Giovanni Simeone bags brace against Juventus: ‘I’ve satisfied my dad’s desire’
El Cholito’s found the net of the goal against Juventus 6084 days after his dad’s goal against the bianconeri. On the 1st of April 2000, Diego Simeone netted the winner in the direct meeting between Lazio and Juventus. That win eventually resulted vital for Lazio’s Serie A title at the end of the season.
The current Atletico Madrid boss netted three goals against Juventus during his playing career.
Talking with Italian media at the end of the today’s game, Giovanni Simeone could not hide his happiness for the brace scored against the Old Lady.
“My dad told me before the game that he had already scored against Juventus, I’ve satisfied his desire. Today is the best day of my career, at least for now.”
Simeone, 21, has four goals in 11 Serie A appearances so far this season.
