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Juventus form worries Fiorentina manager Paulo Sousa

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Fiorentina manager Paulo Sousa laments the timing of his side's fixture against Juventus, who have won their previous five league fixtures.

Fiorentina manager Paulo Sousa has lamented the fact that his side must face a resurgent Juventus in their Serie A clash on Sunday.

The 45-year-old is worried by the current form of Massimiliano Allegri's team, who have emerged victorious in their last five league outings after winning just three of their opening 10 fixtures.

"Juventus are chasing the pack, but the confidence of four years of success allowed them to stay calm. Unfortunately for us, Juventus are on fine form now. We hoped to face them earlier," Sousa told reporters ahead of the clash.

"It will be a very difficult game, because this Juventus is in great shape and found their best system. They defend very well and everyone is involved in protecting the back three, then counter-attacking.They have quality individuals, so we have to play at a very high level to contain them and, at times, dominate so we can win.

"Unfortunately we had two fewer days to prepare for this game and tactically that can mean a lot, but on the bright side we have a five-point advantage over Juventus, so that makes me happy."

Fiorentina currently occupy second position in the league table, while the Old Lady sit in fifth.

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