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Del Piero: Fate has brought Juventus to Sydney

Juventus legend Alessandro del Piero says it's fate he will play his last game in Australia against his former club.

Del Piero will be in the A-League allstars line-up tomorrow against Juve in Sydney.

"I'd never believe in coincidences, especially if we talk about these two colours, that are so close, black-n-white, my story, my life. To make it short, from that 13th of May 2012 at Juventus Stadium, it all can be described in two words, One Love.

"I can't be happier to have an opportunity to say goodbye on the pitch to all my fans, and not only to those of Sydney FC - that in two years of my fabulous Australian experience surrounded me with a lot of passion, respect and love.

"I'd like to thank all, and I'll do it from the place I love most, where I feel at home: on the pitch. Sunday will be also a day to look back just for a moment and see a great team, to realize once again how much the Australian football movement has grown from all points of view.

"I'm particularly happy to have contributed in the last two years in this development, that I'm sure won't stop.

"So, see you on Sunday... I'll be waiting for you at the stadium or those who won't be there can watch the match on TV, I want to say goodbye and virtually hug you all.

"PS. I know, that on the other side of the pitch, with another jersey will be Juventus... But is it really necessary to explain what it means to me?"

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