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MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) UEFA Champions League Quarterfinal Preview: Juventus vs. Monaco, Leg 2 Apr 21, 2015 Juventus finds itself in a European situation they were in not too long ago. Everybody remembers the trip to Germany and Borussia Dortmund in the last round of the Champions League. Juve claimed the opening-leg win at home, led by a one-goal margin on aggregate and heading to the opposition's home arena. There are differences, of course, because this scoreline reads 1-0 in favor of Juventus rather than the 2-1 situation heading to Dortmund just about a month ago. But the fact still remains: Juventus controls its own destiny against Monaco just like it did against Dortmund. A win or a draw at the Stade Louis II and they're through to the Champions League semifinals for the first time in over a decade. JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen .@gianluigibuffon: "It's a very important game for the club as a whole and the chance to show we're back among Europe's finest." Advancing to the final four of the Champions League would be the latest feather in the cap of first-year manager Max Allegri. He's got the club on its way to its fourth straight Serie A title by a considerable margin, he's got Juventus in the Coppa Italia final against Fiorentina, and now just 90 minutes away from the semifinals of the Champions League. Allegri has his club playing some of its best and most efficient football of the season right now. I don't think there's anything really there to disagree with that. This is a team that has dealt with injuries to key pieces, yet still found a way to get things done and compete on three fronts when some thought it wasn't a possibility. But with the league essentially clinched, the Champions League is the focus — and rightfully so. Juventus don't need to win Wednesday night, but it sure would be nice. And if the team's performance is anything like the second leg against Dortmund, then Juve will be on their way to a round in Europe's premier club competition that they haven't seen in a good number of years. "Juventus, Champions League semifinalist" does have a pretty nice ring to it. Although "Champions League finalist" and "Champions League winner" are also perfectly fine alternatives as well. JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen .@OfficialAllegri: "It's an important evening for our season in general. We're proud to be here, the lads are having a great campaign." GOOD NEWS The aggregate scoreline says Juventus is ahead 1-0. I'm okay with that. BAD NEWS The aggregate scoreline is 1-0, which means the room for error isn't exactly all too great. WHAT TO WATCH FOR 1. Does Max Allegri go 3-5-2 or 4-3-1-2? To be honest, it doesn't really matter to me what tactical setup Allegri goes with against Monaco simply because of how well Juve has played utilizing either formation in recent weeks. We saw the in-game switch from four-man defense to three-man defense against Borussia Dortmund last month and how well the team played after that. Common reasoning in my head tells me Allegri will go with a 3-5-2 simply because of who is available in the midfield and the fact that Andrea Barzagli is healthy. If it hinges on Barzagli, I don't think I will ever object to him playing in a big game because he's been so good since returning from his lengthy injury absence. So if this decision does hinge on Barzagli playing, then let's fill up the pro-Barzagli bandwagon real quick. JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen .@OfficialAllegri: "I still haven't decided on my starting XI. It will be a long evening and substitutions will be important." 2. The health status of Arturo Vidal. This wouldn't have even been a discussion point if Monday's news of Vidal battling tonsillitis didn't actually take place. But because Vidal is trying to shrug off tonsillitis, we are sitting here wondering what kind of shape Vidal will be in come Wednesday night. Juventus said he would be evaluated Tuesday morning, and based on what Allegri said about him at the pre-match press conference, Vidal is going to play against Monaco. How much this case of tonsillitis will affect Vidal still remains to be seen. It's clear that Vidal is getting back in form after struggling mightily to begin the season. Maybe this tonsillitis development is just a blip on the radar and King Arturo is good to go come kickoff. In that case, all of of our collective worrying will have been for nothing even though it could have been something. JuventusFC ✔ @juventusfcen .@OfficialAllegri: "@kingarturo23's better, trained with the team today and is available for #MonacoJuve." 3. The effectiveness of Andrea Pirlo. Call it convenient or something else entirely, but Pirlo's return to the starting lineup last week against Monaco was a rather unique time to have him come back. And he looked like a player who was understandably rusty after close to two months on the sidelines rehabbing. Well, now Pirlo has had another game to shake off the rust in the form of Juventus' 2-0 win over Lazio this past weekend. Pirlo will be playing from the start against Monaco and will the man pulling the strings in the midfield because of course he will be. The big question is this: Will Pirlo look better than he did in the first leg? I'm not talking about his beard, either. I'm just hoping there's fewer turnovers and bad, misplaced passes like there were last Tuesday night. If that happens, then Pirlo starting is worth it. 4. How Juventus handles Monaco's counterattack. This is maybe the single-most important thing we saw in the first leg from Monaco. For a good portion of the game, their counterattack was fast and effective, storming forward to put the Juve backline under serious duress. If not for some last-ditch defending and some Gianluigi Buffon heroics, then the aggregate scoreline definitely wouldn't be 1-0 heading into the second leg. Monaco's wingers are quick, Juventus' defenders aren't. It doesn't matter if it's 4-3-1-2 or 3-5-2 or something else entirely, if Juventus is able to relatively handle the Monaco counterattack, then the chances of Allegri screaming on the sidelines during the Champions League semifinals go up that much more. Juventus have racked up clean sheet after clean sheet lately, and Wednesday night would be the perfect time for yet another shutout. (And I'm not just saying that since I'm a former goalkeeper, people.) My starting XI (3-5-2): Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Marchisio, Evra; Tévez, Morata OFFICIAL KICKOFF TIME: 8:45 P.M. IN ITALY; 2:45 P.M. ON THE EAST COAST; 11:45 A.M. ON THE WEST COAST

