Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Juventus vs Benfica match as part of the Europe - UEFA Champions League tournament.
Finished
2 - 0
Match events:
| F. Conceicao / F. Miretti | 46' | |||
| M. Locatelli Tripping | 49' | |||
| K. Thuram (1 - 0) | 55' | |||
| W. McKennie (2 - 0) Assist: J. David | 64' | |||
| 69' | F. Ivanovic / A. Schjelderup | |||
| 69' | E. Barrenechea / G. Sudakov | |||
| J. Cabal / A. Cambiaso | 70' | |||
| L. Openda / J. David | 70' | |||
| 77' | J. Rego / G. Prestianni | |||
| 81' | V. Pavlidis V. Pavlidis | |||
| F. Kostic / K. Yildiz | 82' | |||
| T. Koopmeiners / M. Locatelli | 87' | |||
| L. Kelly Foul | 88' |
Stadium: Allianz Stadium
Competition: UEFA Champions League
Match Preview
Juventus heads into this match looking to bounce back from a recent dip in form. The Old Lady suffered a surprising setback in their previous league outing, leaving fans questioning the team’s consistency. Under the guidance of their seasoned manager, Juventus will be keen to leverage their home advantage. They have historically performed well in front of their home fans, and with key players returning from injuries, the squad is ready to mount a serious challenge. On the other hand, Benfica has been steadily climbing the ranks in their domestic league and is enjoying a promising run in Europe as well. With a dynamic young manager at the helm, Benfica is known for their fast-paced attacking football. The Eagles will be determined to keep their Champions League hopes alive and aim for at least a draw against the formidable Italians.Team Form and Analysis
Juventus
Juventus's defense has been a mix of solid organization and occasional vulnerabilities, making consistency a concern. Their star center-back has recently returned from an injury and will be pivotal in maintaining the defensive structure against Benfica's fast wingers. Offensively, Juventus will rely on their seasoned striker, who has been a crucial player in key matches, but he needs more support from the midfield. Recently, injuries to key players have tested their depth, but with some returning to the fold, the team looks stronger for this vital encounter.Benfica
Benfica comes into this match with a potent attack led by their star forward, who has been in outstanding form this season. Their midfield has been creative, providing numerous chances, but there are concerns about their defensive line against a top-tier opponent like Juventus. Injuries have slightly hindered their progress, but the return of their first-choice goalkeeper will offer some assurance. Benfica is expected to set up in an aggressive 4-3-3 formation, aiming to exploit Juventus's defensive gaps.Predicted Starting Lineups
- Juventus:
- Goalkeeper: Wojciech Szczęsny
- Defenders: Danilo, Matthijs de Ligt, Leonardo Bonucci, Alex Sandro
- Midfielders: Adrien Rabiot, Manuel Locatelli, Weston McKennie
- Forwards: Federico Chiesa, Moise Kean, Dusan Vlahovic
- Benfica:
- Goalkeeper: Odysseas Vlachodimos
- Defenders: Andre Almeida, Nicolás Otamendi, Jan Vertonghen, Alejandro Grimaldo
- Midfielders: Enzo Fernández, João Mário, Julian Weigl
- Forwards: Rafa Silva, Gonçalo Ramos, David Neres
Match Prediction by tutsport.net
The home advantage and stronger squad depth should see Juventus edge this tie.
Both teams will be cautious, leading to a potentially tighter contest with fewer goals.