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Juventus Birthday Greeting for Antonio Conte Draws Fan Backlash

Negative comments far outnumbered supportive messages, with many fans mocking Conte’s relevance or chiding Juventus for missing the chance to rehire him.

Overview

  • Juventus posted “Tanti auguri, Antonio!” on its official X account on July 31 to mark former captain and coach Antonio Conte’s 56th birthday.
  • Most replies on the post criticized the club for publicly congratulating a coach who departed in 2021, arguing the gesture crossed a line.
  • Ironic dismissals emerged in responses such as “Chi è costui?” suggesting some fans have moved on from Conte’s era.
  • A smaller group of supporters praised Conte’s legacy, highlighting his successes as both Juventus captain and title-winning coach.
  • Several fans seized on the tribute to reproach Juventus leadership for failing to secure Conte’s return to the bench after last season’s speculation.