Jay Idzes Makes Juventus Frustration, His Postage Between Venezia Holds Serie A 2-2 Giants

Jay Idzes, scored the first Indonesian player in Serie A. (photo: x @SerieA_Lawas)

Jay Idzes became the center of attention in the Serie A match between Juventus and Venezia which ended in a 2-2 draw at Allianz Stadium. The Indonesian passport defender scored a crucial goal in the 83rd minute which almost brought Venezia to a sensational victory over the Turin giants. Although in the end Juventus managed to equalize through a penalty in injury time, Idzes' action deserves the spotlight.

Idzes' goal was created through a set ball situation. Hans Nicolussi Caviglia sent a perfect free kick into the penalty box, and Idzes who was in the right position jumped high between Juventus players. His header headed into the bottom corner of the net, unattainable to Juventus goalkeeper Di Gregorio. This goal brought Venezia ahead 2-1 and made the Allianz stadium silent.

Idzes not only had a big impact on attack, but also performed solidly on Venezia's back line. Repeatedly he broke Juventus' attack which continued to press throughout the match. Idzes' toughness frustrated Juventus in their quest for additional goals after winning first through Federico Gatti in the first half.

Although Dusan Vlahovic's penalty goal in the 95th minute saved Venezia's victory, Idzes' contribution remains one of the reasons the bottom team was able to steal points from one of Italy's biggest clubs. Statistics show that Juventus dominated possession 62% and 12 shots throughout the match, but the toughness of the back line commanded by Idzes left Juventus scoring only a goal from a dead ball and penalty situation.

Idzes, also continues to show his potential as a mainstay defender. With his towering height and reading ability to play well, he has successfully silenced Juventus' attacking line, which was reinforced by players such as Vlahovic and Gabriel Jesus. The goal he scored was also his first goal in Serie A this season, as well as a goal that may be most memorable in his career so far. Moreover, this goal made Indonesia's first goal in Serie A.

This draw remains a blow for Juventus, who have now failed to win three consecutive times in Serie A. Meanwhile, for Venezia, one point from this match could be an important momentum in their struggle to get out of the table. Jay Idzes, with his brilliant performance, deserves to be called Venezia's hero in this match