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It was like a Champions League semi-final - Allegri marvels at Derby d'Italia

After seeing the Old Lady edge past their title rivals, the coach suggested the clash was worthy of the best European competition

Massimiliano Allegri believes Juventus' 1-0 Derby d'Italia win over Inter bore resemblance to a Champions League semi-final showdown.

Juan Cuadrado's stunning first-half goal proved the difference in a fiery encounter at Juventus Stadium, with the two sides closely matched besides the Colombia international's moment of magic.

Having gone six points clear at the top of Serie A with victory, Allegri acknowledged the supreme standard on show in the crunch clash.

"I am very happy with today's win," he told Mediaset Premium.