SpotlightFootball ItaliaUnverified source· 18 Sept 2026
Nico Gonzalez: Juventus 'Stronger and More United' This Season
Nico Gonzalez says Juventus are stronger and more united than in his first spell, and he gifted a penalty to boost his fellow strikers.
Nico González
player
Position
Winger
Club
Juventus
Nationality
Argentine
Key stat
MOTM in 5-0 win vs NEC
What happened. Nico Gonzalez scored the opener and won a penalty in Juventus' 5-0 win over NEC, then let Nick Woltemade take the spot kick. He said the team is stronger and more united than in his first season.
- Gonzalez called the penalty a 'gift' to boost Woltemade and Kolo Muani's confidence.
- Kolo Muani came off the bench to score and assist in the second half.
- Gonzalez credited coach Spalletti for restoring his confidence after a difficult first season.
“I was the penalty kick taker, but we needed the striker.”
— Nico Gonzalez
Gonzalez hopes his form and the team's unity can carry Juventus forward after a strong start to the season.
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