Juventus' manager Antonio Conte is adamant his side can challenge on all fronts, but says Coppa Italia opponents Lazio won't be pushovers.
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The 43-year-old believes his team have been unfairly criticised following their defeat to Sampdoria and after picking up just a solitary point against Parma earlier this month.
The Old Lady were sluggish following the mid-season break, but despite their blip, Conte feels they are still in contention to claim silverware this season.
"I've heard a little too much criticism this week. Certain people have spoken about a team in crisis because we weren't able to beat Sampdoria and Parma despite two good performances," Conte told reporters at a press conference.
"I'm perfectly relaxed and focus solely on what we've achieved. We're top of the table, we're in the Coppa Italia semi-finals for the second year in a row and have made it through to the last 16 of the Champions League."
The former Siena boss also discussed his side's upcoming Coppa Italia semi-final against Lazio, who he believes will provide the current Serie A leaders with a formidable challenge.
He said: "We'll face a strong Lazio side. They're compact, well-organised and will look to close down space before breaking on the counter-attack.
"However, we'll be playing with the same objective as ever: to win. I'm perfectly relaxed about this because the lads know exactly what is required of them."
The first leg of the semi-final takes place on Tuesday.
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