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JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Tevez ready for Galatasaray Oct 1, 2013 Carlos Tevez is in the Juventus squad to face Galatasaray on Wednesday night despite an ankle injury. http://markting10.nl/ The Argentine finished the Turin Derby on Sunday with a bloodied and swollen ankle following the tackle from Ciro Immobile. http://markting10.nl/ He remains in doubt to start the Champions League fixture in Turin, but is included in the 22-man party for this game. Juventus squad for Galatasaray: Buffon, Chiellini, Ogbonna, Pogba, Marchisio, Vucinic, Tevez, De Ceglie, Giovinco, Peluso, Llorente, Barzagli, Bonucci, Padoin, Pirlo, Asamoah, Vidal, Lichtsteiner, Quagliarella, Storari, Isla, Citti

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Champions League Preview: Juventus vs. Galatasaray — Ordering up some Turkey Let us all celebrate that Felipe Melo is coming back to where he was so beloved and cherished. Okay, so maybe not all of that, but Mr. Melo is coming back to town. Oct 1, 2013 Sometimes when you look at things right after the Champions League draw, you think you have everything figured out about who your opponents will be in a few short weeks. There was Galatasaray, a quarterfinalist in last year's competition, drawn into the same group as Juventus and Real Madrid. They were looked at as a challenging side that could be capable of exactly what Shakhtar Donetsk did a year ago — shake everything in the group a bit. http://markting10.nl/ Now, about a month later, who really knows what to expect from the squad that is "lucky" enough to employ Felipe Melo. As Notorious B.I.G. once said, "Things done changed." Galatasaray are currently sitting in the middle of the Turkish Super Lig table having earned four points in five games to begin the season, they've fired one hell of a manager in Fatih Terim and replaced him with...Roberto Mancini? Yeah, it 's actually happened. Mancini has gone from the unemployment line to trying to make Galatasaray a competitive team once again. http://markting10.nl/ Do we know what to expect from Mancini's latest side? No, not really. They've struggled domestically, got hammered at home by Real Madrid, and are now looking to reinvent themselves under Mancini before it's too late. That could work out in Juve's favor, or it could mean nothing whatsoever. Until they take the field and actually start kicking the ball around, Galatasaray are, well, a team Juventus should beat simply based on form. But there's one thing we do know: This is Juventus' chance to get some breathing room between them and their closest competitor, as the group stands right now, for the No. 2 spot behind Real Madrid. Simple math, guys. And maybe something more than one point would help everybody forget about that stupid draw in Denmark. GOOD NEWS Juventus are trying to claim three points at home, rather than having to travel all the way to Istanbul at such a busy time of the year schedule-wise. We know the home crowd will be buzzin' when the teams take the field because that's the only way Juventus Stadium knows how to do things. I love that place. http://markting10.nl/ And there's that whole thing about Gala being a little bit of a wild card card right now. They could be equally as meh as they can be good. It's just one of those things where there just a mystery right now with a new manager taking over two days before a Champions League tie. BAD NEWS Courtesy of Ciro Immobile, Carlos Tevez's ankle resembled some kind of Halloween decoration meant to scare children rather than a body part of one of the best strikers around. Juventus waited little time saying that the 29-year-old Argentine would be a doubt for the Galatasaray game. Now we'll hear for two straight days "Will he play or won't he play?" throughout the Italian media. Sounds like fun, doesn't it? I guess we'll have to wait for the squad list to be released to see whether or not Tevez is good to go or not. WHAT TO WATCH FOR 1. The health of Carlos Tevez. And you thought it was over in the last section. Too bad, you get more Tevez talk! The extremely rash tackle from the former Juve youth product has put Juventus' best striker's status for tomorrow night is completely up in the air right now. Logic tells me "Eh, let him make sure he's fully fit and bring him back when his ankle isn't looking so gruesome." But the devil on my shoulder tells me "If he can play immediately after sustaining said injury, a couple days of rest won't really hurt him, right" It all depends on how the medical team thinks Tevez has recovered. http://markting10.nl/ 2. Who starts for Tevez if he can't go? Which, of course, is a very good possibility. The smart money's on Fernando Llorente and Mirko Vucinic getting the start if Tevez isn't available from the opening whistle or at all. But Antonio Conte has been known to throw a curveball our way when it comes to his striker pairings every now and then. Could that mean Fabio Quagliarella, who score Juve's only goal in Denmark, may get a spot in the starting lineup? I don't know, but it's definitely an interesting choice awaiting Mister Conte. 3. The center-of-the-midfield conundrum. So if Andrea Pirlo is coming back into the starting lineup after being rested in the Turin derby, that leaves three guys vying for two spots. Paul Pogba is playing as well as anybody in the squad right now, so that means he deserves to be one of the first names on the team sheet. Arturo Vidal is Arturo Vidal. And Claudio Marchisio has been effective since his return from injury. So who is Conte going to "bench" for Galatasaray? If there wasn't a striker issue to worry about, that'd be this Wednesday's million dollar question. 4. What kind of positive impact Roberto Mancini has — if any. As of this preview being published, our old buddy Roberto Mancini has been Galatasaray boss for all of about 20 hours. That's not exactly a lot of time to install his tactics and implement his complete system. But that's the situation the Galatasaray squad currently finds itself in. It's certainly an interesting scenario and a little more added drama to an important Champions League fixture. http://markting10.nl/ 5. Containing Galatasaray's attacking talent. I'm gonna go out on a limb here, but I think the strikers Juventus will be facing are a little bit better than those they went up against in the derby over the weekend. We saw last season what Burak Yilmaz is all about. We know what kind of pedigree Didier Drogba has in the Champions League from his time wearing blue with Chelsea. Throw Wesley Sneijder in there and you've got some talented folks leading the Galatasaray attack. That could mean Juventus' defense is in for a busy night. Or they can just do what they did against Torino and have Gigi Buffon stand around for 90-plus minutes. My starting XI (3-5-2): Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Pirlo, Pogba, Asamoah; Llorente, Vucinic

