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UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) 'Bayern will try to win everything' - Hoeness The Roten president has vowed that his side will not rest on their laurels after their Bundesliga triumph was confirmed on Saturday. Apr 8, 2013 Bayern Munich president Uli Hoeness has stressed that his side will "try to win everything" this season after clinching the Bundesliga title on Saturday. The Bavarians travel to Juventus for the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Wednesday and have a DFB-Pokal semi-final with Wolfsburg next week, and the 61-year-old has set his sights on the treble. "We'll have to try to win everything now," the 61-year-old told Bild. "However, even if that won't be the case, we won't say winning the [German] championship is nothing. "A 20-point advantage [over second-placed Borussia Dortmund] and all those records, that's an outstanding feat from the team and the coach. "We're playing a fantastic season. But in order to say that, we'll have to grab the Champions League title as well." Bayern could face a potential Champions League semi-final with Dortmund but Hoeness was quick to emphasise that both teams have tough last-eight ties to get through before. "Dortmund lack the depth to play successfully in three competitions. I'm superstitious, firstly, we both have to proceed," he added. "For Dortmund, it won't be easy after the 0-0 at Malaga and we expect an all-out attack from the Italians in Turin. Ask me again next Thursday." Dortmund host Malaga on Tuesday, with Bayern travelling to Turin the next day.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) 'Just one title would be disappointing for Bayern' - Neuer The Roten goalkeeper has urged his side to go for broke in their pursuit of the treble as they prepare to face Juventus on Wednesday. Apr 8, 2013 Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer says his club would be "disappointed" if they only win one title this season after their Bundesliga triumph on Saturday. The Bavarians are still in the hunt for a historic treble with a Champions League quarter-final clash with Juventus on Wednesday and a Pokal semi-final against Wolfsburg next week. "It's been a very good season for us, up until now. We can be proud of our display in the domestic league," the 27-year-old told Kicker. "However, if we're left with only one title at the end, we will be disappointed. We have very high aspirations and learned last year how it feels to leave a season empty handed. "The extra motivation we pulled [from that experience] helped us. The solidarity and everything that has developed in the team was good for us. "Of course we know we have an important match ahead of us on Wednesday, but we're also allowed to be humans and enjoy the moment. "For me, it's crucial to focus on the two other tournaments [Champions League and DFB-Pokal]."

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Bayern only slight favourites against Juventus - Trapattoni The veteran coach believes that Italian teams' history against Germans means the Bavarians cannot afford to rest of their laurels on Wednesday. Apr 8, 2013 Former Bayern Munich and Juventus coach Giovanni Trapattoni believes that the German outfit only have a slight edge going into the second leg of the Champions League quarter-final tie against the Bianconeri on Wednesday. The Bavarians defeated Antonio Conte's men 2-0 at the Allianz Arena last week, but despite their advantage, the Republic of Ireland boss does not think die Roten are through to the semi-finals yet. "The Germans are favourites, but only by 51 per cent," the 74-year-old told La Stampa on Monday. "I'm optimistic, because history has shown us that we Italians often play great matches against German teams." Trapattoni went on to say that while the German champions have stars like Arjen Robben, Franck Ribery and Bastian Schweinsteiger, other factors can also be important in the game. "Bayern have the best Dutchman, the best Frenchman and the best German player. However, in football, there are different values that come into play," he concluded. Juventus and Bayern kick off at 20:45CET on Wednesday.

Pirlo: Verratti has quality Apr 8, 2013 Andrea Pirlo is a fan of Paris Saint-Germain’s Marco Verratti – the player widely considered as the Juventus playmaker’s heir. Verratti is an international teammate of Pirlo and the latter has explained why the 20-year-old is destined for an important career. “He is aware of his potential,” Pirlo told Canal +. “If he has no concerns about holding on to the ball in front of his own goal then it means that he has great quality. “He’s certainly a youngster, so he can improve and he’ll look to eliminate the weaknesses in his game with his Coach.” Juve did try to sign Verratti in the summer from Pescara, but they refused to meet the club’s €12m asking price. He subsequently moved to Ligue 1. Another peninsula based player who left for the French capital was Thiago Silva, a former teammate of Pirlo at Milan. “He’s the best defender in the world,” the Italian added. “I think he’s one of the strongest, he doesn’t struggle and he reads the game with great ease.”