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) MONACO V JUVENTUS CHAMPIONS LEAGUE PREVIEW Apr 21, 2015 Juventus Arturo Vidal is in the 23-man Juventus squad that travels to Monaco for the Champions League quarter-final. The Bianconeri hold a slender 1-0 advantage heading into the match and Juve coach Max Allegri knows the tie is far from over. “I don’t know what tactics Leonardo Jardim will adopt tomorrow. The tie is open and we only have a small advantage,” insisted the Coach in his Press conference. “In order to qualify tomorrow we need to score at least one goal and play the right performance with both our heads and our feet.” Given what’s at stake, it’s entirely likely Allegri will field a 3-5-2 in the hopes of replicating Juve’s dominant performance against Dortmund in the last-16. Gigi Buffon is fit and will start in goal, with Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini in the back-three. Arturo Vidal was suffering from tonsillitis and was initially a doubt but Allegri confirmed he would be included in the squad and could well start alongside Andrea Pirlo and Claudio Marchisio. Stephan Lichtsteiner and Patrice Evra will play on either flank with Carlos Tevez and Alvaro Morata up front. Probable lineup 3-5-2: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Marchisio, Evra; Tevez, Morata Injured Players Asamoah and Romulo (Recovering from surgery), Caceres (ankle), Pogba (hamstring), Suspended Players None Form (W-W-L-W-W) AS Monaco Probable lineup 4-2-3-1: Subasic; Toure, Abdennour, Wallace, Kurzawa; Fabinho, Kondogbia; Silva, Moutinho, Ferreira-Carrasco; Berbatov Injured Players Lacina Traoré, Geoffrey Kondogbia, Jérémy Toulalan and Tiemoué Bakayoko Suspended Players None Form (D-D-W-L-D) Formation

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Juventus know what to expect from Monaco - Allegri Juventus boss says his side must aim to score an away goal and warns they cannot afford to become complacent. Apr 21, 2015 Juventus head coach Massimiliano Allegri says his side know what to expect when they take on Monaco on Wednesday. The Italian champions take a 1-0 lead to Stade Louis II for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final knowing that just a draw will take them into the last four. While Allegri admits he is fully prepared to face a strong defensive unit against the Ligue 1 side, he maintains his own players cannot afford to become complacent and must look to score themselves. "I don't know for certain what Monaco's tactics will be, but we will try to score as we know what they are about," Allegri told a press conference. "Monaco are a team that defend well and are physically very strong, so it will be a difficult game, just like the first leg. "It could come down to the finer details. We are in the quarter-finals, we have a chance of going through, and whether we do or not depends on ourselves. We are not that far into the competition yet; we can go even further. But let's not get too far ahead of ourselves." Juventus are without the injured Paul Pogba but can call upon Simone Pepe and Arturo Vidal, with Allegri admitting he will have to be smart with his substitutions in order to keep his side's Champions League campaign alive. "I think we are in for a long night and I will have to make the right substitutions," he said. "Pepe is in the squad and he has been doing well but I don't think he is ready to start. My team has great quality, good character. We have the ability to progress and we will need to be brave and focused." Goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon believes the game is a chance for Juve to prove they can be considered one of the continent's best sides again as he aims to lift the Champions League trophy for the first time. "It is a very important game for the club as a whole and the chance to show we are back among Europe's finest," he said. "Monaco have what it takes to try and overturn the result. They are a strong team but we are also aware of our qualities. "The Champions League is a trophy I've never lifted and one I'd like to as soon as possible. A team's success comes around through the squad, club and backroom staff. The coach has done really well to come in and immediately get on the same wavelength as us."

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Toulalan awaits fitness test Apr 21, 2015 Jeremy Toulalan is back in the Monaco squad to face Juventus, but it remains to be seen if he’ll start. The second leg of the Champions League quarter-final kicks off on Wednesday at 20.45 CET. Captain Toulalan missed the first leg, a 1-0 Juve victory in Turin, and will have a late fitness test tomorrow. Geoffrey Kondogbia and Nabil Dirar both have ankle problems, but are expected to start anyway. Lacina Traore is unavailable due to a bruised tibia. Monaco squad for Juventus: Stekelenburg, Subasic; Abdennour, Carvalho, Echiejile, Fabinho, Kurzawa, Raggi, Wallace; Carrasco, Dirar, Kondogbia, Moutinho, Silva, Toulalan; Berbatov, Germain, Martial, Matheus

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Monaco must be smart against Juve - Jardim The coach believes his side are well prepared for every possible tactical set-up from the Serie A leaders and is confident they can progress. Apr 21, 2015 Monaco coach Leonardo Jardim says his side must "be smart" when they take on Juventus in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final. The Italian side beat Monaco 1-0 in Turin in the first leg thanks to a goal from Arturo Vidal. Jardim, though, believes his side can recover, insisting they are prepared to deal with whatever Massimiliano Allegri's men throw at them on Wednesday. "We must be smart and know how to manage our game," he told reporters. "In the Champions League, we play a different style to what we play in Ligue 1. "It's down to the players to make a difference on the pitch. We are ready to deal with any possible tactical set-up of Juventus." Jardim also revealed experienced midfielder Jeremy Toulalan could yet play a part at Stade Louis II. "We'll see tomorrow if Jeremy Toulalan can play. If he is not fit, Fabinho will play in the middle." Defender Aymen Abdennour, meanwhile, is expecting a tough but enjoyable game. "It will be a beautiful game, a challenge against one of the best teams in the world," he said. "We're a young team but we have great ambition. We want to make it a great game."