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Juventus-Galatasaray Preview: Mancini faces familiar foe in debut game The Italian returns to his homeland - where he spent many a season battling the Bianconeri - two days after being confirmed as the visitors' new coach. Oct 1, 2013 Roberto Mancini's Galatasaray will aim to bounce back from their 6-1 loss to Real Madrid in the Champions League when they visit Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ Fatih Terim paid the price for a poor start to the season that has yielded just one win in five league matches, as well as the disappointing showing against Real in front of their home supporters. The Super Lig champions were outclassed by the Spanish giants in the Group B opener, with Cristiano Ronaldo once more stealing the show with a second-half hat-trick in the comfortable rout. Mancini, who has been out of work since being fired from Manchester City in May, took control at the Turk Telekom Arena on Monday. http://markting10.nl/ Galatasaray head into the fixture at the Juventus Stadium on Wednesday on the back of a 1-1 draw at home to Rizespor. Engin Baytor opened the scoring, but Tevfik Kose levelled in the second half before Slcuk Inan saw red. Midfielder Hamit Altintop continues to be plagued by a hip injury and is likely to miss the visit to Turin. Reigning Serie A champions Juventus will be desperate to claim a maximum haul after a disappointing 1-1 draw away to Copenhagen in their opening fixture. Antonio Conte's team are in good form ahead of Wednesday's showdown and are on an eight game unbeaten run in all competitions. They will look to build on the momentum from their 1-0 victory over rivals Torino at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday, with Paul Pogba's second-half header securing the points. Juve could be without influential striker Carlos Tevez after he picked up an ankle injury against Torino following a robust challenge from Ciro Immobile. http://markting10.nl/ The Argentine has notched three times in the league for the Turin outfit since his transfer-window move from Manchester City. Last Five Matches JUVENTUS Sep 29, 2013 Torino 0 - 1 Juventus Serie A Sep 25, 2013 Chievo 1 - 2 Juventus Serie A Sep 22, 2013 Juventus 2 - 1 Hellas Verona Serie A Sep 17, 2013 FC Copenhagen 1 - 1 Juventus UCL Sep 14, 2013 FC Internazionale 1 - 1 Juventus Serie A GALATASARAY Sep 28, 2013 Galatasaray 1 - 1 Çaykur Rizespor TUR1 Sep 17, 2013 Galatasaray 1 - 6 Real Madrid CF UCL Sep 13, 2013 Galatasaray 1 - 1 Antalyaspor A.S. TUR1 Aug 30, 2013 Eskişehirspor 0 - 0 Galatasaray TUR1 Aug 25, 2013 Bursaspor 1 - 1 Galatasaray TUR1

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Tevez set to miss Galatasaray tie The Argentine was the victim of a rash tackle in the Turin derby on Sunday and is unlikely to feature in the Bianconeri's latest European encounter. Oct 1, 2013 Juventus boss Antonio Conte has revealed Carlos Tevez is all but out of Tuesday's Champions League tie with Galatasaray with an ankle injury. http://markting10.nl/ The striker was caught by a poor tackle from Torino forward Ciro Immobile on Sunday, leaving the 29-year-old with a badly cut ankle and his coach with a selection dilemma. Conte told reporters: "Tevez did not train today. We won't take a risk with a player who cannot train. We will see how he is tomorrow." The Bianconeri chief must also choose between Paul Pogba and the fit again Claudio Marchisio to play alongside Arturo Vidal and Andrea Pirlo in midfield. http://markting10.nl/ "I will make other decisions based on training tomorrow," Conte continued. "I also have some doubt in midfield and maybe one of those players needs a rest. Both Pogba and Marchisio have played a lot and we'll see who we rest." Galatasaray named former Manchester City and Inter boss Roberto Mancini as Fatih Terim's successor on Monday and Conte admits he will be glad to be reacquainted with his compatriot on Tuesday. "I am very pleased to find in Roberto back in the dug-out, we speak of an Italian technician that is good for our football and who has won everywhere he has been," said the 44-year-old. "I would have preferred not to meet tomorrow, however, because he will create problems for us."