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Rummenigge eyes away goal Apr 8, 2013 Bayern Munich Chief Executive Karl-Heinz Rummenigge insists his outfit will need a goal at Juventus on Wednesday night. Although the German giants will take a 2-0 advantage to the Juventus Stadium, the former international striker insists the quarter-final Champions League tie is still alive. “The first game against Juventus was a dream result,” Rummenigge told The Times of India in an interview. “But we have to be careful because we know that Italians can come back really strong. We need to score one goal in the second leg to make things a little safe.” Bayern have already wrapped up the German championship and the club official wants to lift more silverware this term. “We have never achieved a treble,” he added. “We aren't too optimistic but we aren't pessimistic either. “The Champions League is very high quality football and we have been hard done in a couple of Finals in the past years. So, let's say we are not confident but we do dream.”

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Two doubts for Juventus XI v Bayern Apr 8, 2013 Juventus boss Antonio Conte has two team selection issues to resolve ahead of Wednesday’s Champions League tie against Bayern Munich. The Old Lady will entertain the German giants in Turin with the aim of overturning their 2-0 first leg quarter-final reverse. Conte will be without the suspended Stephan Lichtsteiner and Arturo Vidal, while Sebastian Giovcino is a doubt after picking up an injury in the win over Pescara. While Paul Pogba will replace Vidal in central midfield, Conte will have to decide whom to select in the right wing-back role. Simone Padoin is the current favourite ahead of Mauricio Isla and Martin Caceres, given that the first has struggled for form and the second hasn’t featured recently because of his involvement in a car crash. The other doubt that Conte has is with regards to whom will partner Mirko Vucinic in attack. Fabio Quagliarella should get the green light ahead of Alessandro Matri. Juventus possible: Buffon; Barzagli, Bonucci, Chiellini; Padoin, Pogba, Pirlo, Marchisio, Asamoah; Vucinic, Quagliarella

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Bayern-Juve not over – Tacchinardi Apr 8, 2013 Juventus are still alive in their Champions League tie with Bayern Munich, says Alessio Tacchinardi. The Old Lady lost the first leg of their quarter-final encounter 2-0 last week and the two sides will face each other again on Wednesday. “Had they lost 3-0 then it would be a different story,” the former midfielder told Tuttosport on Monday morning. “But the Bianconeri have the desire and capability to recover because the comeback is not impossible.” Tacchinardi believes that boss Antonio Conte, a former teammate, will know how to motivate his troops. “He knows how to get the best out of his players,” Tacchinardi added. “Juventus, with Conte, win as a team and not because of individuals. “Saying that, they will need a bit of luck to qualify.”

Per esempio: La UEFA di Platini ha deciso che quest'anno la champions league la deve vincere una squadra spagnola. Ecco un arbitro spagnolo per Juve (squadra del cuore di Michel) contro Bayern (squadra tedesca, poco simpatica ai francesi). Temendo che il Bayern possa contrastare la decisione della UEFA, Platini manda un arbitro per far passare la "sua" Juve e far sbattere fuori i temuti tedeschi.

Ho scritto lo stesso concetto nel topic del pronostico.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Lippi expects Juventus to show up Apr 8, 2013 The real Juventus will show up against Bayern Munich on Wednesday, insists former Bianconeri boss Marcello Lippi. The Old Lady will entertain the German giants in the Champions League this week in a bid to overturn a 2-0 deficit. “I saw a great Bayern in the first leg,” the current Guangzhou Evergrande boss told Tuttosport. “They were well balanced, complete and devastating at times. “That was no surprise for me because they are a European force, one on the same level of Barcelona and Real Madrid. “But, besides the strength of Bayern, we didn’t see the true Juventus in Munich. The players themselves knew that. “I don’t know if the comeback will happen, but I’m pretty sure that Juventus will prove to themselves and Bayern that they are a different team from the one seen in Germany.” Juve will have to try to mount a fightback without key midfielder Arturo Vidal who will be suspended for the quarter-final tie. “Paul Pogba will undoubtedly be ready to replace Vidal. I really like him, he has class, personality and he knows where the goal is.”

