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Juventus lost composure amid Sampdoria onslaught - Allegri

Juve's manager believes his side lacked the patience to hold off a rampaging Sampdoria in Sunday's upset

Massimiliano Allegri admitted Juventus lost their cool during the 3-2 defeat at Sampdoria that saw them lose ground on Serie A leaders Napoli.

The Bianconeri were the better of the two sides over the opening 45 minutes with Gonzalo Higuain and Juan Cuadrado both culpable for squandering good chances.

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But, after attempting only one shot in the first half, Sampdoria exploded to life after the restart as they raced to a three-goal lead by the 79th minute.