Diego Admits Juventus Failed

Tuesday, December 8, 2009 -- Juventus playmaker Diego has admitted that Juventus were below par against Bayern Munich on Tuesday night.

Juventus were knocked out of the Champions League on Tuesday night as they suffered a 4-1 humiliation at home to Bayern Munich. Juve now have to settle with a Europa League spot while Bayern progress through to the last 16 stage of the competition.

Speaking to Corriere Dello Sport, Juventus trequartista Diego said:

"The Champions League was one of our clear objectives of the club. We lacked personality, and Bayern Munich were superior to us, and that is why they won.

"We are not finished in Europe, as it occurred to other teams such as Liverpool. We must now focus on winning the Europa League.

"The whistles directed towards me? I accept them and I know that I can give more. They are right to do so, and they didn't hurt or offend me.

"It is normal that the fans react this way, and I am the first to say that we must do better.

"Therefore, we need to train harder to get even better."