Juventus Legend Giorgio Chiellini Given Emotional Farewell After Final Match for The Old Lady

• Giorgio Chiellini was accorded a special tribute during his last match for Juventus on Monday night, May 16
• Juve boss Max Allegri ensured the legendary defender got the perfect send-off as he started him against Lazio during the Serie A clash
• Chiellini was subbed off in the 17th minute of the encounter to symbolise the 17 years he has played for the Turin-based club
• Fans responded by rising up at the Allianz Arena to give the 37-year-old a standing ovation as they sung his name

Juventus legend Giorgio Chiellini has been afforded an emotional farewell ahead of his departure from the club.

Chiellini is understood to have played his last match for Juve during their 2-2 draw with Lazio on Monday night, May 16, in the Serie A.

The 37-year-old was subbed off in the 17th minute of the match to signify the 17 years he has spent with the Italian club.

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The Sun reports the special gesture was marked with a wave of applause from the Allianz Stadium faithful, with Juventus fans rising to their feet to give the Italy international a standing ovation.

The supporters could be heard shouting Chiellini's name as Lazio players joined in applauding the legendary defender.

Chiellini, who was emotional and soaked up at this point responded by gesturing to the fans as he hugged the majority of his teammates as he made his way off the pitch.

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Paulo Dybala was the other player who got some minutes under his belt during the clash as he bid the fans farewell.

The Argentine star was reduced to tears as he said goodbye to the fanbase ahead of his summer exit.

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