Ranieri: We must bounce back

Ranieri: We must bounce back
Friday 10 April, 2009

Juventus boss Claudio Ranieri has called for a reaction from his side in Genoa after last weekend's draw with Chievo.

The Old Lady trail leaders Inter by nine points after unexpectedly drawing 3-3 with the lowly Flying Donkeys.

Ranieri's side face a testing trip to fourth-placed Genoa where they know there is no margin for error.

“It's not a time for words,” Ranieri insisted. “We need to show that we have got over the draw with Chievo.

“What matters is that we win and that the team plays well. We have been on good form before last week and I expect a response from the players.

“After every false step there is always a great reaction. We are facing a team who are looking for the Champions League next year - it will be a huge game.

“Our minimum objective is to finish second. It would be a shame to come third after a season spent on Inter's shoulder.

“I want to finish well and then we will look back and evaluate. We will keep chasing Inter but we should remember that we are still rebuilding after Serie B.”

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