Mancini excited by Tevez reunion The pair, who had a sensational bust-up during their time together at Manchester City, will come face to face before their current clubs' Champions League clash in Turin. Oct 1, 2013 Galatasaray boss Roberto Mancini insists that he will be "delighted" to see former charge Carlos Tevez again when his new side take on Juventus on Wednesday. http://markting10.nl/ The two previously worked together at Manchester City and infamously clashed during a Champions League match against Bayern Munich in 2011, when substitute Tevez refused to play after being ordered off the bench. The two endured a factious relationship following the altercation, immediately after which Mancini snapped "If I have my way he will be out, he's finished with me," but Mancini says he will be happy to see the Argentina star. “I'm delighted to meet Tevez again after three months. We've always had an extraordinary relationship, winning three trophies together at Manchester City,” the former Inter coach told a press conference on the eve of the Champions League clash in Turin. “He's a great player and I don't think he'll pass up on this game just because of an ankle niggle.”

Bonucci: Drogba still one of the best The Italy defender will not be taking the prospect of facing the 35-year-old despite his advancing years. Oct 1, 2013 Juventus defender Leonardo Bonucci believes Didier Drogba is still one of the best strikers in the world as the Bianconeri prepare to face Galatasaray on Wednesday. http://markting10.nl/ The champions of Italy and Turkey do battle with both teams looking to bounce back from disappointing results in their opening European encounters, with Juve drawing away to Copenhagen and Gala thrashed by Real Madrid. “Drogba is certainly one of the best strikers in the world and has gone to Galatasaray after his experience in China, with the desire to keep surprising," said Bonucci. “He inspired Chelsea to Champions League glory and tomorrow we’ll be up against a motivated striker who will want to do well.” The 26-year old Italy international also identified improving on last year's quarter-final defeat to Bayern Munich as a key target for the Turin outfit this season. He said: “We’ll need to give everything we have tomorrow, because we have only one objective which is to win, you are almost forced to do that here at Juventus. “Going further than we did in last year’s Champions League is one of our aims for the season. Therefore we’ll be out to claim all three points tomorrow night.”

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Mancini: 'Happy to see Tevez' Oct 1, 2013 New Galatasaray Coach Roberto Mancini praised Antonio Conte and will be “very happy to see Carlos Tevez again.” http://markting10.nl/ The former Inter and Manchester City manager signed a three-year contract with Galatasaray on Monday and his debut will be on Wednesday night at the Juventus Stadium in Turin. “It will be strange because I only met the squad yesterday, but we hope we’ll be able to put in a good performance,” said Mancini in his Champions League Press conference. “It will be a difficult game because Juventus are an excellent team. Conte has done a great job with them.” http://markting10.nl/ Tevez is a major doubt to feature tomorrow due to an ankle injury he sustained in the Turin Derby, but Mancini is eager to reunite with his old Manchester City striker. “I’ll be very happy to see Tevez again. He’s a great player and we made history together with Man City in England. I expect he’ll play, as I doubt he will hold back because of an ankle.” Mancio is already feeling the pressure, as fans in Istanbul are angry that Fatih Terim was sacked in a contract dispute. “Terim’s popularity doesn’t surprise me. I’m here to try and continue the great job he’s done. I was first approached about the job five or six days ago and met the club in Istanbul on Sunday. “The first game was a difficult one, but we’ve got five left and we’ll look to qualify from the Champions League group stage. We have to forget about the Real Madrid defeat and see our season from tomorrow onwards. http://markting10.nl/ “I’m not fully familiar with all of the players. Thankfully the international break is coming soon so I’ll get to know them better. As far as tactics are concerned... we’ll see tomorrow! “It’s certainly a handicap to take the reins on the eve of the game, but we’ll look to make the best of it. In situations like this, luck counts too.” Wesley Sneijder is in the Galatasaray squad for tomorrow, but remains in doubt, while Felipe Melo and Didier Drogba are expected to start.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Bonucci respects Drogba threat Oct 1, 2013 Leonardo Bonucci is aware that his Juventus defence will be tested by the ability of Galatasaray striker Didier Drogba on Wednesday. http://markting10.nl/ “We’ll need to remain fully alert when playing against him,” the Italian international said ahead of the Champions League tie. “Drogba is certainly one of the best strikers in the world and has gone to Galatasaray, after his experience in China, with the desire to keep surprising. “He inspired Chelsea to Champions League glory and tomorrow we’ll be up against a motivated striker who will want to do well.” The Turin tie on Wednesday will be crucial to the Old Lady given that they surprisingly dropped points in their 1-1 draw at Copenhagen. “We’ll need to give everything we have tomorrow, because we have only one objective which is to win,” the 26-year-old added. http://markting10.nl/ “You are almost forced to do that here at Juventus… “Going further than we did in last year’s Champions League is one of our aims for the season. Therefore we’ll be out to claim all three points tomorrow night.” The Old Lady reached the last eight of the European Cup last season before being dismissed by eventual champions Bayern Munich.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Conte worried by Mancini factor Oct 1, 2013 Juventus boss Antonio Conte has conceded that he would have preferred to take on Galatasaray without Roberto Mancini as his opposite number. http://markting10.nl/ The latter was confirmed as the Turkish club’s new Coach on Monday following the decision to replace Fatih Terim. “I’m happy for Mancini, but I would have preferred to not meet him tomorrow because he will create problems for us,” Conte stated ahead of the Champions League clash. “With his arrival we will have no tactical reference points with regards to how they will play and that will make things more difficult for us.” http://markting10.nl/ Wednesday’s game at the Juventus Stadium is already crucial for both sides as Juve drew their opener 1-1 in Copenhagen, while Galatasaray were demolished 6-1 at home by Real Madrid. “The match between Galatasaray and Real Madrid is one that should not fool us,” the tactician added. “The final score was excessive. “We didn’t take our chances against the Danes. It was one of those days. We have to play well against Galatasaray. “We’ll look to score in a number of different ways, even with long-range efforts. The important thing is to create chances. “We have to play with an intense rhythm and we’ll do our all to win – even if we know it will be tough. That’s why I want our fans to be a twelfth man tomorrow. I want our supporters to be heard.” http://markting10.nl/ Turning to team matters, Conte has doubts over the fitness of Carlos Tevez after he suffered an ankle problem in the derby win over Torino. The former midfielder will also have to decide whether Paul Pogba or Claudio Marchisio will make up the midfield alongside Andrea Pirlo and Arturo Vidal. “I’ll take a look at Tevez over the following hours. He didn’t train yesterday. I need precise guarantees, we’ll see how he is between now and tomorrow. “Mirko Vucinic? He has been suffering with a heel problem, but he has recovered and is doing well. I’ll see tomorrow whether he will start. “Pogba or Marchisio? It’s a doubt I will look to solve by evaluating things well. The final score will tell me whether I was right or wrong.” Conte was also inevitably asked about his post-match comments following the derby win, ones which annoyed Toro. http://markting10.nl/ “I don’t think there is anything to add. Juve have won the Scudetto twice and two Super Cups in the last two years, so it is normal that I become sort of a catalyst when I say trivial things, normal things based on facts. “It is not a problem, it has happened in the past and it will happen in the future. I’ll continue down my own path and say the things which I believe.”

