period for the club, suggesting a need to “turn the page.” He refrained from dictating specific actions, instead offering a simple message of encouragement: “If I had to say two words to the players, they would only be ‘Forza Juve’.” He also urged a focus on the positives, recognizing the exceptional campaigns of teams like ComoTeam·Como and RomaTeam·Roma in securing Champions LeagueCompetition·Champions League berths.
The former Italy international also drew parallels to past adversities, recalling the club's demotion to Serie B in 2006 following the Calciopoli scandal. He noted that fan loyalty remained steadfast even during that tumultuous period, with season ticket sales increasing despite the team's reduced stature. This historical perspective underscores his belief in the resilience of the JuventusTeam·Juventus fanbase.
Del Piero has previously commented on the immense pressure associated with playing for JuventusTeam·Juventus, describing the environment as “not for everyone” due to the “weight of the past” and the club's rich history of success. His recent visit to the team's training ground in May 2026, ahead of a crucial league match, further demonstrated his unwavering commitment to the club's welfare and his desire to inspire the current squad to draw upon JuventusTeam·Juventus's winning mentality.
Alessandro Del Piero plays during the Ultimate Legends Night exhibition match in Wroclaw, Poland. NurPhoto/IMAGO
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