Serie A: Juventus held to a draw in Ronaldo’s absence
Juventus drew for the fifth time in nine Serie A games this season as they were held by promoted minnows Benevento who are coached by former Juventus striker, Filippo Inzaghi.
The game was paused in the 10th minute for a round of applause in tribute to Diego Maradona.
Andrea Pirlo’s Juve – who rested Cristiano Ronaldo – led through Alvaro Morata’s low drilled effort.
Gaetano Letizia levelled on the stroke of half-time with a volley from Arthur’s half-clearance.
Paulo Dybala missed a late chance to win the game and Juve had Morata sent off for dissent at the final whistle.
Juventus – who have won nine consecutive titles – sit in fifth place after four wins and five draws so far.
