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Will Conceicao return for Juventus’ match against Borussia Dortmund? Francisco Conceicao was a noticeable absentee from Juventus’ victory over Inter Milan in the Derby d’Italia. The attacker, who had returned early from international duty with Portugal due to injury, was considered a possibility to feature until the morning of the match. However, on the day of the game, Igor Tudor decided to exclude him from the squad. The forward will now concentrate on regaining full fitness, with his focus set on making a return as soon as possible. Juventus’ next challenge comes in the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund, a crucial fixture in their early-season campaign. ............ Juventus will assess his recovery carefully in the coming days before making a final decision regarding his involvement against the German side. Tudor is determined not to take unnecessary risks and is expected to prioritise the player’s long-term availability over short-term gain. ............ While Juventus’ perfect domestic start has been encouraging, the Champions League demands a higher level of performance. Matches against strong European opponents such as Borussia Dortmund will test the resilience and depth of the squad, making full availability of key players highly desirable. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/will-conceicao-return-for-juventus-match-against-borussia-dortmund/

Sacchi advises Juventus ahead of Dortmund Legendary former Milan and Italy head coach Arrigo Sacchi has given his thoughts ahead of the first round of 2025-26 Champions League fixtures coming up this week, which brings a particularly exciting set of fixtures involving the Italian sides, as Juventus will go up against Borussia Dortmund, Inter against Ajax, Atalanta against PSG and Napoli against Man City. ............ Juventus are looking to bounce back after a disappointing play-off round exit against PSV last season. The same goes for Atalanta, who were knocked out by Club Brugge in the play-off phase last season. Inter, meanwhile, made it all the way to the Champions League final last term, but were humbled 5-0 by eventual champions PSG in Munich. ............ Sacchi was asked if he thinks Juventus have the ‘easiest’ match of the four Italian sides, to which he replied: “It’s only the least difficult game on paper, because in reality, there could potentially be several slip-ups. “Starting with the fact that the Bianconeri are coming in after a very tough duel against Inter in the league. Dortmund on the other hand will play away against Heidenheim, who have not yet picked up a point in the Bundesliga. “These details have to be taken into consideration in the Champions League.” Sacchi agrees, though, that Juventus remain the favourites in this particular fixture. ............ “As long as they follow the coach’s directives perfectly. “Tudor wants defensive solidity and a very vertical game. If the Bianconeri are solid and vertical, they can overcome Dortmund and start off their Champions League journey in a great way.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/sacchi-advises-juve-inter-atalanta-and-napoli/

Capello analyses Juventus 4-3 Inter: ‘A mixture of courage and recklessness’ Fabio Capello has plenty to say about Juventus’s 4-3 victory over Inter in the Derby d’Italia on Saturday evening, pointing at potential goalkeeping errors, a ‘tired’ Lautaro Martinez and a ‘mixture of courage and recklessness’ from 19-year-old match-winner Vasilije Adzic. ............ Capello was impressed by Juventus, their defensive solidity and their ability to create chances without dominating possession for the majority of the game. “Tudor managed the game very well, with a lot of tactical detail, and had chances to score without dominating the match. The old argument is back: Ball possession doesn’t count for much,” Capello wrote. ............ “We must also focus on Adzic. If someone has the courage to come on and shoot like that, we have to wait and see what potential he really has. It was a mixture of courage and recklessness. If he’d have shot and hit the corner flag, we’d all be saying ‘why did he shoot from 30 yards? Pass the ball!” ............ “Inter have partly found their team, but Chivu now finds himself starting basically from scratch after two defeats. Meanwhile, Juventus now understand that they can aim for the Scudetto. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/capello-analyses-juventus-4-3-inter/