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Mancini: 'Juve a happy coincidence' Oct 1, 2013 New Galatasaray Coach Roberto Mancini admits it’s “a happy coincidence” his first game will be against Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ The former Fiorentina, Lazio, Inter and Manchester City boss signed a three-year contract on Monday, taking over from Fatih Terim. He’s set to make his debut on the bench in tomorrow night’s Champions League match at the Juventus Stadium in Turin. “It is a happy coincidence to meet the Bianconeri first and it is a great challenge to prepare for this game in just one day,” Mancini told the Corriere dello Sport. http://markting10.nl/ “I am happy with the choice I made, as the atmosphere is different here in Istanbul. It’s a wonderful and intriguing challenge for me at a big club. I am convinced this was the right choice.”

Carlos Tevez doubtful for Galatasaray clash Sep 30, 2013 Juventus striker Carlos Tevez is a doubt for Wednesday's Champions League clash with Galatasaray in Turin due to an ankle problem. http://markting10.nl/ The Argentina international sustained the injury in the first half of Sunday's 1-0 Serie A derby triumph at Torino following a heavy challenge from Ciro Immobile. Tevez needed stitches to patch up the wound on his right ankle and is now facing a race against time to face the Turkish side. A statement from Juventus read: "Carlos Tevez sustained a lacerated and contused wound on his right ankle. "The striker's condition will continue to be assessed over the coming hours, but he remains a serious doubt for Wednesday night's Champions League game against Galatasaray." Tevez, who is Juve's top scorer this season alongside Arturo Vidal with three goals, was furious that Immobile was not sent off. Tevez shared several photographs of his injury on his Twitter account and tweeted a comment that read: "It's only a yellow card for the person that almost broke my ankle." Carlitos Tevez @carlitos3210 Nosotros siempre ganamos con ayuda por eso estoy así y amarilla para el q casi me rompe el tobillo!!!