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Buffon: 'I want Champions League' Apr 21, 2015 Gigi Buffon hopes to win the Champions League “sooner rather than later” as Juventus visit Monaco for the quarter-final. The Bianconeri won the first leg 1-0 and visit the Stade Louis II tomorrow night for a place in the semi-final. “I know full well this is a very important game for me, my teammates and the whole club,” said the goalkeeper in a Press conference. “I think this proves that, if we get past this round, Juve are growing and would place an important marker on a European level to prove – in case anyone had any remaining doubts – that we are back. “It would therefore help put pressure on opponents and build our own pride. “Of course I hope to try and win this trophy along with our fans, because it’s missing from my trophy cabinet and has been missing from Juve’s for too long. “When will we win? I have no idea, but seeing as I’m nearing my use-by date, I’d be happy if it were sooner rather than later!” joked the 37-year-old. “I’ve been around this tournament for 20 years. At some times I really hoped to win, at others the pressure of hoping had become too much. “This year we started out aware we could do great things, above all in the Champions League, and in my view the mistakes of last season were still with us. We didn’t want to get the approach wrong again,” he said referring to their group stage exit to Galatasaray. “Clearly to win a trophy you need a bit of good luck, but they do say fortune favours the brave. It’s early to start flying towards the sun, but we are certainly in a good position. Unfortunately, that’s not enough.” Monaco have tended to do better away from home than on their own turf in the Champions League this season, so do Juve have a double advantage? “Seeing as they concede very few goals and score few, I don’t think we’re going to need too many goals tomorrow to secure qualification. “They have everything needed to get a result, but we are not here to be sacrificial lambs or to see how good Monaco are. We know all this and have self-belief. “We want to play football and put our qualities to the fore.” Monaco were furious after the first leg was decided by an Arturo Vidal penalty, as the foul appeared to be outside the box. Considering the constant controversy in Italy over refereeing decisions, is it the ‘alibi of losers’ in Europe too? “We didn’t get that impression,” shrugged Buffon. “The way of rationalising what happens on the pitch is very different in Europe to in Italy and so is the way of expressing it. “It can happen that a person expresses their opinion. It can be constructive if behind it there aren’t other issues that cast shadows or discredit football. “Of course you can say you were unlucky with a decision that was very difficult, because I challenge anyone to say that in real time they were certain the foul was four centimetres outside the area rather than inside.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Allegri: 'Details decisive in Monaco' Apr 21, 2015 Max Allegri told Juventus “details will make the difference” in their Champions League showdown with Monaco. The Bianconeri won the first leg of this quarter-final 1-0 and visit the Stade Louis II tomorrow evening. “I don’t know what tactics Leonardo Jardim will adopt tomorrow. The tie is open and we only have a small advantage,” insisted the Coach in his Press conference. “In order to qualify tomorrow we need to score at least one goal and play the right performance with both our heads and our feet. “Monaco are a tough team to play against and we know them a little better after the first leg. It’s going to be a difficult and very long game. This team defends well, has good technique and very physical strikers. “The details will make the difference and we must never let our minds wander from the issue at hand.” There have been reports Allegri will scrap the 4-3-1-2 system and go back to 3-5-2 for this match. “I haven’t decided the line-up yet. The players we have on the bench are going to be fundamental too.” Allegri had reached the quarter-final with Milan before, but never gone beyond that stage, so is the pressure weighing on him? “It would be an important result to reach the semi-final and another step forward that this Juventus team can and must make. “We should be very proud to be taking part in this game. These lads are doing something very important and we should enjoy the moment rather than think about what could happen in future. “When I arrived the primary objective was to still be competitive in March on all fronts. It’s April, in Serie A we are in a strong position, we reached the Coppa Italia Final after overturning a home defeat to Fiorentina and now we hope for another wonderful evening to reach the Champions League semi-final. “This squad has a great deal of potential. It can still improve and tomorrow we must be not just stronger, but better. “I firmly believe tomorrow night we will put in a great performance and reach the Champions League semi-final.” Arturo Vidal had skipped training this week due to tonsillitis, but is included in the squad. “He trained today and is at our disposal. He had a temperature on Monday, but was already feeling better yesterday.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Abdennour: 'Monaco can stop Juve' Apr 21, 2015 Monaco’s Aymen Abdennour assures he “knows what to do to stop” Juventus stars Carlos Tevez and Alvaro Morata. The first leg of the Champions League quarter-final ended 1-0 in Turin and the decider is at the Stade Louis II tomorrow evening. “I and my teammates know what we have to do to stop Tevez and Morata,” declared the defender in a Press conference. “We need to play a patient and intelligent game without the anxiety or haste of trying to score straight away. The important thing is not to concede. “It’s a special game and we want to win it against a very organised side, one of the best in the world. We want to achieve something great. “We are a young team, but an ambitious one, and we have the qualities to go through to the semi-finals. We have to run harder than ever and give our best. “The stadium will be full and the fans will give us even more strength.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Jardim: 'Mature Monaco to beat Juve' Apr 21, 2015 Monaco Coach Leonardo Jardim told Juventus they have “the capability and intelligence” to win the quarter-final. The first leg of this Champions League tie ended 1-0 in Turin with an Arturo Vidal penalty, so the decider is tomorrow evening at the Stade Louis II. “It will be difficult, as is normal for a game at this level,” said Jardim in a Press conference. “The Champions League is totally different to Ligue 1. “We have the capability and intelligence to play a great game, just as we did against Zenit. “We mustn’t lose our heads, as Juventus are extremely experienced and if we are not mature about it, then we could run into a lot of problems. “It’s down to certain players to make the difference tomorrow on the field. Motivation is also fundamental and the full stadium will push us on to give more.” Asked about Carlos Tevez, Alvaro Morata and the possible change to 3-5-2, Jardim was confident. “Juve have great players all over the team, not just in attack. There is no single area where they are weaker. “We have prepared how to face any tactical situation Juventus throw at us.” Jeremy Toulalan remains in doubt after missing the first leg. "We'll evaluate tomorrow whether he can start the match. If not, then Fabinho is ready to step in."