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Juventus back to work Apr 8, 2013 Italian champions Juventus will resume training on Monday after being given a 24-hour break following the win over Pescara. Although the Old Lady face Bayern Munich in the Champions League on Wednesday, boss Antonio Conte gave his side a day’s rest yesterday. Juventus will have it all to do in midweek in the second leg of their quarter-final Champions League clash. The Bianconeri lost the first leg 2-0 at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday evening. Arturo Vidal and Stephan Lichtsteiner will be suspended. Juve maintained their nine-point lead over Napoli at the weekend by beating Pescara 2-1.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Lippi: Juventus can overcome Bayern The former Bianconeri coach has insisted that the Italian champions can still make it to the semi-finals at the expense of the Bundesliga giants. Apr 8, 2013 Marcello Lippi believes that Juventus have what it takes to overcome their first-leg defeat against Bayern Munich and make it to the semi-finals of the Champions League. The Bundesliga champions impressed at the Allianz Arena last week as they beat Juventus 2-0 courtesy of goals from David Alaba and Thomas Muller. Nevertheless, Lippi has stressed that the quarter-final tie is not over yet and believes an early goal on Wednesday could lead Juve the way. "I saw a great Bayern Munich last week. They were balanced, very complete and devastating at times. I have always said that they are a European superpower on the same level as Barcelona and Real Madrid," Lippi told Tuttosport. "However, we did not see the real Juventus in Munich. On Wednesday they will have to prove that they can compete with Bayern. "If Juventus can score an early goal, the tie can go either way. As long as Juventus give their all and play to their full potential, a comeback is possible." Juventus last made it to the semi-final stage of the Champions League in 2002-03 but they were eventually beaten by AC Milan in the final.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Rummenigge: Bayern must score at Juventus to be safe The Bayern chairman believes they are not through to the next round just yet and believes they can write history under Pep Guardiola next term. Apr 8, 2013 Karl-Heinz Rummenigge has stated that Bayern Munich's 2-0 victory over Juventus in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final tie was the perfect result but has warned that the Bavarians are not there just yet. Goals from David Alaba and Thomas Muller helped Bayern to a crucial home win last week, but Rummenigge believes they must score at least once in the return in Turin in order to secure progress to the semi-finals. "The game against Juventus was a dream result. We’ve had a good season but we have to be careful because we know that Italians can come back really strong under these circumstances. We need to score one goal in the second leg to make things a little safe," the Bayern chairman told The Times of India. The Allianz Arena side beat Eintracht Frankfurt at the weekend to clinch the Bundesliga title and they have now set their sights on the Champions League and DFB Pokal in order to win a historic treble. "We have had a rich history but have never achieved a treble. We aren’t too optimistic but we aren’t pessimistic either. The Champions League is very high quality football and we have been hard done in a couple of finals in the past years. So, let’s say we are not confident but we do dream." Rummenigge then went on to discuss the arrival of Pep Guardiola at Bayern at the end of this season and he believes they can write history with the Spanish coach at the helm. He added: "Pep said Bayern are a club he likes and it followed almost his own philosophy. It was like a love affair. He will be the right person. "He respects the culture and philosophy of Bayern and this is what could make his stint successful. With him, we can write an important part of history next year. Pep is such a normal person. He’s everything but arrogant. He respects the Bavarian culture and doesn’t want to change the philosophy dramatically."