What Vlahovic told Adzic after hitting Juventus 4-3 Inter winner: ‘Magico’ Vasilije Adzic told reporters that Dusan Vlahovic could not stop saying ‘magico’ after the 19-year-old hit the winner in the thrilling Derby d’Italia between Juventus and Inter on Saturday night, which resulted in a 4-3 victory for the Bianconeri. Adzic made headlines with his 91st minute thunderbolt, which settled the scores after an end-to-end affair at the Allianz Stadium. ............ “This is a dream to play for Juventus and score the winner in such an important game. I’m happy, I want to thank all my teammates and the staff, they trusted me,” Adzic told reporters during his post-match press conference after full-time on Saturday night. Adzic went on to reveal what his ‘big brother’ Vlahovic told him after full-time. “He told me ‘magico’ 50 times. He and Filip (Kostic) are two great friends. I want to thank them. We always talk, often in the same language and that’s important.” ............ “It’s important (to have confidence). We won the Derby d’Italia, but we have to think game by game. Juventus is the biggest club in Italy. “I want to show that I can play here this year. It’s important to keep my feet on the ground, to train well, I want to continue like this. This is a goal that has been achieved, I’ve worked hard for this moment.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/what-vlahovic-told-adzic-juventus-4-3-inter/

Vasilije Adzic insists Juventus will “fight for the Scudetto” Vasilije Adzic emerged as the decisive figure in Juventus’ thrilling 4-3 victory over Inter Milan in Serie A last night, a result that further solidified their strong start to the season. ............ Juventus began the encounter brightly, taking an early lead, yet the game swiftly unfolded into a dramatic contest filled with goals. Both sides exchanged momentum, creating a captivating spectacle for supporters. Ultimately, it was Adzic who determined the outcome, delivering the decisive contribution that secured victory for his team. The young Montenegrin expressed his delight following the result, making it clear that he and his teammates harbour ambitions of lifting the Scudetto this season. Speaking after the game, he said: “First of all, I want to say thank you. What can I say? It was a dream to play and score a goal like that, a dream. Now we have to keep working, day after day, and we’ll fight for the Scudetto, like the coach said. The 4-3? I’m very happy, it’s a dream. I want to thank my teammates and the staff for their trust. It’s important, and I’ve worked so hard for this moment, which I’ve been waiting for since I arrived.” ............ His remarks underline not only his gratitude but also his determination to continue working towards the team’s objectives. The belief in daily effort and the acknowledgement of his teammates and staff highlight the character he brings to the squad. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/vasilije-adzic-insists-juventus-will-fight-for-the-scudetto/

Marelli: VAR ‘correct’ to award Adzic goal despite Thuram-Bonny clash in build-up Refereeing expert Luca Marelli believes that the officials and VAR were ‘correct’ to ignore a coming together between Khephren Thuram and Ange-Yoan Bonny in the build-up to Vasilije Adzic’s 91st minute winner during Juventus’s 4-3 Derby d’Italia victory over rivals Inter on Saturday evening. ............ There were two moments of contact from Khephren Thuram on Ange-Yoan Bonny that needed checking: Firstly for a clash of legs, and secondly for a potential hand to the face from the Juventus player to his Nerazzurri opponent. Bonny fell to the floor after apparent contact from Thuram, sought a foul, but was unsuccessful in his appeals as the refereeing team deemed Adzic’s goal to be legal. Former official Marelli, currently serving as a refereeing expert for DAZN, believes that VAR made the correct decision to award Adzic’s goal. “VAR checked two possible moments of contact in the challenge between Khephren Thuram and (Ange-Yoan) Bonny,” Marelli told DAZN viewers after full-time. ............ “He touches the ball, then there’s a bit of contact with the feet, but it has no relevance. “As for the blow to the face that Bonny complained about, it has to be said that the touch was very, very light and in my opinion, it was correct to let it go and validate Adzic’s goal.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/marelli-var-correct-award-adzic-goal-vs-inter/

