Juventus Nears Champions League Qualification Under Tudor

Juventus fights for a Champions League spot under Igor Tudor, with Lazio and Roma closing in. Get the latest Serie A news.

Igor Tudor's future as Juventus manager remains uncertain, even if he secures Champions League qualification, but the Croat said on Friday he believes he has done a good job in getting the club out of a hole and does not feel inferior to anybody.

Tudor took over in March from Thiago Motta, with Juve out of the Champions League and Coppa Italia and on the back of two heavy Serie A defeats. The new manager has lost one in seven and his side are fourth in the standings with two games left.

“Talking about my work is difficult. For me, it was a good job given all the problems we had,” Tudor told reporters ahead of Sunday's home game with mid-table Udinese.

“We played two games with 10 players (after red cards). We played some good games, and against Parma, we didn't deserve to lose (1-0 last month). I always had a good feeling after games.

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“Then, we always have to be demanding and always try to win, but the team gave everything it could. When I arrived, the team was in the deepest hole.”

Igor Tudor attributed Juventus' progress to his team's resilience despite significant injury challenges.

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“It's fair to say that we never had (Federico) Gatti and (Teun) Koopmeiners, rarely had (Andrea) Cambiaso and (Lloyd) Kelly available,” Tudor said, highlighting the impact of injuries on the team's performance.

“I think it's right to say things from my point of view. I don't want to apologise, but it's fair to say it. This team, when complete, is strong and can fight with everyone.”

Igor Tudor's contract situation remains tied to Juventus' Champions League qualification, with speculation surrounding his future.

“I live from day to day, I enjoy everything, and I suffer,” Tudor said, expressing his carefree attitude amid rumors linking him to potential replacement by Antonio Conte.

Juventus is fighting to secure fourth place, with Lazio and AS Roma closely trailing. Lazio is level with Juventus on 64 points, while Roma is just one point behind. Bologna and AC Milan are also in contention for the final Champions League spot.