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2nd European Supercup 5 February 1997 Juve had won their second Champions League in Rome at the expense of Ajax and then beat River Plate to clinch the Intercontinental Cup in Tokyo, the triple was completed facing and beating Paris St. Germain. In Paris on 15th January 1997, the Bianconeri romped to a 6-1 victory (goals from Porrini, Padovano, Ferrara, Padovano again, Lombardo and Amoruso). The return leg in Palermo, on 5th Feburary, was little more than a formality: Juve running out 3-1 winners, with a double by Del Piero and an additional strike from Christian Vieri.

2nd Intercontinental Cup 26 November 1996 Tokyo, November 26, 1996. Juve challenges the South American champions of River Plate. It is a Juventus at the top of the international ranking. Lippi sent on: Peruzzi, Ferrara, Torricelli, Montero, Porrini, Di Livio, Deschamps, Jugovic, Zidane, Boksic, Del Piero. The Argentines oppose players like Francescoli, Ortega Ayala and Salas. The game proves difficult start for the Bianconeri, who suffer the technique and the good tactic disposition of the opponents, but in the second half the match changes face and Juventus, slowly, assumes command of operations. A great goal by Del Piero, man of the match, seals the victory of Juventus for the second Intercontinental Cup, 11 years later the first.

2nd Champions League 22 May 1996 On the 22nd May, in Rome, Juventus is against the super favourite Ajax. The Bianconeri take all the first time to figure out how to beat the "Lancers" and at the first serious attempt they take the lead with Ravanelli. The game was frustrating, the broken balance didn’t give the Bianconeri a tactical advantage because Ajax swept forward without fear. Before the break Litmanen profited from a rebound in the area and beat Peruzzi to bring the visitors level. In the second half Juve raised their game, Vialli went desperately close to making it 2-1, whilst Padovano also tried his luck, having come on in place of Ravanelli. Nothing further occurred and the scores remained level in extra time. It went to penalties. Davids couldn’t beat Peruzzi, Ferrara netted his spot kick. Litmanen, Pessotto, Scholten and Padovano found the target, but another moment of brilliance from Peruzzi against Silooy tipped the balance in the Bianconeri’s favour. Jugovic was up next, if he scored it was all over. And he did.The cup was Juve’s and Vialli lifted it high into the Roma sky.

1st Italian Supercup 17 January 1996 17th january 1996: at Delle Alpi, filled with fog, goes on the match between Juventus and Parma, Italy Cup finalist that was defeated in the double match just from Juventus (1-0 in Turin and 2-0 in Parma). Juventus opposes: Peruzzi, Ferrara, Tacchinardi, Vierchowod, Torricelli, Conte, Paulo Sousa, Deschamps, Ravanelli, Vialli. Scala's Parma answers with: Bucci, Mussi, Fernando Couto, Sensini, Cannavaro, Di Chiara, Baggio D., Brambilla, Crippa, Zola, Stoichkov. Referee Ceccarini from Livorno. A goal by Vialli at 33' in the first half gives Juve the first success in the competition, established in the 1987-88 season.

9th Coppa Italia 11 June 1995 The final against Parma is the last act of a season that saw both sides battling for victory on all fronts, from the Championship to the UEFA Cup. As it happened, heading into the Italian cup final, both clubs stood on one trophy each. Juve won the Scudetto and Parma lifted the UEFA Cup. The first leg was played at the Delle Alpi on June 7th 1995. An dgy match was resolved by a scrappy goal, Porrini the scorer. Doubts remained as to whether 1-0 would be enough for the Bianconeri in the return leg. However, Juventus came out fighting at the Tardini and Porrini scored again, withRavanelli adding another, to end the season with a cup triumph.

