Juventus coach Claudio Ranieri said his players must be relaxed when they take on Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League on October 21st in Turin. Saturday's loss to Napoli marked Juve's third defeat in four league games, and reports suggest that Ranieri who turned 57 on Monday might be fighting for his job against Real. "I want the team to play without pressure and I'm just asking the players to give me the birthday present I need," Ranieri was quoted as saying by Calcio Italia. "This isn't my worst moment and we have nothing to lose against Real Madrid.” Despite admitting that Real have a better form superiority, the former Chelsea boss confirmed that his players have what it takes to beat the Spanish giants. "We are playing against one of the favorites to win the competition and they are playing with quality and conviction." “However, we are building a side that can play with those characteristics and playing Real will bring out our pride,” Ranieri concluded. Meanwhile, Juve skipper Alessandro Del Piero echoed his coach's statements, saying that the players have a great desire to react upon their poor league form. "Games like tomorrow evening's can inspire us. It's not about the future of the club or the Coach but about all of us," said Alex. “We all know that we can give something extra as we are all on the same ship and we will succeed together.” Juventus are lying second in Champions League group H two points behind leaders Real Madrid.
