20 April 2019
Some performers are set apart by their elegance and are clearly recognisable by the coherence and consistency with which they express themselves. Leonardo Bonucci falls into this special category: he always plays with his head up and exudes confidence in every situation. It was not hard to predict that his ‘sequel’ with the Bianconeri would be a roaring success.
The football pitch is like a stage. Those with charisma are able to command the space around them. It’s not magic; it’s what footballers and performers do.
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Instinct is a fundamental quality and one that’s never missing from goal-scoring defenders. Leo rounds off Juventus’ early-season win over Napoli.
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Illusionism? No, quite the opposite. That’s the wonderful contrast with theatre; when you’re out in the open air, it’s all real.