Locatelli: This Juventus is united, pragmatic and vigorous, and it is more like a team than last year

Hupu September 15th Juventus will face Dortmund at home in the first phase of the Champions League. Before the game, Juventus midfielder Locatelli attended the press conference.

Can you talk about the atmosphere in the locker room?

"We came here with a strong passion because we just won the Italian national derby, which is absolutely wonderful. We are in good shape and full of confidence. The Champions League will start tomorrow. It is the most wonderful event. We will play at our home court, so the atmosphere must be great. It will be very special to hear that Champions League theme song, so we are all very excited."

How would you imagine the Champions League this season?

"I feel sorry for being eliminated last year. Now our team is healthy, we get along well, we train well, and we will go all out. Especially at home, it will be wonderful to have the support of the fans, and it is crucial to play well at the start."

Regarding the penalty scored in Venice in the last round of last season...

"That was a special moment for me, and I'm very happy to recall it. But the credit belongs to the entire team, we've united well, and it's the best part. We're excited because the Champions League is the most wonderful event in the world."

What role can you play in the Champions League?

"Some teams are stronger than us, but our secret is the team's unity, pragmatism, hard work and hard work. Our goal is to go as far as possible. If there are some accidents like last year, we must be prepared at any time. The only thing that cannot be missing is enthusiasm and the desire to fight as a team."

Do you think you are stronger than last year?

"I have only played three games so far, but I can say that we have shown the temperament of the team. We have a good relationship with the head coach. The team did a good job in the final stage with him at the end of last season. It is important to continue working with him and the coaching staff this season. It is also crucial to understand each other better during the Club World Cup, even on a human level. Perhaps we are more like a team than last year, which is the case."

Are the teams that win the Champions League relying on the strongest attack power?

"This is a different event, with a faster pace and a high quality of the game. There are many teams playing differently. Last year, Paris Saint-Germain won the victory with the quality of the attack line, but it also cannot be separated from Donnarumma's save."

In which aspect do you feel that you have made progress?

"I just go to execute the head coach's request. He let me play more in-depth. I will try my best to do this."

Is this a moment that requires the help of passion?

"We need to maintain balance and analyze the mistakes we made in the game against Inter Milan. The opponents tomorrow will be different. We must maintain balance and be confident, but we also conceded three goals on Saturday, so we need to be vigilant."

Does Tudor bring everyone a stable mentality? Have you been less afraid of these games?

"You should not be afraid when you step on the court. The advantage of the coach is that he communicates a lot with us, and we do need this. His method has helped the team and brought the team together. This is what we need, which is very important."

Do you think this Juventus belongs to you more?

"Now I am the captain of Juventus and I am proud of it, which exceeds all my dreams. A captain must do this and be a role model in training and daily life."