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Preview: Juventus vs. Galatasaray Sep 30, 2013 Juventus will be eager to earn their first Champions League win of the season on Wednesday when they entertain Galatasaray in Group B. http://markting10.nl/ The Italian champions are unbeaten in their last eight matches in all competitions, but they could only draw 1-1 with FC Copenhagen in their European opener two weeks ago in Denmark. Galatasaray, who were thrashed 6-1 by Real Madrid last time out, will have Roberto Mancini in the dugout for the first time after the Italian was appointed as their new manager on Monday. The former Manchester City boss replaced Fatih Terim, who was sacked on September 24 following a third spell in charge of the Turks. http://markting10.nl/ The big injury news is that Carlos Tevez is unlikely to feature for the hosts due to the ankle problem that he picked up during Sunday's 1-0 win over Torino in Serie A. Recent form Juventus: WDDWWW Galatasaray: WDDDLD Possible starting lineups JUVENTUS: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Lichtsteiner, Vidal, Marchisio, Asamoah; Pogba; Giovinco, Vucinic GALATASARAY: Muslera; Sarioglu, Balta, Kaya, Nounkeu; Sneijder, Inan, Bayter, Bruma; Drogba, Yilmaz Sports Mole says: 3-1

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) UEFA Champions League Preview: Juventus v Galatasaray Sep 30, 2013 Managerless Galatasaray will aim to bounce back from their 6-1 loss to Real Madrid in the UEFA Champions League when they visit Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ Fatih Terim paid the price for a poor start to the season that has yielded just one win in five league matches, as well as the disappointing showing against Real in front of their home supporters. The Super Lig champions were outclassed by the Spanish giants in the Group B opener, with Cristiano Ronaldo once more stealing the show with a second-half hat-trick in the comfortable rout. http://markting10.nl/ Roberto Mancini is widely expected to take control at the Turk Telecom Arena, with the Turkish outfit confirming on Sunday that they were in talks with the Italian. The 48-year-old has been out of work since parting company with Manchester City in May. Galatasaray head into the fixture at the Juventus Stadium on Wednesday on the back of a 1-1 draw at home to Rizespor. Engin Baytor opened the scoring, but Tevfik Kose levelled in the second half before Slcuk Inan saw red. Midfielder Hamit Altintop continues to be plagued by a hip injury and is likely to miss the visit to Turin. Reigning Serie A champions Juventus will be desperate to claim a maximum haul after a disappointing 1-1 draw away to Copenhagen in their opening fixture. http://markting10.nl/ Antonio Conte's team are in good form ahead of Wednesday's showdown, and are on an eight game unbeaten run in all competitions. They will look to build on the momentum from their 1-0 victory over rivals Torino at the Stadio Olimpico on Sunday, with Paul Pogba's second-half header securing the points. The France international has now set his sights on the Champions League, and said the side are itching to atone for their surprise draw against Copenhagen. Speaking to Tuttosport , he said: "We know it will be an important match for us, we have to win it and we know it won't be easy. "I don't know if it will be decisive for qualification, but after the draw with Copenhagen we all want to win." http://markting10.nl/ Juventus could be without influential striker Carlos Tevez after he picked up an ankle injury against Torino following a robust challenge from Ciro Immobile. The Argentinian has notched three times in the league for the Turin outfit since his transfer-window move from Manchester City.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Official: Mancini signs Gala deal Sep 30, 2013 Roberto Mancini has signed a three-year deal with Galatasaray, it has been confirmed. http://markting10.nl/ Hurriyet have claimed that the Italian tactician has already agreed terms with the Istanbul-based club, and will take charge later this week. Mancini has been out of work since being sacked by Manchester City over the summer, but was quickly approached by the Aslan after they released Coach Fatih Terim. http://markting10.nl/ The former Sampdoria forward will be announced as the new man in charge, the paper suggests, but it is not clear whether that will be in time for the Champions League clash with Juventus on Wednesday.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Sneijder a doubt for Juve clash Sep 30, 2013 Galatasaray playmaker Wesley Sneijder is a doubt for Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Juventus, reports suggest. http://markting10.nl/ Turkish daily Hurriyet have claimed that the Dutch midfielder underwent a scan this morning after feeling a pain in his leg during Sunday’s League match with Cakyur Rizespor. And it is believed that the former Inter man is unlikely to be it enough for the game in Turin on Wednesday. The same paper meanwhile, has reported that Didier Drogba, who trained separately from the rest of the Galatasaray team this afternoon, will be fit to face the Bianconeri.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Pogba: Now let's beat Galatasaray Sep 30, 2013 Paul Pogba is now focused on Galatasaray after he scored the winner in Juventus’ 1-0 derby victory over Torino. http://markting10.nl/ “We know it will be an important match for us, we have to win it and we know it won’t be easy,” the midfielder told Tuttosport. “I don't know if it'll be decisive for qualification, but after that damn draw with FC Copenhagen we all want to win.” The Old Lady warmed up for the Champions League clash on Wednesday with a hard-fought local derby which Pogba played a crucial role in. “I’m happy that it was my goal which decided the game, it was one of the most important which I have scored,” he added. “But the important thing was to win and the whole side deserves praise. “They were defending with 10 men, we needed to change. The time has come for us to invent something to unlock these games sooner. Right now nearly all of the teams try to defend against us. “Torino were very closed, we struggled to break the deadlock, there really wasn’t a lot of space when they all lined up in defence.” Pogba is in his second season in Turin and he’s been the club’s most used player so far this term thanks to his 700 minutes of action so far. “I have no problem in playing in any position,” he explained. “I’ll play as a full-back, the striker or in goal in order to play alongside these champions. “The Under-20 World Cup was important, as is the French national side, but living with champions at Juventus is even more essential. “I’m gaining experience, I’m growing and that is pleasing. I have no intention of stopping.”