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Five things Juventus must do to beat Bayern Apr 7, 2013 After 90 minutes of being made into mincemeat by Bayern Munich at the Allianz Arena on Tuesday evening, Juventus have much to do in the return leg of their Champions League quarterfinal match-up with the German giants if they hope to progress to the next round. The Old Lady has not reached the semifinals of Europe’s elite competition since the 2002-03 campaign, ultimately falling to fellow Italians AC Milan in the title match on penalties at Old Trafford whilst current boss Antonio Conte still plied his trade in midfield for the famed Turin outfit. The 42-year-old coach will now be charged with preparing his players both mentally and tactically for the task of turning over an honestly flattering 2-0 deficit at the Juventus Stadium next Wednesday against Jupp Heynckes’ Bavarian machine on the back of a thoroughly humbling experience in Munich. Harried in possession, a step behind on the break, inaccurate in distribution and timid in the tackle, the Bianconeri were thoroughly beaten in the tie’s opening overture in a manner ironically similar to that which they have made their trademark under Conte in the past 16 months. Good news arrives only in the form of the Italians’ two goal arrears entering the final 90 minutes considering the massive amount of chances Die Roten created, and contrived to miss, on Tuesday night. And so with it all to do whilst down, but not out, the following are the five things Juventus must do to beat Bayern Munich. Keep a clean sheet There is simply no genius to behold in the statement that Conte’s men must hold their potent adversary at bay to have a chance at qualifying for the semifinals, but it is nonetheless true. Down a pair of scores and having failed to nick a goal on the road, conceding in the return leg at any time would almost certainly spell the end of the Old Lady’s Champions League run in 2012-13. Tuesday Juventus’ revered back three of Andrea Barzagli, Leonardo Bonucci, and Giorgio Chiellini looked a shell of the defensive unit that kept five straight clean sheets on the bounce in continental play prior to stepping out onto the pitch at the Allianz Arena. The Azzurri trio must somehow regain their confidence for the deciding hour-and-a-half to shut down Bayern’s dangerous offence, having been made into victims of pace, pressing, and their own poor tackling in Munich rather than assuming their usual roles as rearguard protagonists. Legendary keeper Gianluigi Buffon, who has incurred his own share of criticism for failing to keep out David Alaba’s strike in the opening minute of the first leg, will also need to be at his best in goal to keep the Bavarians off the scoresheet. Even if Juventus’ defence can turn in a top-class display next week, Italy’s longtime number one will undoubtedly be called into service at some point given the immense skill of Bayern’s attackers. Pull one back early Few things in football can give a team a heavy dose of assurance like an early goal. This truism goes double for a disheartened side playing at a two goal disadvantage in the second leg of a titanic Champions League encounter. With every second that ticks off the clock in Turin next Wednesday, more pressure will mount on the Bianconeri as they face a race against time to make up lost ground against a ruthless opponent. Frustration can be as much an obstacle as anything, so it is imperative that Juventus rediscover the clinical edge they displayed against Celtic in the round of 16 to reduce the deficit to one as soon as possible. Bayern were duly shocked in the previous stage of the competition when Olivier Giroud smashed home from close range inside five minutes at the Allianz Arena in the return edition of their tie with Arsenal. Though Heynckes’ men were able to largely control the territory of the match from that moment forward, the anxiety of having been hit so soon after kickoff was clearly visible in their demeanour and they ultimately required the away goals rule for passage after Laurent Koscielny struck once again late on for the Gunners. Conte’s men would do well to emulate the performance of the Londoners who, if anything, retrospectively showed that the Bianconeri’s task is not impossible under the right circumstances. Control Bastian Schweinsteiger Amidst a wonderful team performance from the Bavarians on Tuesday, the star that shone brightest of all for Die Roten was Bastian Schweinsteiger. The Germany international was simply a force of nature in the centre of the park, spraying incisive passes all over the pitch from in front of the back four, whilst immediately laying waste to any forward movements from the Old Lady with controlled malice in the air and on the ground. Juventus can plainly not afford to allow such a display once again by the Bayern vice-captain, or risk facing a fate mirroring that of the first leg. The Bianconeri will need to limit the space the 28-year-old is allowed on the ball on the defensive front, an undertaking in which they previously proved inadequate, forcing him into errant deliveries and impeding his ability to take advantage of his excellent vision up field. Man-marking the midfield dynamo is an option sure to be considered by Conte in his preparations, and could prove the only method able to sufficiently stifle Schweinsteiger’s attacking talents. Key to circumventing the Bayern youth product on the offensive front will be quick and intelligent movement from Juventus with a sharpness that was starkly absent in the maiden 90 minutes. Nullifying German’s indomitable will to press is a task near impossible for any side in world football, but his effectiveness could be considerably lowered with the proper energy and positioning going forward. Release the Kraken The phrase itself conjures up images of a certain John Arne Riise, but the reference is this case refers rather to the man endearingly likened to a different Cephalopod by the Bianconeri faithful - Il Polpo. More specifically, Il Polpo Paul. Paul Pogba, that is. The impressive 20-year-old appears set to start in the return leg given the suspension of Arturo Vidal, and very well could be the decisive answer for Juventus in the battle for midfield supremacy. His versatility and fearless style of play offer the type of spark so sorely missed as Conte’s men were battered at the Allianz Arena Tuesday evening. His inclusion in the side from the off could serve to inspire his more experienced teammates given his remarkable ability to shrug off the weight of expectations and penchant for the fantastic. Key in Pogba’s mission will be his capability in protecting Andrea Pirlo – winning the ball back from Bayern’s attackers and playing the bearded regista into space so that he may orchestrate matters on the front foot for the Old Lady. And of course, one of the young Frenchman’s trademark searing rockets from distance hitting the back of Manuel Neuer’s net wouldn’t hurt, either. Man the fortress It seems only fitting that Juventus will face their biggest test yet in Conte’s tenure at the helm at their eponymous arena – a citadel in which they have lost just twice since its inception at the outset of the 2011-12 campaign. With tickets to the Bayern clash having sold out by March 27 before reaching general sale, the stadium will be filled to capacity and the atmosphere is sure to be one to behold, even despite the two goal shortfall the Bianconeri will be up against. The importance of home support cannot be overstated in football, and the Old Lady’s soldiers will need to take full advantage in feeding off of the energy coursing through the building if they are to make April 10, 2013 a day for the club’s illustrious history books. Because for Juventus to be successful, they must see the positive opportunity in a situation that looks quite bleak. The return leg must not be a match in which to save face, a game in which to go down fighting – but rather the stage on which to accomplish something extraordinary with the club’s fans in vociferous participation.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Bonucci: 'Beckenbauer fired us up' Apr 7, 2013 Leonardo Bonucci has an ulterior reason for Juventus to fight back against Bayern Munich. “Franz Beckenbauer fired us up.” The Bianconeri were beaten 2-0 in the first leg of the Champions League quarter-final and play the decider in Turin on Wednesday. “We believe because we are Juventus,” the defender told Sky Sport Italia. “It’s still wide open and we will put 110 per cent on to the field. That’s not to say we’ll start off pouring forward without thinking about the consequences, as there are 90 minutes to score a goal. “We have the opportunity to continue our dream and have our say, so we can put a great team like Bayern under pressure.” Bayern Munich Honorary President Beckenbauer caused controversy when he said Buffon “looked like a pensioner” during the first leg. “We have respect for his words, but this will fire up both us and Gigi. We want to go through to the semi-finals,” concluded Bonucci.

