WATCH: USMNT star Weston McKennie shines in another victory for Juventus in 5-0 triumph over Cremonese
Weston McKennie impressed once again as he scored a goal in Juventus' emphatic 5-0 win against Cremonese, showcasing his talent and impact on the team. McKennie's performance highlighted his contribution to the Italian giants and his standout display as a U.S. men's national team star.
Weston McKennie popped up with another goal contribution for Juventus as the U.S. men's national team star put a cap on a lopsided Serie A win. McKennie scored Juventus' fifth and final goal, with the American once again standing out for the Italian giants in Monday's 5-0 win over Cremonese. The American is now on two goals and three assists in Serie A action. With Juventus already up 4-0, McKennie popped up with a header to take the score to five. The goal came in the 64th minute, with McKennie finishing off a Pierre Kalulu assist to add insult to injury for visiting Cremonese.McKennie put in a Man of the Match-quality performance for Juventus, finishing with four shots and an additional chance created, leading the way in a game that the Old Lady thoroughly dominated.Tuesday's goal is McKennie's third in the last month and a half, with the American star also contributing two assists during that streak. Juventus have now won seven of their last eight, with that eighth being a 1-1 draw with Lecce in the one low point of this extended unbeaten run.All of that comes amid the backdrop of McKennie's contract situation. As things stand, McKennie's deal with Juventus is set to expire in the summer, and reports have conflicted when discussing the American's future with the club. As things stand, though, the contract situation clearly isn't weighing on him and the midfielder is in arguably the best form of his Juventus career.Add GOAL.com as a preferred source on Google to see more of our reportingAfter claiming the three points with authority on Tuesday, Juventus are temporarily up to third in Serie A having collected 39 points through 20 games. Only Inter and AC Milan have more, with the former on 43 and the latter on 40 through 19 games.Juventus will look to continue this unbeaten run on Saturday when they visit Cagliari before returning to Champions League play next week when they host Benfica on January 21.
Weston McKennie's Impact
Weston McKennie continued his impressive form by scoring Juventus' fifth goal in their dominant victory over Cremonese. With two goals and three assists in Serie A this season, McKennie has been a key player for the team. His goal in the 64th minute, a header assisted by Pierre Kalulu, further solidified his influence on the match.
Man of the Match Performance
McKennie's performance against Cremonese was nothing short of exceptional. Not only did he score a goal, but he also took four shots and created an additional chance, showcasing his versatility and impact on the field. McKennie's standout display earned him the Man of the Match title, highlighting his importance to Juventus.
Contract Situation
Despite ongoing speculation about his contract with Juventus, Weston McKennie has remained focused and in top form. With his current deal set to expire in the summer, reports suggest uncertainty about his future with the club. However, McKennie's stellar performances on the pitch demonstrate his commitment and dedication to Juventus, as he continues to shine amidst contract negotiations.
Juventus' Strong Performance
With the victory over Cremonese, Juventus climbed to third place in Serie A, showcasing their determination and quality. Having won seven of their last eight matches, Juventus are on an impressive unbeaten run. The team's upcoming fixtures against Cagliari and Benfica present further opportunities to build on their success and maintain their momentum in both domestic and European competitions.