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Chiellini on Juventus defensive Sep 30, 2013 Giorgio Chiellini was happy with Juventus’ defensive display against Torino after a shaky start to the season. http://markting10.nl/ The Old Lady had conceded in each of their previous five games before the 1-0 over city rivals Toro at the Olimpico on Sunday. “We have to improve in certain aspects,” the Italian international commented to the Corriere dello Sport. “We’ve conceded a few goals this season thanks to a lack of focus from ourselves, even if we have managed to win almost all of our games. “Saying that, against Torino, we ran no risks at all at the back.” Juventus have played eight official games this season, winning six and drawing two. They’ve scored 16 goals and let in five. The Old Lady will face Galatasaray in the Champions League on Wednesday and Milan in Serie A on Sunday.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Tevez doubtful for Galatasaray clash The attacker could miss the upcoming match versus the Turkish champions after picking up an ankle injury at the weekend. Sep 30, 2013 Juventus coach Antonio Conte will possibly have to make do without the services of Carlos Tevez in Wednesday's Champions League game against Galatasaray, with the Argentine struggling with an ankle injury. http://markting10.nl/ The former Manchester City striker picked up the knock in Sunday's 1-0 Serie A win over Torino and it remains to be seen whether he will be match fit in time for the match against the Turkish champions. "During the first half of Sunday afternoon’s Serie A encounter with Torino, Carlos Tevez sustained a lacerated and contused wound on his right ankle," a statement on the official Juventus website reads. "The striker’s condition will continue to be assessed over the coming hours, but he remains a serious doubt for Wednesday night’s Champions League game against Galatasaray." Juventus were held to a 1-1 draw by Copenhagen on matchday 1, whereas Galatasaray were beaten 6-1 by Real Madrid.

JUVENTUS - GALATASARAY October 2, 2013 8:45 PM Juventus Stadium — Turin Referee: Viktor Kassai (Hungary) Mancini to be new Galatasaray Coach Sep 29, 2013 Roberto Mancini is practically the new Coach of Galatasaray and his first game will be on Wednesday against Juventus. http://markting10.nl/ The negotiations had been going on for several days, as the former Manchester City and Inter manager was first pick after Fatih Terim was fired in a contract dispute. This evening Mancini flew in to Istanbul to complete the paperwork and the official Galatasaray Twitter account released a photograph of the Italian sitting with Chief Executive Lufti Aribogan. Mancio’s first match in charge will be on Wednesday night, when Galatasaray visit the Juventus Stadium in Turin for the Champions League. Among the players at his disposal in Turkey are Wesley Sneijder and Didier Drogba.

Chiellini: Juventus must improve in defence The defender feels the Bianconeri will fall short domestically and in Europe if they fail to address their current problems at the back. Sep 30, 2013 Giorgio Chiellini has stressed that Juventus must improve in defence if they are to be successful this season. http://markting10.nl/ The Italian champions kept their second clean sheet of the Serie A season in this weekend's 1-0 victory over rivals Torino, but Chiellini feels they still have plenty of room for improvement at the back. "We have to improve in certain aspects," the 29-year-old told Corriere dello Sport. "We’ve conceded a few goals this season due to a lack of focus, even if we have managed to win almost all of our games. "Saying that, against Torino, we ran no risks at all at the back."

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TORINO 0 - 1 JUVENTUS Paul Pogba (54′) September 29, 2013 12:30 PM Stadio Olimpico — Turin Referee: Silvio Mazzoleni Attendance:‬ 15000‎ Conte revels in battling Juventus derby win Antonio Conte praised his Juventus team for breaking down an organised Torino side in their 1-0 victory in the Turin derby on Sunday. Sep 29, 2013 Paul Pogba scored the only goal of the game in the second half at the Stadio Olimpico, extending Torino's 18-year wait for a Serie A victory over their rivals. http://markting10.nl/ The winning goal came in controversial circumstances as Carlos Tevez, who appeared to be offside, headed against the crossbar from close range before Pogba nodded home the rebound. But the visitors were generally good value for the victory and created more clear-cut opportunities than their opponents. And Conte was particularly pleased with the way his side maintained their focus. "It's not easy to win here and we're delighted that we've managed to do so," Conte said. "We were more alert and precise than we have been in other games, shutting Torino out in spite of their ability on the counter. "We produced a little less going forward. Credit to Torino, they're well organised and it's tough to find space in behind." Conte also revealed that he made tactical changes throughout the match in order to counter specific threats from Torino. He added: "I switched Pogba and Vidal. Vidal was closely marked by Omar El Kaddouri and Paul was able to use his physical attributes to better effect. "I also went to a four-man defence after we scored because I didn't want to leave three on three at the back." http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

