Juventus coach Pirlo explains hooking Arthur at halftime

Football
5 Nov 2020 • 6:51 AM MYT
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Juventus coach Andrea Pirlo explained why Arthur Melo was substituted at halftime of their Champions League win against Ferencvaros.

Arthur started the game, but made little impact and was replaced by Rodrigo Bentancur at halftime.

Pirlo said, “Arthur wasn't well from the start, he felt ill and was nauseous.

"We were ready to substitute him after 20 minutes, but he wanted to finish the half.

“His position should be slightly more advanced compared to today, but he was struggling to breathe and run today, so he was deeper to let him recover and compensate."