23rd Scudetto 21 May 1995 Eight long years passed before Juve could reclaim the Scudetto. The summer of 1994 saw much change, returning history to the tradition. It was a completely reformed Juventus, with Marcello Lippi in charge: Ferrara at the back, Paulo Sousa and Deschamps in midfield, and the young Del Piero who had joined the first team, all notable additions. The first convincing test, an encounter between predicted title contenders, is against Sampdoria. Di Livio opened the scoring, but the assist was by Del Piero, formidable in the position of Roberto Baggio whose season had been disrupted due to injury. The team played good football but unfortunately the balance was upset. After the 0-0 against Inter, the team stumbled against Foggia. only Parma seemed to be able to keep up with the momentum possessed by Lippi’s men. After the derby was postponed due to a terrible flood that brought Piedmont to a standstill, Juve embarked on a magnificent run of victories. The second half of the season began in the right manner until Juve try to make life difficult for themselves, losing three home games in a row, but alternating these defeats with resounding victories on the road. Two games from the end, the title had been sealed at home. Ferrara and Ravanelli were ever-present, and Vialli ended the season as top scorer on 17. Ravanelli notched 15 and Del Piero joined Baggio on 8 goals, preparing to inherit his legacy.

3rd UEFA Cup 19 May 1993 Juventus added their third UEFA Cup to the trophy cabinet after a two-legged final against the German team Borussia Dortmund, winning 3-1 in Germany on 5th May (Dino and Roberto Baggio on the scoresheet) and then 3-0 at the Delle Alpi on 19th May (double from Dino Baggio and a strike from Moeller).

2nd UEFA Cup 16 May 1990 An all Italian final, against Fiorentina who had beaten Werder Bremen in the semi-final. The first leg, on 2nd May in Torino saw the farewell to the old Stadio Comunale. Juve won 3-1 with goals from Galia, Casiraghi and De Agostini. The return leg, on neutral territory of Avellino, finished 0-0. Juve had got their hands on the second UEFA Cup in their history.

8th Coppa Italia 25 April 1990 The first leg against Sacchi’s Rossoneri was played at the Stadio Comunale on 28th February. Zoff’s Juventus were on top and pressed for a winner but neither side were able to break the deadlock. The decider took place on 25th April. Milan were first out the blocks, but they were taken apart by a Juve counter attack from which Galia scored one of his most important goals. Milan beaten at home and Juve held the cup aloft in front of a sold out San Siro. A triumph for Zoff’s men, to be doubled soon with a UEFA Cup win.

22nd Scudetto 27 April 1986 Juventus who had won the Champions Cup the year before, began the 1985-86 season with a bang, preparing in the best possible way for the Intercontinental cup to be played on 8th December in Tokyo. Eight victories in the first eight Sundays left a clear mark on the league. At the end of the first half of the season, the gap had become six points ahead of Napoli, and eight over Roma and Inter. But the Giallorossi, from here on in, upped their game. Juventus lost their momentum and Roma made up ground, reducing the gap. Both sides went equal on points when There were just two fixtures left to play. The penultimate game was a potential stumbling block for the Bianconeri, against reigning champions Milan. Roma faced already relegated Lecce. The unthinkable happened: the team from Puglia playing with fluidity beat Roma (3-2) in a stunned Olympic stadium, while Juve overcame Milan with difficulty thanks to a goal from Laudrup. Juve 43, Roma 41. Further surprises were awaited on the final day, given that this time it would be Juve playing against Lecce. But with three goals from Mauro, Cabrini and Serena, the Bianconeri won in Puglia, while a Roma in crisis also surrendered in Como, leaving Juve four points clear as champions.

1st Intercontinental Cup 8 December 1985 Juventus came up against Argentinos Juniors in the Intercontinental Cup, who had seen the emergence of none other than Maradona. Argentinos played with technical superiority and passion, and with tactical organization as well. They were accurate in covering and very aggressive in tackles. Juve twice were forced to one behind. A penalty from Platini and a flash of brilliance from Laudrup saw the Bianconeri have a strong grip on both the game and the cup. German referee Roth combined a historical blunder. It happened in the middle of the second half: from the edge of the area, Michel controlled the ball on his chest and then struck a half volley which bounced over the line towards the far net corner. Roth disallowed the goal, a moment that will never be understood. The elegant protests of Platini, who laid down on the ground, resulted in a picture known worldiwide. Juve pointed the finger and set off again but Laudrup prevented Juve from leaving Tokyo empty handed. In the extra time nothing of note happened. The game went to penalties. Brio began proceedings, 3-2. Olguin responded, 3-3. Then Cabrini and the score was at 4-3. Batista’s turn occurred and Tacconi made his first miracle. The gap had increased, 5-3. Then Lopez brought the score back to 5-4. A tired Laudrup stepped up and saw his shot saved by Vidallè. Were Juventus back to square one? Not at all. Tacconi was charged up, Pavoni failed to score. It was all on Platini to win the game for the Bianconeri, and he scored.The biggest cup of all had been won by Juventus. For the first time ever.

