David strikes on Italian League debut as Juve go past Parma, Atalanta held

ROME Canada striker David guided home from Kenan Yildiz’s low cross in the 59th minute to send Juve on their way to three points at the Allianz Stadium in Turin

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Jonathan David made a goal-scoring start to his Serie A career on Sunday, netting the opening goal in Juventus’ straightforward 2-0 win over Parma.

Canada striker David guided home from Kenan Yildiz’s low cross in the 59th minute to send Juve on their way to three points at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.

“It was everything I hoped for... I’m happy to score in my first game. But the most important thing is the three points,” said David to DAZN.

“The target is to help the team as much as I can. If it’s by scoring goals or getting assists or running back and defending, I will do everything.”

The 25-year-old was brought in as a free agent to help boost an attack which had for too long been let down by misfiring Dusan Vlahovic, and David showcased the goalscoring instincts which made him a hero at Lille.

But it was Vlahovic, who is reportedly on the transfer list at Juve, who made sure of the win near the end of an uninspiring contest when he tapped home another Yildiz pass from close range with six minutes remaining.