Juventus to quickly finalise a new deal for Kenan Yildiz Following his standout performance in the Derby d’Italia, Juventus are now prioritising the completion of a new contract for Kenan Yildiz. The Turkiye international has quickly established himself as one of the most influential figures in the squad and is increasingly regarded as the symbol of the club’s new era. ............ Since the arrival of Igor Tudor as manager, Yildiz has elevated his performances further, consistently producing displays that underline his quality and importance to the Bianconeri. His development underlines not only his technical skill but also his adaptability and mental strength, which have allowed him to thrive under pressure. Recognising his rapid progression, Juventus are determined to secure his long-term future. The club wishes to eliminate any uncertainty surrounding his position and ensure he remains central to their project. Yildiz’s impact on and off the pitch has made him a player Juventus cannot afford to lose, and rewarding him accordingly has become a top priority. ............ Discussions between Yildiz and Juventus are advancing positively, with both parties now closer than ever to reaching a final agreement. The new contract is expected to see the winger earn approximately 5 million euros net per season, reflecting his status as a cornerstone of the squad. The club’s proactive stance highlights its belief in Yildiz’s potential to shape the future of Juventus. While negotiations are still ongoing, the momentum suggests that a deal could be finalised soon. For supporters and management alike, securing his signature would not only represent an important step in maintaining stability but also send a strong message about the club’s ambitions. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-to-quickly-finalise-a-new-deal-for-kenan-yildiz/

Vaciago explains how Juventus gained the upper hand over Inter Milan Juventus overcame Inter Milan in a dramatic 4-3 Serie A clash last night, a result that few would have predicted given how evenly matched the sides were. Many observers might have considered a draw to be the fairest outcome, yet Juventus’ determination carried them through to victory. Throughout much of the encounter, Inter appeared the stronger team, excelling in several aspects of play and threatening to take full control when they held a 3-2 advantage. At that stage, it seemed Juventus were facing defeat. ............ Manager Igor Tudor made the bold decision to focus on attacking players rather than prioritising defensive solidity when the score was level at 3-3. This approach involved a considerable risk, as any lapse at the back could have proved costly. Yet the gamble ultimately paid off, with Juventus finding a late winner that secured their third consecutive league victory of the campaign. ............ Reflecting on the match, journalist Guido Vaciago offered insight into how Juventus triumphed over an Inter side he considered superior. He remarked: “Inter were stronger, but Juventus wanted the win more desperately and earned it by struggling, fighting, and believing in it every minute of the game, even when they were under Inter’s technical dominance. The emotional impact of such a victory multiplies the conviction and confidence of a young and reckless team.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-explains-how-juventus-gained-the-upper-hand-over-inter-milan/

Who is Vasilije Adzic? 19-year-old Juventus talent hits screamer in Derby debut Vasilije Adzic stole Sunday’s headlines after his 91st-minute screamer to settle the Derby d’Italia between Juventus and Inter at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday night. Here is everything you need to know about the new teenage Bianconeri sensation. Adzic was named among the substitutes at the start of the early-season Derby d’Italia between Juventus and Inter in Turin on Saturday evening. ............ Adzic was introduced in the 73rd minute, a few minutes shy of Marcus Thuram finding the net with Inter’s third goal of the game. His brother, Khephren, then levelled for Juventus to bring the scores level once again at 3-3. Then came the moment of magic from the teenager, who took a touch to control Khephren Thuram’s lay-off, and then found the back of the net from 30 yards out in the first minute of injury time to hand Juventus a stunning 4-3 victory over their bitter rivals. ............ Adzic has been on Juve’s books since the start of the 2024-25 season, having joined the club from Budućnost Podgorica in his native Montenegro. ............ Juventus had long been monitoring the teenage talent, with reports that they had considered making a move to bring him to Turin in the summer of 2023. In the end, they waited until 2024, snapping up the youngster for a reported fee of €2m plus around €3m in bonuses. In a peculiar coincidence, Adzic was born on the same day that the infamous Calciopoli scandal broke in Italy, on May 12, 2006. ............ Positionally, Adzic brings a lot of versatility to the Juventus side. He is perhaps most natural in an advanced midfield role, but is also capable of playing in more of a central role, and has also filled in at left-wing and at centre-forward on occasion. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/who-is-vasilije-adzic-19-year-old-juve-talent/

Vasilije Adzic é nato il 12 maggio 2006. Vi ricorda niente questa data? Proprio in quel giorno inizió Farsopoli! Dopo 19 anni e 124 giorni, proprio lui ha affondato i prescritti manovratori e ladri di scudetti. Un vero segno del destino e una punizione meritata dai malfattori neroazzurri.