1st Champions League 29 May 1985 The most prestigious cup, narrowly missed out on in 1983 in Athens, was the proclaimed objective of season 1984-85. May 1985 in Bruxelles. An evening tainted by sadness, which saw 39 innocent victims lose their lives. The game still went ahead in order to avoid further violence. Juventus clinched the trophy with a penalty from Platini. The most wonderful cup won on the most tragic evening.

1st European Supercup 16 January 1985 16th January 1985, Torino: an extraordinary Juventus Vs Liverpool encounter was able to go ahead only after the last minute help from of hundreds of volunteers who snow from the pitch. The English side were the reigning champions of Europe, having won the Champions Cup in Roma, at expense of the Giallorossi, following a penalty shoot out. Juve had enjoyed their own success in Europe, clinching the Cup Winners Cup in Basle at the expense of Porto. Trapattoni sent the following side into battle: Bodini, Favero, Cabrini, Bonini, Brio, Scirea, Briaschi, Tardelli, Rossi, Platini and Boniek. It proved to be a magical night for Zibì Boniek who scored his two goals in the 39th minute and 78th minute. A good performance to lift the biggest cup, which was still missing in the trophy cabinet.

Cup Winners' Cup 16 May 1984 In Basle, the 16th May 1984, Juve met Porto. Trapattoni sent the following side into battle: Tacconi, Gentile Cabrini; Bonini Brio Scirea; Vignola Tardelli Rossi Platini Boniek. The fear of Athens vanished after a few minutes. Vignola flung himself into an impossible position and connected with Platini’s pass to make it 1-0. However, the lead didn’t last long: Sousa struck the shot of his life, which flew past Tacconi from the edge of the area. 1-1, all to play for. Boniek then stepped up to the plate in the 41st minute, finding the strength of mind and physical presence to scamper free of his opponents and make it 2-1. The score remained the same after the break, resulting in triumph and praise for captain Scirea and his team mates, dressed in yellow and blue, in a sea of black and white flags.The historic double had been sealed.

21st Scudetto 29 April 1984 Some sad departures and important arrivals: Dino Zoff retired at the age of 41, and Bettega went to finish a glittering career in Canada. A new goalkeeper, Stefano Tacconi a young Umbrian prospect arrived from Avellino and Beniamino Vignola, who possessed a deadly left foot. Nico Penzo was the centre forward recruited to support Rossi. This was the Juve of Michel Platini. The first game was in September, at an almost full Stadio Comunale: Ascoli were unable to build the barricade that Juve struck and put the boot in, winning 7-0. Penzo scored four times, with both his head and his feet. Beating Inter with goals from Platini and Vignola and winning their last game of the year against Avellino, Juve were front runners for the title in winter. The second half of the season was straightforward. he hard work had been done. Il ritorno dei bianconeri è regolarissimo. Il più è fatto. A penalty from Vignola against Fiorentina on 1stApril and a wonderful performance from the whole team in Milan against Inter on 29thApril ended the contest. Juventus were champions on the penultimate day of the season and could focus on the Cup Winners Cup. Ever present were Scirea and Paolo Rossi with 30 appearances. Top scorer of the championship with 20 goals was Platini.