Buffon picks dream team Apr 21, 2015 Juventus goalkeeper Gigi Buffon picked his Top 11, including Andrea Pirlo, Roberto Baggio and Fabio Cannavaro. The Italy captain was asked to choose an ideal XI of figures he has either played with or against in his career. “Thomas N’Kono was who I grew up admiring, but from my generation, Iker Casillas is one of the few goalkeeping greats. There has always been a mutual respect between us. “Every kid who says they want to be a defender should be made to sit there and watch old videos of Maldini. “I picked Cannavaro despite beating me to European Player of the Year in 2006! I’m kidding, he deserved it that year. He was the best defender in the world. “I joined Juventus the same summer as Lilian Thuram. He had such power and aggression in his play, but was also so elegant. “Pirlo is one of the real football geniuses. It’s entertaining to watch teams plan to stop him and in a second he just destroys their plan with brilliance.” Among these superstars, it was perhaps odd to see Gennaro Gattuso picked in midfield. “He’s a good friend, but also a beast to have in any team. He was the best in his position. “Pavel Nedved was so loyal to Juventus after relegation and at that point in his career he could have played for any club in Europe.” There was a surprising omission, as having Leo Messi, Ronaldo and Baggio together meant no room for Alessandro Del Piero. “When Messi is at 100 per cent form, you can forget about trying to stop him. It’s just a wonder to watch him. “I was 17 and made my debut against Roberto Baggio, which was frightening. He is the best Italian player of the last 30 years. “Ronaldo is the best I ever played against. If it wasn’t for injury, I think he’d be talked about on the same level as Pele and Diego Maradona.” Buffon’s Ideal XI: Casillas; Thuram, Cannavaro, Maldini, Roberto Carlos; Gattuso, Pirlo, Nedved; Baggio, Ronaldo, Messi

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Allegri expecting tough Monaco clash Apr 21, 2015 Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri has warned his players to expect a tough second leg against Monaco in the Champions League quarter-finals. The Italian champions travel to the Stade Louis II on Wednesday having earned a narrow 1-0 win in Turin last week. Despite admitting that he is confident of seeing his side progress, Allegri concedes that it will probably be a difficult encounter. "The clean sheet at home gives us a slight advantage, even though it won't be straightforward," he told the club's official website. "We now know our opposition: they're very well organised in defence and possess technique and physicality in forward areas. "I'm optimistic, even though we know we'll have to put in a good performance and score to reach the next round. They're a complicated side to play against. Monaco don't give you an inch out there." Juventus are currently romping away with the Serie A title thanks to a 15-point lead at the top of the table.

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Vidal set for Monaco start Apr 21, 2015 Arturo Vidal is in the Juventus squad travelling to Monaco for the Champions League quarter-final and could well start. The first leg ended 1-0 in Turin and the decider kicks off tomorrow evening at 19.45 UK time (18.45 GMT). Vidal had been in doubt after skipping training due to a bout of tonsillitis, but did take part in today’s session. It’s reported Coach Max Allegri will change his system, having used a 4-3-1-2 for the first leg, adopting a 3-5-2 in Montecarlo. The idea is to have the back three of Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci and Giorgio Chiellini. Stephan Lichtsteiner and Patrice Evra would surround Vidal, Andrea Pirlo and Claudio Marchisio. In attack Alvaro Morata gets the nod alongside Carlos Tevez. Juventus squad for Monaco: Buffon, Chiellini, Ogbonna, Pepe, Marchisio, Morata, Tevez, Coman, Llorente, Barzagli, De Ceglie, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Vidal, Lichtsteiner, Sturaro, Storari, Matri, Evra, Rubinho, Pereyra, Marrone

Marchisio Out Of Derby Against Torino Apr 21, 2015 Juventus’ derby preparations have been tempered with the news that Claudio Marchisio will miss the game against Torino through suspension. The 29-year-old has been an influential figure in the Derby della Mole in recent seasons and the Bianconeri youth product has three goals across the cross-city rivals. However, a yellow card picked up against Lazio in his side’s 2-0 win at home in the league on Saturday night means that he is ruled out of the fixture.

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Pereyra Crucial to Juventus' Champions League Progress Apr 21, 2015 When Paul Pogba limped off midway through the first half of Juventus' 3-0 Champions League second-leg win over Borussia Dortmund and was ruled out for much of the rest of the season, a cruel blow was dealt to the Italian champions' continental hopes and dreams. Pogba has established himself as one of the best young midfielders in the world, and his match-winning performances this season have led to rumours linking him with transfers to some of Europe's richest clubs. Yet while his injury and subsequent absence was a blow, the wound was nowhere near terminal. Roberto Pereyra has had a lot to do with that. The Argentine joined the club on loan from Udinese at the start of this season and has gradually won over any doubters with his displays in a multitude of positions. Indeed, in the aforementioned game against Dortmund, following Pogba's substitution, Pereyra's drives caused the Germans serious problems. Before the hour mark, he took the ball from deep inside his own half, shrugged off the attention of his markers and burst through midfield to supply Alvaro Morata with an opportunity which was saved. Later, he did something similar but instead teed up Carlos Tevez, who tucked away the third goal. Such moments are microcosms of Pereyra's overall game. His haircut is similar to that of his team-mate, Arturo Vidal, but their style is what makes them even harder to distinguish. Like Vidal, Pereyra is an energetic all-rounder who enjoys haranguing the opposition and loves playing in Massimiliano Allegri's diamond midfield. Allegri has utilised the diamond in tandem with the 3-5-2 that his predecessor Antonio Conte honed to such perfection in the past. Juve use both well, but in different circumstances. The former is used for a more high-tempo brand of play, while the latter is used as a sort of defensive comfort blanket. Pereyra can operate well in either but particularly seems to enjoy the diamond. As Bleacher Report's Sam Tighe explained: "The outside central midfielders have to be pure athletes; the amount of running...and fanning wide they have to do off the ball to protect their full-backs is remarkable." Pereyra is a hard worker and a dynamic, athletic player. Essentially, he is perfect for the diamond midfield, where he, Vidal and Claudio Marchisio act as links bringing together defence and attack. If Juventus expect to go deep in the Champions League, they may have to accept having less possession against certain opponents. Thus, transition football could well come to the fore, and Pereyra will be willing and able to oblige in this regard. Arguably, he is even better suited to it than Pogba. According to WhoScored.com, Pereyra is a more direct player than Pogba. While not capable of such majestic moments of skill, he has an average of 1.4 dispossessions per game, 1.2 less than Pogba. He also has just 1.3 bad touches per game, 0.6 less than the Frenchman. Additionally, Pereyra's passing is slightly more accurate, with an average pass success of 86.7 percent compared to Pogba's 83.8 percent. Pereyra is an extremely effective player, and when it comes to pressing and counterattacking the best in Europe, he will be an important cog in the Juventus machine. His versatility only adds to his value. Pereyra has switched between positions throughout the season but has rarely appeared flustered by the changes. As a right wing-back, a central-midfield runner or an attacking-midfield nuisance, he has often done his job with aplomb. While Juventus are without one of the finest individual talents in world football in Pogba, they enter Wednesday's crucial away clash with Monaco with a dependable, efficient and flexible team player in his place. Pereyra might not produce the same flashes of inspiration, but at a time when Juve could find their backs against the wall, he can provide exactly what they need.

