Luciano Spalletti sees Juventus’ Champions League absence as pain and motivation

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·12 September 2026

Luciano Spalletti acknowledged that Juventus’ absence from the Champions League is a genuine source of pain.

According to L'Équipe, he also regards the setback as a driver of motivation within the club.

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He wants to channel that frustration to identify and understand past mistakes.

His stated aim is to restore the club to the level of the leading sides.

Spalletti is convinced the responsibility involved should feed the ambition to return to the highest level.

Source: L'Équipe

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