Capello: Correct Juventus decision on Spalletti but ‘it won’t be easy’ to catch Como
Capello: Correct Juventus decision on Spalletti but ‘it won’t be easy’ to catch Como Fabio Capello believes Juventus are right to extend Luciano Spalletti’s contract regardless of Champions League qualification, but argues that ‘it won’t be easy’ to catch Cesc Fabregas’ Como and finish in the top four. Juventus’ 1-1 draw against Sassuolo over the weekend pushed the Bianconeri three points below fourth-placed Como, who secured a comfortable 5-0 win against Pisa. Capello examined the Bianconeri’s performance in his latest interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, highlighting what didn’t work for the Old Lady.
“First of all, Yildiz. He scored okay, but he lacked consistency, especially in the second half,” said the ex-coach. “Unlike usual, he didn’t take responsibility for getting the team out of trouble.
Juventus attacked more on the right, where Conceiçao did have a good game, but it wasn’t enough to win. ” Dusan Vlahovic and Arkadiusz Milik were introduced in the dying minutes, while Lois Openda and Jonathan David spent the whole game on the bench. “The false nine is fashionable.
Anyway, the first two were coming back from long injuries, while evidently, the other two are not considered up to the level required by the coach at the moment,” Capello said. TURIN, ITALY – FEBRUARY 22: Juventus FC head coach Luciano Spalletti looks on during the Serie A match between Juventus FC and Como 1907 at on February 21, 2026 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Valerio Pennicino/Getty Images) Juventus are expected to offer Spalletti a contract extension before the end of the season, regardless of whether they qualify for the Champions League.
“Obviously, it’s more complicated. There’s no denying that Luciano has given something to Juve, despite a few unlucky results, and for this reason, the club has decided to continue with him without waiting for the end of the season,” noted Capello. “In my opinion, it’s the right choice, even if there’s no signature yet.