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Juventus stand to gain more than a semifinal with a win at Monaco Apr 21, 2015 No longer a dream but an obligation, Italy and beyond expect Juventus to defeat Monaco on Wednesday night. Not only are they the champions of Italy and about to be crowned the same again for the fourth year running, but Juve's experience is greater, their players are better and the style of play is more beautiful. Progression in the competition will help the club improve on a sporting level, but the financial rewards can hardly be ignored either. The Bianconeri have already made €77.5m from their participation in Europe's elite competition. Further wins would bring in more revenue for a club that desperately wants to compete at the highest level and keep hold of their best players. If Juventus president Andrea Agnelli's dreams really do come true and Juventus manage to reach the final of the competition, they would stand to make approximately €100m. Let's put that in perspective: Lazio, who currently occupy second place in Serie A make €84m in revenue a year. Their total annual revenue is far below what the Old Lady would make from simply participating in the Champions League, making it impossible for any other Italian sides to provide proper competition. Now here's where it gets interesting for the competition. Roma have been forced to live in a paradoxical state of mind. While they cheered for the Bianconeri against Lazio, hoping the Turin giants win the Scudetto and not let the Biancocelesti anywhere near it, they should also be cheering on for Monaco and whomever Juventus face next if they progress in the competition. When Juventus beat Borussia Dortmund, the capital club saw their share of the market pool from participation in the Champions League dwindle. With every new height Juve reach, Roma get less and less money. Currently Roma stand to make €15m from the market pool, but if the Bianconeri reach the semifinals, the amount goes down to €13.3 and it will become €12.6 if the Turin club reach the final. With every win in Europe, Juventus condemn their competitors that little bit more and soon the taste of domestic bliss will no longer be as sweet. With more money, the Old Lady can construct better squads and invest in more projects to reclaim her rightful position amongst the top in Europe. According to the figures published by the Deloitte Football Money League in January 2015, Juventus earned €279.4m in revenue from 2013-14 -- not to be confused with the turnover figure. Should they make it to the semifinals, they will surpass the €300m mark -- a huge achievement for a side that under 10 years ago were battling it out in Serie B after suffering the humiliation of demotion. However, it could all end now and the club must not get ahead of themselves. Monaco are a tough competitor and have shown themselves to be master defenders and great interpreters of manager Leonardo Jardim's tactics. Sadly for them, they could only muster a draw over the weekend against Rennes, who scored a late equalizer. However, what was interesting was the opponent's approach. As Rennes grew in intensity, Monaco quivered, dropping back deeper and deeper until they were overwhelmed. "The fortress surrendered," as one headline put it and Allegri will hope his men can play with the same intensity, if not more, to manage a result away from home. When attacked, Jardim's men prioritise defence and turn off their attacking ambitions. Simply put: As long as they're made to defend for the entire game, they will struggle to hurt the Old Lady. Having enjoyed their 'underdog' status despite the beauty of the squad, Juventus stuttered at home against the Principality side in the first leg as they attempted to overcome the pressure of being favourites, perhaps for the first time in this competition. It's one thing to win and another to live up to the expectations of so many. After all, according to Transfermarkt, Juventus' squad is worth nearly three times that of Monaco's. Certain players admitted to feeling anxious during last week's first leg, while others accept this is part of a steep learning curve that they continue to walk down. Allegri is not yet certain whether to play the 3-5-2 formation in which the coach can make the most of Andrea Barzagli's excellence, or go for a 4-3-1-2 to give the side more of an attacking impetus. Assessments and evaluations will be made in training when the tactician can better understand if Arturo Vidal is available. The very definition of intensity, the Chilean has reportedly been diagnosed with acute tonsillitis, but management are hopeful he can start Wednesday evening's game to provide the usual grit and determination. Without him, Juventus lose a little steel but the club is optimistic. This is their chance for glory. Can they cope with the pressure?

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Vidal trains with Juventus Apr 21, 2015 Arturo Vidal appears to be fit for Juventus’ crucial clash with Monaco, after training with his teammates this afternoon. The Chilean midfielder was a doubt for the Champions League quarter-final second leg, after being struck down with tonsillitis. However, Vidal has trained with this teammates at Vinovo this morning, and will fly to Nice with the rest of the squad before making a coach trip to the principality. The Bianconeri hold a 1-0 lead from the first leg, and know that they need only a draw to advance to their first Champions League semi-final since 2003.