TORINO 0 - 1 JUVENTUS Paul Pogba (54′) September 29, 2013 12:30 PM Stadio Olimpico — Turin Referee: Silvio Mazzoleni Attendance:‬ 15000‎ Torino vs. Juventus (0-1): 6 Things We Learned Sep 29, 2013 Juventus won another Derby against city-rivals Torino. http://markting10.nl/ A solitary strike from Paul Pogba was enough to give Antonio Conte's side their third successive victory in the league after dropping points at Inter. The winning habit is still there, but the Bianconeri have not put in a sensational performance since their demolition of Lazio. Galatasaray await midweek in the Champions League. The Old Lady will have to be more efficient in their performance to kick-start their European campaign after a disappointing draw in Copenghagen. Defensive tactics from Torino almost worked, but too much pressure falls on the shoulders of Alessio Cerci. Giampiero Ventura's side continue to be stubborn and resilient, but they are badly lacking that extra spark in the final third and when Cerci is unable to produce some magic, they look completely lost. Here are six things that we learned from the Derby. Giovinco Is a Shadow of the Player We Saw at Parma Against Torino, Sebastian Giovinco had a rare opportunity to stake a claim for a more permanent role in the Juve lineup. "Formica Atomica" started alongside Carlos Tevez in a partnership that appeared to hold much potential. With Carlitos scurrying into the space behind the opposition's defence, holding onto the last man, combined with Giovinco's winding dribbles and tendency to slip his strike partner in with his vision, it appeared as if Antonio Conte might have stumbled across an effective partnership. But Giovinco frustrated throughout, holding on to the ball for far too long, dribbling away from Tevez and being blocked out by a crowd of Torino shirts. The 26-year-old is a shadow of the player he once was during his time with Parma and an inability to make the right decision is holding him back as he attempts to make it at the next level with the Old Lady. With close control and the ability to shift his weight from one side to another, due to his low centre of gravity, Giovinco should be a valuable member of this Bianconeri side. "Atomic Ant" tends to fall over and crumble when faced with a physical confrontation, is in stark contrast to a more determined player that we saw under the guidance of Pasquale Marino, Franco Colomba and Roberto Donadoni. Time is running out for Giovinco to convince Conte that he merits a regular place in the team and the Bianconeri might be convinced to sell if there is not a drastic change in his form. Paul Pogba Cannot Be Dropped Right Now Paul Pogba in this form is undroppable, which is good and bad for Conte. On the one hand, he gives Conte a superb midfielder capable of contributing at both ends of the pitch and knitting together the team's transitions from defence to attack. The 20-year-old does pose a slight problem, though. While the Frenchman is in the side, Conte must decide whether to play both Claudio Marchisio, coming off his recent injury. Conte also has Andre Pirlo, who sat out the Torino encounter with the Galatasaray match high on his agenda. If all four midfielders, including Arturo Vidal as well, are to start for the Bianconeri, Juve will be heavily reliant on Carlos Tevez in a lone-forward role. A switch of formation may begin to creep into Conte's thoughts as Mirko Vucinic is one of his favourites, while Fernando Llorente is gradually staking a claim to start regularly, too. Pogba's form is nothing short of remarkable though and on current form, there is an argument to suggest he is Juve's best player at this moment. Ventura's Tactics Worked, Despite Defeat Giampiero Ventura's tactics must be applauded, even though the result did not go his way in the derby. The Granata basically fielded a 5-3-1-1, with Alessio Cerci in the hole behind Ciro Immobile. There was license for Danilo D'Ambrosio and Matteo Darmian to push forward and offer support in the wide areas, but these are ostensibly full-backs. By starting deep, D'Ambrosio and Darmian prevented Stephan Lichtsteiner and Kwadwo Asamoah from reaching the byline and producing crosses across the six-yard box. Toro were happy for Juve's wide men to drive crosses in from deeper areas as Carlos Tevez and Sebastian Giovinco faced tough aerial battles against the three centre-backs Kamil Klik, Guillermo Rodriguez and Emiliano Moretti. Giuseppe Vives, Matteo Brighi and Omar El Kaddouri were able to provide a screen in front of the defence and forced Juve to try their hand at adventurous through passes. The fact that the opener came from a set piece is telling, as the Bianconeri were unable to conjure up any substantial chances from open play, predominantly due to the organisation and tactical discipline instilled by Ventura. Immobile Is Not the Right Type of Striker for This Formation Ciro Immobile relies heavily on sharp movement off the last line of defence and clinical finishing mostly inside the penalty area. Ventura is currently using him as a lone striker, with Alessio Cerci looking to support him in a more reserved role. The problem is that Torino's play can be rather predictable. The centre-midfield trio rarely vary their distribution because Immobile is incapable of holding the ball up against top centre-backs such as Giorgio Chiellini and Andrea Barzagli. Everything is therefore directed into the feet of Cerci, meaning that the opposition can prejudge this by surrounding the Azzurri international. A more physical striker with the ability to move both ways would be ideal, somebody in the shape of German Denis, who would be able to also take advantage of Cerci's delivery from wide areas with that aerial advantage. Juve Missed Pirlo's Passing Variety Juventus rested Andrea Pirlo ahead of the Champions League next week, but a combination of stifling tactics from Torino and the absence of a pace-setter disrupted the Old Lady's flow and ability to stamp their authority on this match. The Bianconeri possess plenty of quality in the midfield without Pirlo, with Arturo Vidal, Paul Pogba and Claudio Marchisio offering a midfield trio that would be looked on by the majority of Europe with an envious eye. But that trio lacks a leader, somebody capable of organising the midfield and distributing both short and long to adapt to the negative tactics of the opposition. Pirlo is the orchestrator, as much as the play maker. The derby showed us that it's Pirlo's intangible skills, as much as his ability on the ball that makes the Bianconeri tick. Tevez Needs More Continuity in Attack Carlos Tevez had an off day against Torino and when Galatasaray come to Turin next week, the Argentine will need to be more clinical in front of goal. Carlitos could not find his range in the derby, aiming several shots into the stands and never really threatening Daniele Padelli's goal. If Conte is to field four centre-midfielders due to the excellent form of Paul Pogba, Juve will require Tevez to be red hot in front of goal to compensate for the lack of an additional striker. The Bianconeri are controlling games with their formidable midfield, but they require Tevez to take his chances in front of goal, or opponents will continue to deploy similarly negative tactics to the Granata. Whether Conte tries a 3-6-1 formation or continues to provide El Apache with a partner, Tevez needs continuity. The season is still young, but Tevez will eventually need to build an understanding on a regular basis with one of Juve's other striking options. Fernando Llorente, Mirko Vucinic, Fabio Quagliarella and Sebastian Giovinco would all be competing for that second spot in the attack if Juve continue with a 3-5-2 formation. If Conte continues to rotate these four strikers, it will hinder Tevez's consistency in front of goal. http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

