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After a Juventus and Lazio shared points at Turin a sombre moment set in the Allianz Stadium as veterans of the Old Lady bid adieu. Argentine forward Paulo Dybala and Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini played their last game for Juventus after years of impeccable service. Dybala joined La Fidanzata d'Italia in 2015 whereas Chiellini was brought from sister-club Fiorentina in 2005.
The Juventus supporters paid an incredible tribute as their greats ended their tenure on an emotional note. The Argentine couldn’t stop crying while the Italian stalwart celebrated with his children as fans cheered to cap off a beautiful moment. Addressing his departure, Paulo Dybala had sent out a message to the Piedmont natives as he reminisced on the ‘seven magical years with 12 trophies and 115 goals’.
“I will never forget everything you gave me," Dybala
La Joya wrote, “It is difficult to find the right words to say bye to you. There are so many years and so many emotions altogether. I thought we would have stayed together a few more years but destiny has led us down different paths.”
“I will never forget everything you gave me; every match, every goal. I have grown up, learnt with you. I have lived a dream. It has been seven magical years with 12 trophies and 115 goals that no one can ever take away. Ever. Thank you for supporting me during the difficult moments.”
“Thank you to those who have been with me these years: from the first to the last, from fans to the those within the club, everyone, managers and team-mates, staff and directors. Wearing this important shirt alongside the captain's armband has been one of the proudest moments of my life, which I one day hope to show my children and grandchildren.”
“Tomorrow will be my last match with this shirt, it's difficult to imagine but it will be our last goodbye. It won't be easy but will step onto the pitch with a smile and my head held high, knowing I gave everything for you.”