Vasilije Adzic é nato il 12 maggio 2006. Vi ricorda niente questa data? Proprio in quel giorno inizió Farsopoli! Dopo 19 anni e 124 giorni, proprio lui ha affondato i prescritti manovratori e ladri di scudetti. Un vero segno del destino e una punizione meritata dai malfattori neroazzurri.

Khephren Thuram reveals his brother and father never expect him to score headers Juventus’ dramatic 4-3 victory over Inter Milan was made even more special by the Thuram brothers, who both found the scoresheet in what many have dubbed the “Thuram Derby.” Marcus struck for Inter, while Khephren levelled matters for Juventus with a rare headed goal, before the Bianconeri eventually sealed the win with a late strike. ............ Marcus Thuram gave Inter the lead and looked set to play the hero, only for his younger brother to have the final say. Khephren Thuram rose brilliantly to score Juventus’ third, bringing the game back to 3-3 at a crucial moment. What made the goal even more remarkable was that Khephren is not known for his aerial prowess. His header surprised not only the Inter defence but also his own family. Their father, former World Cup winner Lilian Thuram, was present in the stands to witness his sons shine against each other on one of Italy’s biggest stages. Though Juventus went on to win courtesy of a late strike, the headlines were inevitably shared by the two brothers. For a short while, the Derby d’Italia felt like the Thuram Derby, with both siblings showing their quality at the highest level. ............ Speaking after the match, the Juventus midfielder admitted the goal was extra special because of the constant teasing he receives from his family about his lack of headed finishes. He said: “I told him (Marcus) ‘well done,’ but we didn’t laugh. He looked at me with the eyes of a big brother and was happy for me. He and dad tease me because I don’t often score headers, but tonight I’m happy I did.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/khephren-thuram-reveals-his-brother-and-father-never-expect-him-to-score-headers/