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) AS Monaco v Juventus: Preview Apr 21, 2015 Coach Leonardo Jardim believes Monaco's march to the Champions League quarter-finals is proof that clubs do not have to splash the cash in order to achieve European success. Four years have passed since Dmitry Rybolovlev's takeover prompted a slew of big-name arrivals at the Stade Louis II, with the likes of Radamel Falcao, James Rodriguez and Joao Moutinho signed for hefty transfer fees. But the Russian billionaire has tightened the purse strings in recent seasons and, with most of Monaco's expensive signings subsequently moving on, Jardim has been forced to nurture young talent after finding his options in the transfer market somewhat restricted. Monaco's new-found financial prudence is beginning to yield results, however, with Les Rouges et Blancs third in Ligue 1 and still in with a chance of qualifying for the semi-finals of European football's premier club competition for the first time in 11 years. The principality club host Juventus at the Stade Louis II on Wednesday looking to overturn a 1-0 deficit from the quarter-final first leg and Jardim, who replaced Claudio Ranieri last June, is proud of what he has achieved in his 10 months at the helm. ``We went from the worst qualified team in the fourth pot, to winning the group, to knocking out a European giant in Arsenal (in the last 16),'' he told BeIN Sports' The Ligue 1 Show. ``Right now, you could say that Monaco's coach is very proud of his players. We've shown that we don't need to make big investments to go far in this competition. ``The club changed its strategy and the project (in the summer). They have stayed ambitious but the onus was placed more on the development of young players.'' Jardim's young guns will have to be on top form if they are to advance to the semi-finals past a Juventus side 15 points clear at the top of the Serie A standings and well poised after Arturo Vidal's spot-kick winner in Turin last Tuesday. Juve are bidding to reach their first Champions League semi-final for 12 years and boss Massimiliano Allegri is taking nothing for granted ahead of Wednesday's encounter. ``The clean sheet at home gives us a slight advantage, even though it won't be straightforward,'' he told his club's official website. ``We now know our opposition: they're very well organised in defence and possess technique and physicality in forward areas. ``I'm optimistic, even though we know we'll have to put in a good performance and score to reach the next round. They're a complicated side to play against. Monaco don't give you an inch out there.'' Monaco will be without striker Lacina Traore and midfielder Tiemoue Bakayoko, who are both nursing leg injuries. Juventus are without midfielder Paul Pogba (hamstring) and defender Martin Caceres (ankle).

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Morata: Juventus don't need superstars to win Champions League The Spanish forward feels the Bianconeri's spirit makes up for their lack of superstars and he is confident they can go far in Europe. Apr 21, 2015 Alvaro Morata believes Juventus can go all the way in the Champions League even without the presence of superstars like Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. The Turin giants have one foot in the semi-finals after last week's 1-0 win over Monaco in Turin and will hope to wrap up the last-eight clash at the Stade Louis II on Wednesday. Morata won European club football's elite competition with Madrid last year alongside Ronaldo and Gareth Bale, but he feels the lack of superstars at Juventus is not necessarily a bad thing. "Look at the past editions of the tournament, even last season's one. Some teams went far in the competition and they weren't made of just superstars. Sometimes dedication and a strong spirit can be enough," Morata told Tuttosport. "Juventus have an extraordinary team spirit. When I arrived here, I was amazed in discovering how great players like Gianluigi Buffon and Andrea Pirlo made a big effort to make me feel welcome. "With this kind of spirit, we can definitely go far - even to Berlin for the final. Why not? "It will be difficult and we all are aware of this, but not impossible. We must keep the faith." Juventus last won the Champions League in 1995-96, when they beat Ajax after penalties.

Agent Claims Juventus Will Allow Pogba Exit Apr 21, 2015 Juventus will let Paul Pogba depart the Serie A leaders if the right offer comes in, according to the player’s agent. The 22-year-old’s excellent form for the Bianconeri has developed into a long transfer saga that seems increasingly likely to be settled in the Summer, with Paris Saint-Germain and Manchester United among those keen on the Frenchman. Talking to La Stampa, Pogba’s agent Mino Raiola declared: “He has signed a five-year contract with Juventus but we are all gentlemen; if the right offer comes for Pogba and Juve, he can take it.” “In the last year I have received over a thousand calls about Paul, about 20 a day, but so far none are worth taking up.” Raiola has had his say on the airwaves several times in the last year, often moving information around in a way to alert clubs to Pogba’s situation and, in hinting that a deal can be done, opening the door for a massive offer from one of Europe’s elite clubs. “It is too early to say when Pogba will leave, but Juventus must rebuild when they are strong, not out of necessity – next year it would take four or five signings.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Ancelotti: ‘Juventus important for calcio’ Apr 21, 2015 Carlo Ancelotti says Juventus getting to the Champions League semi-finals would be ‘important’ for Italian football, and discusses Alvaro Morata. The Bianconeri face Monaco tomorrow night knowing that if they avoid defeat they can advance to the last four in the competition for the first time since 2003. “Juventus, as well as Napoli and Fiorentina in the Europa League are doing well,” Ancelotti told Corriere dello Sport. “They can get to the semi-finals, and if they were to do so it would be a positive thing, it could encourage a revival in the League, where - particularly in terms of top spot - there’s been little competition. “In particular, Juventus have the ability to get to the semi-finals of the Champions League, which would be big for an Italian team, and would be important for everyone in Serie A. “Juventus’ biggest strength is definitely the consistency that they’ve managed to maintain, despite changing Coach. “Juventus got a good result in the first leg, but only holding a one-goal lead after the first leg is always difficult.” Striker Alvaro Morata joined the Italian champions from Carlo Ancelotti’s Real Madrid this summer, and Los Merengues have a buyback clause on the forward. However, the former Milan Coach seemed to indicate that Morata would stay in Turin. “He’s young, he has quality and enthusiasm, and he can have an important future with Juventus.” Ancelotti also assesed the other Champions League ties, and believes Bayern Munich are on the brink after their 3-1 first leg defeat to Porto. “I think it will be hard for them to recover,” Ancelotti mused. “It’s difficult, because a two goal deficit is not insignificant, and it’s especially difficult against a team like Porto who are in great form. “Apart from Barcelona, who have a very good lead [over Paris Saint-Germain, all the other ties are finely poised. “For us [against Atletico Madrid]? It’s a difficult game, but the whole club is confident. It’s true that we have some players out, but the most important thing is the confidence that we can reach the semi-finals. “Injuries aside, the team is doing well, and our performance at the Calderon [in the first leg] was very encouraging.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Monaco - Juventus Betting: Allegri's men excellent value to chalk up another clean sheet The Italian champions won 1-0 in the previous fixture and our tipster is expecting a similar outcome when they meet again in Wednesday's Champions League fixture. Apr 21, 2015 Juventus will look to book their place in the last four of the Champions League when they travel to take on Monaco in the return leg of their quarter-final on Wednesday. Massimiliano Allegri’s men hold a 1-0 lead from last week’s first-leg tie in Turin and the Italian champions are chalked up as favourites with Paddy Power to secure their passage in style in Monaco. Leonardo Jardim’s side will feel the tie is not beyond them, but the enormity of the task facing the Ligue 1 outfit is reflected by the quote from Paddy Power for a home win, while Monaco can be backed at a chunky with the same firm to progress to the next round of the competition at the expense of Allegri’s men. Monaco are enduring a disappointing run of form at present, having won just one of their last five matches in all competitions and they will need to be at their best if they are to upset the Serie A leaders. By contrast, Juve stretched their lead at the top of the table to 15 points with an impressive 2-0 win over Lazio at the weekend and, with a further meeting to come against Stefano Pioli’s side in the Coppa Italia final in June, Allegri’s side will be dreaming of claiming a famous treble. It is worth noting that Juve have conceded just one goal in their last nine matches in all competitions and, having secured a first-leg advantage on home turf last week, the Bianconeri look to represent decent value at to keep another clean sheet in Monaco. Remarkably, eight of Monaco’s nine Champions League fixtures thus far this term have featured fewer than three goals and, therefore, it is somewhat unsurprising that Paddy Power offer just that there are no more than two goals scored at the Stade Louis II. The visitors are excellent value at to secure their place in the semi-finals of the Champions League with a win but, given Juventus’ remarkable defensive record, punters are encouraged to take a chance on the juicy quote for Juve to win to nil when these two sides go head-to-head in this Champions League crunch.

