Empoli made history by reaching the Coppa Italia semi-finals after defeating Juventus 4-2 on penalties, following a 1-1 draw. Coach Roberto D'Aversa acknowledged the significance of this victory for the players, especially amidst a challenging Serie A season where they faced an 11-match winless streak. The team managed to take the lead through Youssef Maleh and maintained composure during the penalty shoot-out. D'Aversa emphasized the importance of this achievement for team morale and future matches, particularly highlighting the contributions of young academy players.
Coach Roberto D'Aversa praised Empoli's historic victory in the Coppa Italia semi-finals, highlighting the key performance of his players under pressure despite their league struggles.
D'Aversa expressed incredible pride in the players, particularly the youth academy graduates, emphasizing the significance of their success for future Serie A matches.
Empoli triumphed over Juventus in a dramatic penalty shoot-out, showcasing resilience and calmness under pressure, which could boost their morale in the face of relegation fears.
D'Aversa noted that the win was a crucial confidence booster, showing the team’s potential if they approached matches with the same dedication displayed against Juventus.
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