Juventus 4 - Inter Milan 3: Initial reaction and random observations Ha. Ha, ha ha. And you probably thought Juventus and Inter Milan couldn’t replicate the craziness that came with the first Derby d’Italia that we saw last season. “There was no chance they do it again, right?” is something you may have thought to yourself in the lead-up. No another late comeback or anything that — it just didn’t seem like it was something that could come close to being a thing. ............ The big difference this time: The late Juventus comeback came with a win — and an incredibly unlikely source for the game-winning goal. Entering Saturday night, Vasilije Adžić didn’t have a single goal to his name at the senior level for Juventus. Hell, he barely played with the big club during his first year in Turin. But against Inter Milan, in the first minute of stoppage time, Adžić provided what was the biggest of thunderbolts off his right foot in a matchup full of top-quality goals. The 19-year-old Montenegrin didn’t hesitate once after getting the ball at his feet from fellow second-half sub Jonathan David. Think of Steph Curry pulling up from like 37 feet just short of the logo at midcourt, folks. This was deep — and yet Adžić let loose and delivered what was a shot that even the strongest of goalkeeping hands couldn’t keep out, giving Juventus a 4-3 win over their hated rivals and keeping their perfect start to the 2025-26 season intact. ............ Just when it looked like Juve might lose and do so in not-so-great fashion after Marcus Thuram’s header between two defenders put Inter in front with 15 minutes to go, there were plenty of twists and turns left. If you were a stark believer in “This game still has a goal or two left in it,” you looked like an absolute genius. Because there was even when it might not have looked all that great when Marcus Thuram put Inter ahead. ............ Beating Inter is always great. But beating Inter with a last-minute golazo that sends the Allianz into a frenzy and subsequently crushes the sole of the traveling fans? Oh, that’s so sweet. That’s just so sweet. Was it the perfect game? Of course not. Even Igor Tudor said it himself — it wasn’t a great game in terms of Juventus executing things they came into the night trying to do on the field. There were defensive mistakes, there was some sloppy play and some players certainly not having good nights on the field no matter how you try and spin it. (Looking at you, Teun. Please be better. I want you to be good so much!). Like the first Derby d’Italia last season, amongst all the craziness and thrilling moments, there are things that led to those instances in which the overall play wasn’t great. ............ RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS ............ One part I love about the Adžić goal: If you catch a replay from the right angle, you can see Joao Mario screaming for the ball. Adžić had absolutely no interest in doing any sort of passing. The guy had one thing on his mind — shoot. And he did just that. The replays of the celebrations are wonderful, too. Whenever you see Carlo Pinsoglio at least 15 yards out onto the field and sprinting toward the goal scorer with his arms as wide as you can be, you can probably guess Juventus just did something pretty cool. Igor Tudor during his pre-match press conference on Friday: We’re not going to change our system. Igor Tudor when things kick off against Inter on Saturday: We’re using a 3-5-1-1, not a 3-4-2-1. ............ Bremer had two assists against Inter. Seriously, he did! He’s now amongst the Serie A leaders in assists. Just like we all predicted before the season started. One more Bremer note: I sure did miss seeing him flying through the air trying to get his head on a cross off a corner kick. The first time he connects with one and it finds the back of the net, his celebration is going to be great because of how the past 10 months have gone for him. The recipient of the second Bremer assist was Yildiz and I feel like this is an appropriate time to say the kid is approaching the level where we start to seriously consider if he’s on the brink of stardom. They’re already bringing it up on broadcasts, there’s surely going to be plenty of articles after this one that mention it. He’s 20 years old and his importance to this team is just becoming greater and greater. He’s now having Serie A title contenders basically crafting their entire defensive plan around him as Inter did as Saturday night’s game went on. If that ain’t the sign of a budding star, I don’t know what is. On top of the brilliant goal, Yildiz also had an assist. He’s now the Serie A leader in assists. ............ Marcus Thuram didn’t celebrate a goal against the club his dad played for and his little brother currently represents. I say this because Khephren Thuram, scoring all of about six minutes after his older brother, celebrate like he was trying to offset Marcus’ offering. For a usually pretty chill dude, Khephren was maybe as hyped as I can remember him being after a goal. That made me smile. ............ Consider me surprised that Juan Cabal was amongst the three-man group of players Tudor brought off the bench as part of his first move in the second half. Thought we wouldn’t be seeing him until later in the month at the earliest. Yet there he was! Glad we have both of the torn ACL boys back now. The two goalkeepers combined to make one save. That’s crazy. ............ Tudor will get some stick for his subs — most notably the timing of them in the second half. But you can’t really argue with him going with somebody like Adžić when the end result is a game-winning goal like that. ............. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/post-game-threads/32162/juventus-inter-milan-derby-d-italia-2025-serie-a-matchday-3-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Michele Padovano nails it why Juventus beat Inter Milan Juventus continued their perfect start to the Serie A season with a dramatic 4-3 victory over Inter Milan in the Derby d’Italia this evening. The win made it three victories from three matches for the Bianconeri and lifted them to the top of the table, at least temporarily, ahead of Napoli’s fixture. ............ The clash lived up to its billing as both Juventus and Inter demonstrated attacking ambition from the outset. Memories of last season’s remarkable 4-4 draw in Milan loomed large, and once again the two teams traded blows in a game where mistakes and moments of brilliance defined the narrative. Each side created and converted opportunities, leaving the scoreline finely poised throughout. When the match reached level terms late on, it seemed another draw might be inevitable. Yet Juventus, buoyed by their strong start to the season, were not content to share the spoils. ............ Manager Igor Tudor signalled his intent by introducing more attacking options as the game reached its conclusion. His boldness paid dividends when Juventus found the late breakthrough that secured victory, sending the home supporters into celebration and leaving Inter with little time to respond. In the aftermath of the match, Michele Padovano offered his analysis in the studio of Sky Sports Italia: “It was a great match, there were some good plays but also some big mistakes. Inter could have won, Juventus could have won, but Juventus won because they believed that little bit more. But I have to say that after these two defeats, Inter are facing a problem because if the Champions League match against Ajax doesn’t go well, it would open up a dark corner.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/michele-padovano-nails-it-why-juventus-beat-inter-milan/