7th Coppa Italia 22 June 1983 Lying in wait for Trapattoni’s men were Verona, the success story of the season who had battled with Roma for the Scudetto. At the Bentegodi stadium the Gialloblu played better and deservedly won 2-0. But Juve came out fighting in the second leg. Paolo Rossi scored in the first half and Platini found an equaliser in the closing stages, sending the game into extra time. Both teams played out a tiring additional period, which sprung to life when Cabrini’s good work on the left hand side provided the assist for a magnificent winning goal by Platini. 3-0 and the Coppa Italia lifted by Juve.

20th Scudetto 16 May 1982 Another enduring but glorious season for Juventus was that of1981-82. In the summer, midfielder Massimo Bonini was added to their ranks from the previous season, along with the return of striker Virdis. The Viola and the Bianconeri increased their gap from the other contenders, so at the start of the second half of the season only Inter, three points behind, were still in the hunt for the title. The chase between Fiorentina and Juve was riveting: they remained level until the 21st match. Then, on 14thMarch, the turning point: Juve were rampant away against the Giallorossi while Fiorentina were held by Torino. The table was as follows: Juve 34, Fiorentina 33. The direct clash on 4th April didn’t change a thing, as it finished 0-0. But the Viola took advantage of the Bianconeri’s draw against Ascoli to regain top spot in the 26thmatch. Again, a small lead over Juventus was achieved in the 28th game. The title race seemed over, but not quite yet: Juve failed to beat Napoli in the penultimate game while the Viola emerged victorious against Udinese. The results left both sides on 44 points, so perhaps a deciding game would be required. Two away games remained. Juve travelled to Catanzaro, while Cagliari hosted Fiorentina. The Viola couldn’t find a way past Cagliari and a Liam Brady penalty was decisive. No need for a decider, the Scudetto was again Juve’s.

19th Scudetto 24 May 1981 In 1980-81, Falcao’s Roma started as big favourites for the title, with Inter predicted as their closest rivals. With only important playmaker Liam Brady joining in the summer, the Bianconeri had a gentle start and after nine games they were behind Roma, Inter, Cagliari, Catanzaro, Fiorentina, Torino and Napoli, even though the table was very close and only four points separated Trapattoni’s men from the Giallorossi. The recovery started and the 13thgame saw Juventus now considered as a third contender for the Championship, alongside Napoli, chasing Roma and Inter. In the final match of the first half of the season Juventus were two points from Roma and just one away from Inter. Juve prepared to face the second half of the season with new ammunition. On 12thApril, the championship remained up in the air: three squads tied on 35 points.10thMay, Juve drew with Roma amongst great controversy: Juve 40, Roma 39, Napoli 38. The penultimate game saw Napoli face Juve and Roma awaited a Neapolitan success so they could overtake the Bianconeri. But at San Paolo, a dominant Juve won deservedly and maintained, with only one more game to go, their one point advantage over the Giallorossi, Napoli now left out of contention. The season ended without further drama on 24thMay at the Stadio Comunale. The race was over, Juve again timed their winning run to perfection. Zoff was an ever present and the icon of an indestructible squad.

6th Coppa Italia 20 June 1979 The game took place in Napoli, against Palermo, a team who had enjoyed a series of impressive and unexpected results. The Rosanero showed their good form from the off, taking a shock 1-0 lead. In the second half Palermo defended bravely, but failed to hold out as Brio equalised for Juve in the 90thminute. A tense period of extra time followed and, just as both sides were preparing for penalties, a Causio goal clinched Juve’s sixth Coppa Italia.

18th Scudetto 7 May 1978 In the 1977-78 season, Juventus were preparing for the Champions League and equipped themselves with reinforcements. After a long on-off transfer saga, Virdis a promising striker from Cagliari put pen to paper. Wingers Fanna and Verza also completed their moves to the Bianconeri. The Bianconeri’s path was straightforward; exploiting the Rossoneri’s critical moment, Juventus took control of the table and at the end of the first half of the season they were 2 points ahead of Torino, 3 ahead of Vicenza and 4 points better off than Milan. The draw at the Olympic stadium against the Giallorossi clinched title number 18 on the penultimate day of the season. Bettega, Causio, Cuccureddu and Zoff were ever present in a squad that in a few weeks time would almost all be wearing the Italian shirt in the Argentinian World Cup. On June, 6th 1978 in the victorious fixture against Hungary in Mar del Plata, nine Juventus players were on the pitch: Zoff, Gentile, Cabrini, Benetti, Scirea, Causio, Tardelli, Bettega and Cuccureddu.

