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Massimiliano Allegri Reveals Medhi Benatia Injury Blow Ahead of Showdown Against Milan

Juventus manager Massimiliano Allegri has indicated that defender Medhi Benatia has been ruled out of Wednesday's Supercoppa Italiana encounter against Milan, following the 2-0 victory against Bologna.

The Morocco international, who was set to appear in the Bianconeri's Coppa Italia Round of 16 tie at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, was replaced by Giorgio Chiellini within minutes of kickoff after picking up a knock in the warm-up.

Allegri, whose side booked their place in the quarter-finals of the competition, commented on The Old Lady's defensive frailties, which included injuries to Andrea Barzagli and suggested that Benatia would be joining the veteran Italian on the sidelines.