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Berbatov: ‘Monaco can beat Juventus’ Apr 21, 2015 Monaco striker Dimitar Berbatov insists they can beat Juventus - ‘the semi-final is within our reach.’ The Bianconeri will travel to the principality tomorrow night for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final, after winning 1-0 in Turin. However, despite failing to secure a potentially vital away goal, Bulgarian striker Berbatov believes his side are still in with a chance. “The Champions League semi-final is within our reach,” the former Manchester United man told Tuttosport. “We can do it against Juventus. We’re a good team, we’ve already shown that both against Arsenal, and a week ago in Turin. We absolutely did not deserve to lose. “In the first half we should have had a penalty, if the referee had given it, it would have been a different game. “Then in the second half we had a non-existent penalty given against us, but that’s football. “We look forward with confidence and optimism, we’re preparing well for the comeback. We know that Juve are a team which creates a lot, but also gives opportunities. “We know we have the ability to get to the next round.”

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Monaco vs. Juventus: Team News Apr 21, 2015 Juventus travel to Monte Carlo on Wednesday evening, visiting the Stade Louis II for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final clash with AS Monaco. The Bianconeri hold a slender 1-0 advantage over their opponents and come into the encounter in arguably better form than Leonardo Jardim’s side. Held 1-1 by Rennes on Saturday—a major blow to their Ligue 1 title hopes—the Portuguese coach made no fewer than six changes to his lineup, although he did retain the 4-2-3-1 formation seen at Juventus Stadium just a week ago. Meanwhile, this past weekend saw the Italian champions take a huge step toward securing a fourth-consecutive league title, easing past second-placed Lazio by a 2-0 margin. Massimiliano Allegri also made changes, switching to a 3-5-2 framework which allowed him to rest Stephan Lichtsteiner, Roberto Pereyra and Alvaro Morata from the outset. The coach also withdrew Arturo Vidal and Andrea Pirlo during the second half, with the former putting in yet another superb display as he slowly returns to his best form. Juventus will need just that as they seek a first semi-final berth in over a decade, 2003 marking the last time they reached that stage in Europe’s elite competition. AS Monaco were Champions League runners-up 12 months later, but their record against Italian sides does not make good reading. Indeed, they have emerged victorious in just one of their six previous knockout ties against clubs from the peninsula, beating AS Roma back in the 1991-92 campaign. Predicted Lineups AS Monaco (4-3-3): Subasic, Raggi, Carvalho, Abdennour, Kurzawa; Kondogbia, Fabinho, Moutinho; Carrasco, Berbatov, Martial Juventus (4-3-2-1): Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Bonucci, Chiellini, Evra; Vidal, Pirlo, Marchisio; Pereyra, Tevez; Morata Key Battle Perhaps the key clash over this opening 90 minutes will be between AS Monaco’s Aymen Abdennour and Juventus striker Carlos Tevez. The Tunisian defender has been in superb form this season, undoubtedly the rock upon which Jardim’s strong back line is built and has turned in some truly impressive Champions League performances. According to WhoScored.com statistics, the 25-year-old has averaged two tackles, 3.2 interceptions and 6.2 clearances across five appearances in the elite European competition. Yet he can expect to be given a torrid time by Argentinian star Tevez, arguably one of the continent’s most in-form stars. As discussed in this previous column, the 31-year-old has been simply sensational for the Bianconeri this term, weighing in with 26 goals and eight assists in all competitions. Those tallies include six goals in eight Champions League outings, and he was undoubtedly the star as Juve eliminated Borussia Dortmund in the previous round. Player to Watch If Tevez has taken on the starring role, Arturo Vidal is perhaps the man to watch on Wednesday evening, the Chilean slowly returning to the form which saw him become widely recognised as one of the best midfielders in the world over recent seasons. Knee surgery and a hurried return to feature in the World Cup have undoubtedly restricted his impact this term, but his well-struck penalty was the difference between the two sides last week, and the 27-year-old believes he is now back to somewhere near his best. “I feel good, I’m 100 per cent fit and hope to end the season in the right way,” he told Sky Italia (h/t Football Italia) shortly after helping his side to that win over Lazio at the weekend. Securing their passage to the next round would certainly do just that, and Vidal could be the key to eliminating AS Monaco. His availability came into doubt on Monday, however, skipping training due to "a light bout of tonsillitis," per the club's official website. Juventus will hope he recovers in time, as he is hugely important to the side, particularly in Paul Pogba's continued absence. Odds (via Odds Shark) Home win: 23-10 Away win: 13-10 Draw: 21-10