17th Scudetto 22 May 1977 Season 1976-77. Torino began as title holders, with Juve inpartial transition. Trapattoni was now managing the side and Boninsegna and Benetti had replaced Anastasi and Capello. More than a football championship, it resembled a Grand Prix race between the two Torinese sides. The 12thmatch saw Juve and Torino level once again, both on 21 points, leaving the other sides in their wake; at the end of the first leg they incredibly had 25 points each. The teams drew level again, on 43 points, following the 26th match. Then the story takes it’s own course: on 30thApril, the Bianconeri won against Napoli with Torino being shut out again by Lazio. Juve 45, Torino 44. There were three games to go but nothing changed: Torino continued their winning streak, but it wasn’t enough, because Juventus were equal to it and on 22ndMay they clinched an extraordinary title win with 51 points. Torino were not given the chance to catch them finishing on 50.

1st UEFA Cup 18 May 1977 A double final was on the horizon against Basque outfit Athletic Bilbao. Two battles. Tardelli’s goal secured a 1-0 win in Torino. In Bilbao, in a red-hot atmosphere, Juve made a sensational start, going in front through Bettega, but then Bilbao scored two to pull the tie level on aggregate. However, it proved not to be enough to clinch the trophy, the Bianconeri won on away goals and followed up their success by winning the Scudetto with 51 points out of 60.

16th Scudetto 18 May 1975 Carletto Parola returned to the Juventus dugout after fifteen years, the man known for his legendary overhead kick. Arriving at the club were Damiani and Scirea, who took Salvadore’s shirt. It was an exemplary season, almost trouble free. The scudetto was mathematically clinched on the last day, due to a slip in the penultimate game in Firenze, and saw a party atmosphere without worries. 18th May: Juve 5-0 Vicenza. Parola’s title win was helped by goals from the whole side, from Anastasi to Damiani and Altafini to Bettega. Napoli finished second, two points off the leaders and Roma ended the season in third.

15th Scudetto 20 May 1973 A thrilling championship. Juve reigning champions, reinforced by the arrivals of Zoff and Altafini but distracted by the Champions Cup. Milan were strong candidates and Lazio had made a notable improvement. The Bianconeri had not begun in the same form as in the previous season, they surrendered in the derby and failed to score in the draws against Napoli and Sampdoria. Lazio managed to break away from Milan and moreover Juventus, who were four points adrift. The final day, 20th May 1973. The last games on the fixture list were Roma Vs Juve, Verona Vs Milan and Napoli Vs Lazio. Milan were affected by tired legs and their efforts in the Cup Winners Cup victory in Salonicco. They surrendered to Verona’s real determination. But the Bianconeri were also tired and, in the heat of the Olympic stadium, fell behind to a strike from Spadoni (0-1), whilst Napoli and Lazio drew. The Bianconeri seized the moment and turned the corner. Altafini equalized. No news from Napoli meant good news. Then, in the final minutes, a goal from Cuccureddu decided the season. Scudetto number 15, the most sensational in Juve’s history, at least before 15th May 2002…

14th Scudetto 28 May 1972 1971-72. Juve with Vycpalek in charge were an emerging force. But they weren’t the only side. Milan, Torino andCagliari, along with reigning champions Inter, were determined and to be feared. The first games were full of different emotions. In the return games the championship, already thought to be a formality for Juventus, is opened up. On 23rd April, Juve with a stunning Causio destroyed Inter whilst Milan beat Toro with a penalty from Benetti. The table stood as follows: Juve 38, Torino 37, Milan 36. The Bianconeri increased their lead on the following Sunday, beating Cagliari, but 90 minutes from the end only a point separated Salvadore and his team mates from Milan and Torino. This time there were to be no final day worries or surprises: vincono Milan and Torino both won, but also Juve beat Vicenza. Scudetto number 14, tricky but deserved, sealed at home.