TORINO 0 - 1 JUVENTUS Paul Pogba (54′) September 29, 2013 12:30 PM Stadio Olimpico — Turin Referee: Silvio Mazzoleni Attendance:‬ 15000‎ Tevez: 'Immobile nearly broke ankle' Sep 29, 2013 Carlos Tevez and Juventus hit back at Torino via Twitter, as the Derby della Mole continues via social media. http://markting10.nl/ The game ended 1-0 to the Bianconeri today with a Paul Pogba goal that should’ve been ruled offside. Torino released a statement on their club website this evening attacking Coach Antonio Conte and comments on the refereeing decisions. Tevez hit back on Twitter with this picture of his swollen and bloody ankle, an injury caused by Ciro Immobile’s tackle. “We always win with help, so that’ll be why someone who nearly breaks my ankle only gets a yellow card...” wrote the striker. Juventus also responded to Torino counting the possession statistics by listing some of their own. “Effectively we’re not good at mathematics. But we can count to 0, like the number of shots on target Torino had!” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111

TORINO 0 - 1 JUVENTUS Paul Pogba (54′) September 29, 2013 12:30 PM Stadio Olimpico — Turin Referee: Silvio Mazzoleni Attendance:‬ 15000‎ Toro: 'How does Conte count?' Sep 29, 2013 Torino released a statement slamming Juventus Coach Antonio Conte after the controversial Derby della Mole. http://markting10.nl/ Juve won 1-0 with a Paul Pogba goal that should’ve been ruled offside, while both clubs complained they wanted red cards for Ciro Immobile and Claudio Marchisio. Following Conte’s post-match comments to the media, Torino released a statement bitterly criticising the Bianconeri Coach. “How does Conte count?” began the statement on the club website. “At the end of the Derby Antonio Conte declared, responding to those who asked about the goal on which Carlos Tevez was clearly offside, said ‘Juve held the ball and attacked for 70 minutes. Therefore it’s normal there are going to be more incidents to discuss.’ “One has to ask what Conte’s using to count possession, seeing as the statistics on the Lega Calcio website show Juventus had 52 per cent possession against 48 per cent for Toro. The Juventus superiority was therefore not particularly crushing. “Another of Conte’s comments: ‘Immobile’s foul was worthy of a red card. What would’ve happened had Toro been reduced to 10 men?’ “Was Immobile’s foul really worth a dismissal? In which case the Granata would have the same question, what would’ve happened had the identical foul from Pogba on Omar El Kaddouri been sanctioned with a red, or the second yellow that Claudio Marchisio deserved? “The truth is that Juventus won the Derby 1-0 and that the only goal was with a very clear offside position. Anything else is just pointless words. Conte must certainly have been better at Italian than mathematics.” http://www.goal.com/en/results-standings/69/italy-serie-a/table?ICID=SP_TN_111