Serie A - 12^ Giornata - Ritorno - 6-4-2013 (ore 18:00) 2 - 1 Mirko Vučinić (72′ - PG) Mirko Vučinić (78′) Emmanuel Cascione 83′ Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Sebastiano Peruzzo Attendance: 38790 Serie A - Vucinic lancia la nuova fuga della Juventus Una doppietta del montenegrino, il primo gol su rigore e il secondo con uno splendido destro a giro, permette ai bianconeri di battere il Pescara 2-1 nella ripresa. Per gli abruzzesi a segno Cascione nel finale. Un super Pellizzoli aveva salvato più volte gli ospiti. Giovinco si fa male ed è a rischio per il Bayern. Juve a +12 sul Napoli secondo. Eurosport - Sabato, 6 aprile 2013 La Juventus di Conte non sbaglia e ottiene la quarta vittoria consecutiva in campionato battendo per 2-1 un orgoglioso Pescara, in grado di reggere lo 0-0 per 73 minuti. Ora la classifica vede i bianconeri a più 12 sul Napoli secondo (impegnato domani contro il Genoa) a 7 sole giornate dal termine e con lo scontro diretto a favore. Lo Scudetto è vicino grazie alla doppietta di Mirko Vucinic che sblocca la gara su un sacrosanto rigore e raddoppia con una giocata delle sue. Cascione accorcia nel finale, ma non basta al Pescara, sempre più ultimo, per evitare una sconfitta che sa di Serie B. Mercoledì i bianconeri se la vedranno con il Bayern Monaco per tentare l’impresa, senza probabilmente Sebastian Giovinco, uscito alla mezzora per infortunio. TURNOVER CON VISTA BAYERN. Antonio Conte conferma di credere nella possibile rimonta con il Bayern Monaco e, nonostante il campionato resti il vero obiettivo stagionale, contro il Pescara ultimo in classifica, oltre agli squalificati Barzagli e Chiellini, inizialmente decide di rinunciare anche a Pirloe Marchisio, lasciando Pogba-Vdal-Giaccherini nella linea di centrocampo. Davanti con Vucinic c’è Giovinco, che però alla mezzora è costretto ad uscire per una brutta botta alla gamba destra. Gli ospiti, coperti nel loro 4-2-3-1, che in fase di non possesso è un 4-5-1, si affidano alle isolate iniziative offensive di Sforzini, supportato da Sculli e Quintero. SUPER PELLIZZOLI. Il vero showman della prima frazione è l’estremo difensore del Pescara. Ivan Pellizzoli, tutto d’un tratto si ricorda del suo glorioso passato con Atalanta e Roma, e sfodera una prestazione d’antologia nei primi 45 minuti. Nega il gol a Giovinco, Giaccherini, Lichtsteiner, Vidal e anche a Quagliarella, subentrato a Giovinco infortunato, deviando sul palo la sua conclusione dal limite. La Juve, così, non riesce a concretizzare il suo dominio territoriale e la continua spinta in cerca del vantaggio. Gli abruzzesi giocano con 10 uomini dietro la linea della palla e non ripartono mai, lasciando sempre il pallino del gioco ai bianconeri, che però devono accontentarsi dello 0-0 dopo la prima parte di gara. SERVE UN RIGORE PER UNA VITTORIA MERITATA. Anche nella ripresa il tema del match non cambia. La Juve, sempre più disperata e frustrata, attacca a testa bassa, tentando in ogni modo la giocata decisiva. Pellizzoli è ancora superlativo su Quagliarella e col passare dei minuti, il Pescara sembra riuscire a reggere la costante azione bianconera. Serve allora un rigore, decretato al 73’ dall’arbitro Peruzzo per netto atterramento in area di Rizzo su Vidal, a sbloccare la gara. Vucinic dal dischetto è perfetto e la Juve può così festeggiare il vantaggio e la superiorità numerica, visto che Rizzo nell’occasione viene espulso. ANCORA VUCINIC, ORA I BAVARESI. Dopo 5 minuti è ancora il montenegrino a decidere di chiudere il match. Vucinic si gira in area e piazza col destro sul secondo palo, decretando il suo nono gol stagionale e la vittoria numero 22 in campionato, su 31 gare giocate. Il gol di Cascione all’83’, con una splendida conclusione dai 25 metri, serve solo a tener sveglio un finale che altrimenti sarebbe stato di pura gestione per i padroni di casa. La Juve vince e continua la sua cavalcata verso il secondo tricolore consecutivo. La serenità e il morale sono alti: ora l’eventuale super rimonta al Bayern può essere sognata con più tranquillità. Enrico Turcato http://it.soccerway....regular-season/

