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Buffon knows Juventus could be champions Monday night

Victory over Fiorentina means Juventus could be crowned champions on Monday night.

Juventus could win the Scudetto mathematically, if Napoli fail to beat Roma at the Stadio Olimpico.

"We have won a title before while watching on TV. I was with Ciro Ferrara on the couch at Alessandro Del Piero's house.

“I have nine Scudetti in my career, plus a Serie B title which I am very fond of."

Yet Juve had a disastrous start to the campaign before their run of 24 wins in 25 rounds, plus a 0-0 draw at Bologna.

“The moment we really turned a corner was scoring at the 95th minute against Torino. That gave us a confidence boost and we started to see even the most unthinkable targets within our reach.

“We needed the humility to get our hands dirty and to create unity within the team, new and old. Patrice Evra, for example, was fundamental on the field and off it to ensure this season took a different direction.

“This year we lacked ruthlessness in the Champions League, such as against Sevilla when we wasted so many chances. The anger will push us on to do well next season and serve as a valuable lesson."

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