Juventus back on form with 1-0 win over Fiorentina

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TURIN, Italy :Juventus returned to winning ways after four league games without a victory thanks to a 1-0 home win over Fiorentina on Sunday to consolidate their hold on third place in Serie A.

The hosts had three goals ruled out for offside in the opening half but took the lead in the 21st minute through Federico Gatti, which turned out to be the winner.

Juve were pushed harder after the break but held on for a second victory in 10 league games after they won their Coppa Italia semi-final, first leg 2-0 against Lazio in midweek.

Juventus now have 62 points, closing the gap with second-placed AC Milan to six and extending their lead over Bologna in fourth to four points. Inter Milan are top with 79 points and visit Udinese on Monday. Fiorentina are 10th on 43 points.