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Giaccherini talks up Juventus´ chances Apr 7, 2013 Juventus midfielder Emanuele Giaccherini says the club have not given up hope of defeating Bayern Munich in the Champions League. The Italian champions will have to overcome a 2-0 deficit after a first-leg defeat in Munich, but, speaking after his side's 2-1 Serie A win over Pescara on Saturday, Giaccherini said the club will not be going down without a fight. "Yes we need the best Juventus on Wednesday because we will be facing one of the best teams in the world in Bayern Munich," he said. "They've already proved in the first leg how great they are and they have already won their league this season. We will try and give all that we have and hopefully we will watch the best Juventus." And Giaccherini was pleased with his side's display against Pescara. "I think that Juventus played a great match today - we created a lot of chances, Pescara never attacked in the first half and they scored a goal with their only shot at goal in the second half," he said. "Our only problem was scoring a goal and we finally managed at the 65th minute of play, after that the game became much easier." Two goals from Mirko Vucinic sealed the victory and the striker was delighted with the win. "The three points were definitely important for us and we're all happy we managed to gain them," the Montenegrin said. "The most important thing tonight was to win, not the performance."

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Mirko Vucinic ready for "war" against Bayern Munich Apr 7, 2013 Juventus striker Mirko Vucinic has urged his teammates to treat their Champions League clash against Bayern Munich on Wednesday as if it "were a war". The Serie A leaders were beaten 2-0 by the newly crowned Bundesliga champions last Tuesday in the first leg of their quarter-final tie. The Montenegro striker has said that Juve will not be in a mood to accommodate a celebratory Bayern when Jupp Heynckes's side visit Juventus Stadium next week. "Everyone needs to give more than 100% and face the game as if it were a war," Vucinic told reporters after the game. "We must believe we can do it. The Germans have won the championship and I'd like to congratulate them, but they certainly won't be greeted by a party atmosphere here on Wednesday night." Vucinic scored twice as Antonio Conte's men overcame Pescara 2-1 in Serie A on Saturday.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Juve can emulate United of 1999 Juventus have it tough against FC Bayern München but Paolo Menicucci says they can draw inspiration from the Manchester United FC side who shocked them 14 years ago. Apr 7, 2013 After an 18-game unbeaten streak in Europe, the 2-0 defeat at FC Bayern München in their quarter-final first leg has left Juventus with their backs against the wall. The Bianconeri, however, should draw inspiration from a Manchester United FC vintage whom they have come to resemble in several ways. First and foremost, Juventus coach Antonio Conte is seen by many as a new Sir Alex Ferguson. "I have had two coaches who demand determination and ruthlessness," said Paul Pogba, who joined Juventus from United last summer. "They are both very tough to please, both perfectionists." There are other similarities between the Italian champions and the English side that won the treble in 1998/99. There are the influential goalkeepers in Peter Schmeichel and Gianluigi Buffon, midfielders who are effective at both ends – United's Paul Scholes and Roy Keane, Juventus's Arturo Vidal and Claudio Marchisio – and the free-kick maestros David Beckham and Andrea Pirlo. The rotation system involving striking quartet Dwight Yorke, Andy Cole, Ole Gunnar Solskjær and Teddy Sheringham was also instrumental in that United team's success. It is an approach replicated by Conte, with Mirko Vučinic, Sebastian Giovinco, Alessandro Matri and Fabio Quagliarella. Juventus, though, need to show they also have United's knack for unlikely comebacks. As a midfielder, Conte faced United in the 1998/99 UEFA Champions League semi-finals. The Bianconeri dominated the Old Trafford first leg, with Conte on the mark for the visitors and United lucky to escape with a 1-1 draw. In the return, Filippo Inzaghi scored twice in the first 11 minutes to put the Old Lady on the verge of a fourth consecutive final. United had a mountain to climb but captain Keane headed in a Beckham corner in the 24th minute to give United hope. Yorke and Cole then got the goals that booked United's place in the final. Many consider that fightback a turning point for the Red Devils in Europe. "Even at 2-0 down I remember Becks saying, 'We can do this,' and he's not really the type for that," former United defender Gary Neville recalled in an interview. "To have belief even in that situation was incredible, because the defence had endured a 20-minute nightmare." Nightmare is probably the right word to describe the Juventus showing in Munich. "I struggled to sleep the night after the match," said defender Giorgio Chiellini. "We are not the side that played so badly in Munich, we are much better than that and are eager to turn the page as quickly as possible. I hope the one in Turin will be our game." In 1999 the 'comebacks kings' famously repeated the trick in the Camp Nou showpiece – yes, against Bayern – with substitutes Sheringham and Solskjær turning defeat into victory with goals in added time. They did so without the suspended Scholes and Keane. The absences of Stephan Lichtsteiner and Vidal for Wednesday's return leg are therefore no excuse for Juve. If they want to keep their European dream alive, they will require one of those magic nights which made United what they are today.

UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE - Quarter Final - 10-4-2013 (8:45 p.m.) ................ JUVENTUS - BAYERN Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Carlos Velasco Carballo (Spain) Bayern: 'One glass of champagne' Apr 6, 2013 Bayern Munich won the Bundesliga title today, but President Uli Hoeness assures they “will have one glass of champagne each” ahead of the trip to Juventus. The club beat Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 this afternoon to mathematically clinch a tournament they have utterly dominated this season, already 20 points clear of second placed Borussia Dortmund. However, the Germans have no intention of breaking out the beer keg with their Champions League quarter-final against Juventus to be played next Wednesday. “We will have one glass of champagne each on the plane, because our thoughts are already going forward to Wednesday. Clearly our objective now is the Champions League,” said Hoeness. Bayern won the first leg 2-0 and travel to Turin next week to earn a spot in the semi-final. “We played a fantastic season and rarely have I seen a side dominate a tournament like this.”

Serie A Week 31 - 6-4-12 (6:00 p.m.) 2 - 1 Mirko Vučinić (72′ - PG) Mirko Vučinić (78′) Emmanuel Cascione 83′ Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Sebastiano Peruzzo Attendance: 38790 No Giovinco lesions Apr 6, 2013 Tests have shown Sebastian Giovinco did not suffer knee ligament damage, but there is bruising and a tendon problem. The Juventus talent was stretchered off in pain during Saturday’s 2-1 victory over Pescara. Today the official Juve website confirmed tests had shown heavy bruising to the right knee and the collateral medial ligament, but no lesions. Medics also found a small strain to the tendon of the femoral bicep. “His condition will be evaluated over the next few days,” but Giovinco looks to be out of Wednesday’s Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich. http://www.soccerway.com/national/italy/serie-a/20122013/regular-season/

Serie A Week 31 - 6-4-12 (6:00 p.m.) 2 - 1 Mirko Vučinić (72′ - PG) Mirko Vučinić (78′) Emmanuel Cascione 83′ Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Sebastiano Peruzzo Attendance: 38790 Pescara blame the ref Apr 6, 2013 Pescara co-Coach Bruno Nobili blamed the referee for their slender 2-1 defeat. “The error helped Juventus.” The Delfini are bottom of the table, but were only beaten 2-1 late on by the Serie A leaders, as Mirko Vucinic broke the deadlock with a penalty. Giuseppe Rizzo was sent off in the same incident. “We played well, much better compared to other recent outings,” said Nobili, who shares the bench with Cristian Bucchi. “The penalty was decisive, but the red card was totally unnecessary. Plus it all came about from a Juve free kick that should’ve been in our favour. The error helped Juventus.” Ivan Pelizzoli performed a series of desperate saves in Turin to keep the scoreline down. “We knew how good he was. We are well aware that we have two great goalkeepers to count on. Mattia Perin is injured and left the place to Pelizzoli.” http://www.soccerway.com/national/italy/serie-a/20122013/regular-season/