Tudor: ‘Juventus won, but not a great performance in crazy game with Inter’ Igor Tudor admits he is not sure if Juventus ‘deserved’ to beat Inter 4-3 in a ‘crazy’ game, but assures he was not surprised by Vasilije Adzic’s scorching winner. ............ “It was a crazy game, lots of goals, ups and downs, in the end we have a lot of happiness to beat a great team of high quality,” Tudor said. “We’re pleased, it was the third game, we’ve got another 35 to go.” ............ “For the last five or six months we’ve been working with Adzic, because we believe in his quality. We were trying to change some of the habits he had that we didn’t like, and he accepted that with the right attitude. We saw all week he was in good shape and had the idea of throwing him on. “He has a strike from distance that is honestly rare in football. He must take this goal as a sign to keep working even harder.” This result means Juventus maintain their 100 per cent record in Serie A this season after three rounds, the first time they started with three wins since 2018-19. ............ “In a match like this, there are no favourites and previous form is wiped out. Inter have enormous quality, they are world class. Our performance was not what we could’ve done, especially in terms of pressing, but the hunger of those who came on helped us earn this victory. I don’t know if it was deserved, or if a draw was fair, but this is football,” said the coach. ............ “The idea was a diamond midfield with Yildiz behind Vlahovic, but we didn’t do the pressing at the right time, we didn’t do it the way we should’ve done. We were getting too deep too quickly. He did find some spaces behind the striker, it’s an idea we can repeat in future, as Yildiz is so talented, he ought to be closer to the goal and less wide. We had played in a different style, but we must adapt now that we have three centre-forwards, so think about how to get the best out of these players. “We won today, even if it was not a great performance.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/tudor-juventus-won-but-not-a-great-performance/

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Juventus Player Ratings vs Inter: Adzic Steals Show in Breathless Derby d’Italia ............ Juventus (3-4-2-1) Michele Di Gregorio – 5/10 The Italian goalkeeper will be frustrated for conceding twice from outside of the box. While he was powerless to stop the volley, there’s an argument he could’ve done more for the first. Lloyd Kelly – 8/10 Despite being criticized for his recent performances, the English defender looked rock-solid today. In addition to scoring the opener, he fared well against the likes of Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram. Gleison Bremer – 9/10 The Brazilian has been the cornerstone of Juventus’ defense since returning from injury, but he was much more today. Indeed, he was the creative force of his team, setting up both first-half goals. Federico Gatti – 6/10 ............ Weston McKennie – 6/10 ............ Khephren Thuram – 7/10 It was a quiet evening for the French midfielder. Sometimes erratic in his decision-making, he rarely influenced the game, but he stepped up when Juventus needed him the most, scoring a crucial header to level the score. Manuel Locatelli – 6/10 ............ Pierre Kalulu – 6/10 ............ Teun Koopmeiners – 5/10 The Dutch midfielder played in an advanced position today and couldn’t make an impact. A first-half booking was his most noticeable contribution to the game. Kenan Yildiz – 9/10 After a relatively underwhelming start to the match, the Turkish prodigy grew into the contest, scoring a crucial goal toward the end of the first half to restore Juve’s lead. Dusan Vlahovic – 3/10 Handed a rare chance to start after scoring in the first two Serie A outings, the Serbian superstar had an evening to forget. ............ Substitutions Lois Openda – 5/10 Vasilije Adzic – 9/10 Juan Cabal – 6/10 Jonathan David – 5/10 Joao Mario – 6/10 . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-inter-adzic-steals-show-in-breathless-derby-ditalia/