Juventus Icon Alessandro Del Piero Admits: 'Inter Milan Deserved The Victory, But The Bianconeri Won’t Give Up'

Legendary Juventus captain Alessandro Del Piero acknowledged Inter Milan’s superiority over his former club in last Sunday’s Derby d’Italia.

Even though they had to count on Federico Gatti’s own goal to secure a valuable win, the Nerazzurri had the upper hand from the get-go.

But despite wasting several glorious opportunities, they came out victorious in the direct Scudetto showdown while preventing their limiting their rivals’ attacking threat.

Therefore, Del Piero admits that Inter proved they deserved their spot on top of the Serie A table with a solid showing against Max Allegri’s men.

“Throughout the match, ​​Inter proved that they deserve the advantage they currently have in the standings,” said the 2006 World Cup winner during a Nike event via FcInterNews.

“They deserved victory for how they were organized on the pitch and for the opportunities they managed to create during match.

“It is certainly a team that is displaying high-level football. Let’s not forget about last season’s Champions League final against Man City.”

Juventus Legend Alessandro Del Piero Feels Inter Milan Deserve Their Advantage In The League Standings

Nevertheless, the iconic Number 10 warns that Juventus is not a club that gives up easily.

“Inter possess great players with great personalities. They are obviously the favorites to win the Scudetto.

“On the other hand, Juventus is a team that never gives up. During the San Siro showdown, they also had their chances.

“This will be a good fight between the two rivals until the very end.”