Barcelona coy on Pogba interest Club president Josep Maria Bartomeu says he is an admirer of the France international but noted that the Catalan outfit's transfer ban has prevented further talks over new signings. Apr 21, 2015 Barcelona president Josep Maria Bartomeu has hinted at interest in Paul Pogba but conceded that the club's transfer ban complicates any possible move for the Juventus star. The France international's agent revealed on Monday that his client could leave the Serie A champions if the right offer is made, and Goal understands Chelsea and City are leading the race to sign him from Juve. Barcelona's transfer embargo is a stumbling block for any potential deal for Pogba, with the club banned from making new signings until 2016 having been found guilty of breaching Fifa rules last year. "Pogba is a great player but in this moment we are not thinking about additions," Bartomeu told RMC. "It's true that we have a Fifa sanction that prevents us from recruiting until January 2016. We work so that some players arrive [here], others can leave. "We are preparing for next season but we will not provide the names here. Pogba is a good player, one who has a contract with an Italian team that I respect a lot. "For the moment, it is not expected that we will recruit but everyone wants to have the great players. Also, we have players that the others [clubs] would like to have."

MONACO - JUVENTUS - Wednesday, April 22nd, 2015 - 08:45 P.M. Stade Louis II., Monaco Referee:‬ William Collum (Scotland) Monaco - Juventus Preview: Evra ready for 'fearless' hosts The visitors carry a 1-0 lead into the second leg and the left-back says they must be ready to take the game to Leonardo Jardim's men. Apr 21, 2015 Patrice Evra has urged Juventus not to sit back on their first-leg lead but to take control of Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final tie against Monaco. The Italian champions travel to the Stade Louis II with a 1-0 lead from last week's first leg in Turin - Arturo Vidal's penalty settling a hard-fought match. With the slender advantage, Massimiliano Allegri's side are favourites to progress to the semi-finals. But Evra, who spent four years at Monaco between 2002 and 2006, stated that there is plenty of work to do and pointed to Monaco's spirited performance in the first leg as proof Juve cannot rest on their laurels. "I was not surprised by Monaco in the first leg," he told Canal Plus. "They have not at all been underestimated. "They gave a very good game. Against them in the first leg we were favourites. I think a lot of players felt that pressure. "In the return leg, it will be different and we can take control of the game." Monaco upset the odds to reach the last eight by beating Arsenal on away goals and Evra and believes they can pose a challenge for any side. "When they won against Arsenal I was really proud of the team," he added. "They were fearless." Juve, who defeated Monaco 6-4 on aggregate to reach the 1997-1998 Champions League final, make the trip boosted by a 2-0 victory over Lazio in Saturday's top-of-the-table clash in Serie A. That result that left them 15 points clear at the summit in their march towards a fourth consecutive title. By contrast, Leonardo Jardim's side have stuttered in recent weeks and a 1-1 draw against Rennes on Saturday made it three league matches without a win on home turf. Third-placed Monaco are four points clear of Marseille and Saint-Etienne, while Lyon and Paris Saint-Germain are six points better off than the Principality club - with the champions also having a game in hand. Head coach Jardim has stressed the importance of cutting out the errors against Juve. "We lacked intensity at the end of the match against Rennes," he told reporters. "We started to feel fatigued. We'll recover and correct the small things for the match against Juventus." Vidal will be assessed ahead of the game after missing training on Monday due to tonsillitis. Paul Pogba [hamstring] is unlikely to feature, while Juve team-mates Kwadwo Asamoah [knee], Martin Caceres [ankle], Luca Marrone [thigh] and Romulo [groin] are also absent. Monaco are without Lacina Traore [leg], while Tiemoue Bakayoko [thigh] is a doubt. OPTA FACTS Monaco have lost their two European away games against Juventus, but they won their only meeting with the Bianconeri at home (3-2 in the 1997/98 semifinals). Monaco have lost just one of their five European games at home against Italian sides (W3 D1), the first trip of any Italian club to the Principality (1-3 against Inter in the 1963/64 European Cup first round). Juventus have lost just one of their last seven games in European competitions against French sides (W4 D2). Monaco have lost two successive Champions League games for the first time since March 2005. Monaco have kept three clean sheets in their last four CL games at home, but they have not scored in two of them either. Juventus have won five of their last six CL games (D1), keeping four clean sheets in the process. La Vecchia Signora have won two successive CL games away from home for the fourth time in the competition’s history but they have never win three in a row. Monaco have lost three games in the Champions League this season, more than any other quarter-finalist (W4 D2). LAST FIVE MATCHES Monaco D L W D D 2015/04/18 - Monaco 1 - 1 Stade Rennais 2015/04/14 - Juventus 1 - 0 Monaco 2015/04/10 - Caen 0 - 3 Monaco 2015/04/07 - Monaco 0 - 0 Montpellier 2015/04/03 - Monaco 1 - 1 Saint-Étienne Juventus W W L W W 2015/04/18 - Juventus 2 - 0 Lazio 2015/04/14 - Juventus 1 - 0 Monaco 2015/04/11 - Parma 1 - 0 Juventus 2015/04/07 - Fiorentina 0 - 3 Juventus 2015/04/04 - Juventus 2 - 0 Empoli HEAD TO HEAD 2015/04/14 - Juventus 1 - 0 Monaco