Derided when signed from Udinese and not expected to play a major role under Antonio Conte, Simone Pepe has overcome obstacles during his stint with Juventus. Pepe's knack for crucial goals, his versatility and his willingness has aided Juve and brought about a comparison with former winger Angelo Di Livio.

They are two of the games great executioners. Their preferred methods of delivering the coup de grace could hardly be more different, but they share the same efficient outcome. Back in 1998 it was Fabio Capello's Milan who were on the receiving end of a cold-blooded calcio killing. If you want a masterclass in the respective abilities of Alessandro Del Piero and Filippo Inzaghi you need.