Pogba aims to emulate Pirlo's career The Bianconeri midfielder has listed his senior team-mate as a personal figure of reference and expressed his confidence of progressing in the Champions League. Apr 6, 2013 Juventus starlet Paul Pogba has cited team-mate Andrea Pirlo as his daily inspiration and wants to emulate the iconic midfielder's career. After putting in another composed performance in place of the veteran Italian during the Bianconeri's 2-1 victory against Pescara on Saturday, the 20-year-old stepped out to praise his senior's glittering career. "I enjoyed it [being deployed in Pirlo's customary playmaker role]. He’s a fantastic player," Pogba told reporters after the match. "I’ve admired him ever since I was a kid and I still watch him closely when he plays. I would like to have a similar career to his." Owing to the suspension of Arturo Vidal, the stage is set for the newly-capped France international to shine against Bayern Munich in the return leg of the Champions League quarter-finals next Wednesday. And Pogba has indicated his confidence that Antonio Conte's men can yet overturn the 2-0 first round defeat inflicted by the newly-crowned German champions when they play host in Turin. "We need to think positive; we’ll be ready for Wednesday’s clash with Bayern and definitely believe we can pull off the comeback," he concluded. Montenegro international Mirko Vucinic, scorer of both goals against Pescara, reiterated Pogba's sentiment and warned Bayern to expect hostility in the clash at the Juventus Stadium. "We must believe we can do it. Everyone needs to give more than one hundred per cent and face the game as if it were a war. "The Germans have won the championship and I’d like to congratulate them, but they certainly won’t be greeted by a party atmosphere here on Wednesday night."

Serie A Week 31 - 6-4-12 (6:00 p.m.) 2 - 1 Mirko Vučinić (72′ - PG) Mirko Vučinić (78′) Emmanuel Cascione 83′ Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Sebastiano Peruzzo Attendance: 38790 Vucinic: 'Spontaneous strip' Apr 6, 2013 Mirko Vucinic says his decision to whip off his shorts when celebrating a goal against Pescara was “spontaneous.” The Juventus striker converted a penalty in the 2-1 Serie A victory today and celebrated by whirling his shorts above his head. “It was spontaneous. I felt like it and I did it,” he declared. Coach Antonio Conte was not best pleased at the yellow card he picked up and tried to slap him on the back of the head. “It was an affectionate slap!” laughed Vucinic. However, this wasn’t the first time he stripped down to his underpants to celebrate a goal, as Vucinic also did it for Roma and Montenegro. “The important thing is that we won and achieved three important points, so everyone is happy. Now we hope to win against Bayern Munich too.” http://www.soccerway.com/national/italy/serie-a/20122013/regular-season/

Serie A Week 31 - 6-4-12 (6:00 p.m.) 2 - 1 Mirko Vučinić (72′ - PG) Mirko Vučinić (78′) Emmanuel Cascione 83′ Juventus Stadium - Turin Referee: Sebastiano Peruzzo Attendance: 38790 Conte: 'Game seemed cursed' Apr 6, 2013 Antonio Conte admits he felt relieved after Juventus beat Pescara 2-1 despite goalkeeping heroics and reveals Sebastian Giovinco is out against Bayern Munich. Ivan Pelizzoli performed numerous saves until Mirko Vucinic broke through with a late brace. “It had seemed to be a cursed game,” said Conte. “We were shooting from all angles, getting the goalkeeper or the woodwork. Pelizzoli had a fantastic game. “Pescara also scored an incredible goal with Emmanuel Cascione, as perhaps we should’ve been a bit calmer after that. We were a little nervous that we’d ruin it all the same way we did against Sampdoria. “This was not an easy victory, but I am happy with the performance and relieved because these are three fundamental points.” The Coach seemed irritated with Vucinic after he celebrated the goal by whipping off his shorts to wave them around over his head – earning a yellow card. “I told Vucinic he had a terrible game and still scored two goals… Imagine what he would’ve done if he had played well! It’s important that he scored today and that bodes well for the Bayern match, even if I’m thinking of benching him!” Juventus lost the first leg of that Champions League quarter-final 2-0 and welcome Bayern to Turin on Wednesday evening. Today the Germans beat Eintracht Frankfurt to secure the Bundesliga title with a 20-point advantage. “If we want to catch them up, then we need to impose an intense rhythm and go at them from the start,” continued Conte. “That means running a few risks. You risk finding Arjen Robben or Franck Ribery in a one-on-one situation. Robben’s introduction really hurt us, as Toni Kroos was a more defensive option. “We’d love to play 4-3-3, but Simone Pepe is injured and he’s the only one who can play wide in that trident. We’ve also got Stephan Lichtsteiner suspended, so who is going to play at full-back – me?” The Coach confirmed Giovinco will not be able to play against Bayern, as he was stretchered off today with a knee injury. “There is talk of a strained collateral ligament. He won’t recover in time for Wednesday, that’s impossible.” http://www.soccerway.com/national/italy/serie-a/20122013/regular-season/