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Champions League: Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund – probable line-ups Italian sources claim that Juventus will look to Lois Openda and Jonathan David for their Champions League opener against Borussia Dortmund tonight. It kicks off at 21:00 CET (20:00 BST) at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. ............ Andrea Cambiaso returns to action after a two-game ban in Serie A and is expected to start as a left wing-back, with Pierre Kalulu on the opposite flank. Kenan Yildiz will get the nod as an attacking midfielder, while Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli will be confirmed in central midfield, just like Lloyd Kelly, Gleison Bremer and Federico Gatti at the back. Edon Zhegrova and Fabio Miretti are still injured, and Francisco Conceiçao didn’t train with the rest of the team on Monday, so he’s likely to be omitted from the Juventus squad list that will be released later this morning. ............ Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund – Probable line-ups Juventus (3-4-1-2): Di Gregorio; Gatti, Bremer, Kelly; Kalulu, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Yildiz; David, Openda. Borussia Dortmund (3-4-3): Kobel; Ryerson, Anton, Bensebaini; Yan Couto, Bellingham, Nmecha, Svensson; Adeyemi, Guirassy, Beier. .. Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-b-dortmund-probable-line-ups-watch-tv/

Francisco Conceicao still trained apart from the rest of the squad Francisco Conceição was absent from Juventus’ victory over Inter Milan after returning early from international duty with Portugal due to injury. His absence was felt by the Bianconeri, who regard him as a vital figure in their attacking setup and had hoped he would be available for such an important fixture. ............ The focus now shifts to the Champions League, where Juventus are set to face Borussia Dortmund this week. Conceição will be eager to return in time for the European tie, but uncertainty remains regarding his fitness. The winger did not join group training and instead continued an individual programme designed to help him regain full fitness at the Allianz Stadium. This situation leaves Juventus with an important decision to make. While Conceição’s inclusion would undoubtedly strengthen their attacking options, the club may take a cautious approach to avoid aggravating the injury. At this stage, it appears increasingly likely that he could miss the midweek fixture and only return at the weekend. ............ Conceição’s creativity and dynamism make him one of Juventus’ most effective attacking outlets, and his return will be welcomed once he is fully fit. However, the club’s depth in forward areas ensures that there is no pressing need to rush him back prematurely. A measured recovery could be more beneficial in the long term, ensuring he is available for the crucial run of fixtures ahead. ............ .. Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-attacker-still-trained-apart-from-the-rest-of-the-squad/

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Champions League Preview: Juventus vs. Borussia Dortmund ............ So now, we fast forward back to the present time in which Juventus are coming off a wild win over Inter at the weekend. The midweek matchup in which they quickly shift their focus to isn’t against a potential relegation battler. Instead, it’s their Champions League opener against Borussia Dortmund, a team they were playing against in a summertime friendly just a month ago. Tuesday night’s matchup at the Stadium will see Juventus look to keep this early-season success going, with Dortmund being looked at as just as much of a test right out of the gate in Europe as PSV Eindhoven was a year ago. ............ If that first experience in the league phase taught us anything, it’s probably this: just try and get into the top eight as much as possible. Avoid the play-off round. Just don’t even risk your entire European future for the season coming down to 180 minutes and added two more games onto an already busy schedule as we approach the late-winter portion of the season. Of course, when it comes to Juventus playing Borussia Dortmund, the fact they just played a friendly against one another on Aug. 10 is an interesting subplot to all of this. How much can you take out of it and apply to this matchup? I don’t really know. It’s a friendly in comparison to the first Champions League fixture of the season, which comes with its own unique bit of intensity. So as much as we can say Juventus played well in said friendly — which they did on top of simply getting the win — it’s still no match for what they’re set to face Tuesday night. ............ Juventus and Dortmund last played a competitive fixture in 2015 when Carlos Tévez scored that banger of a goal in Germany to get the ball rolling and help the Bianconeri continue their march toward the Champions League final. ............ TEAM NEWS Just as was the case over the weekend, Francisco Conceição won’t be available due to muscle fatigue that caused him to return from international duty with Portugal early. As he said at his introductory press conference last week, Deadline Day signing Edon Zhegorva is still working toward full fitness and won’t be ready until after the weekend trip to Hellas Verona at the earliest. Fabio Miretti is also doubt as he continues to work his way back from the injury he suffered in preseason. Both Conceição and Miretti did not training with the group on Monday. ............ Even though this isn’t Serie A and his two-game suspension is now over, it’s safe to say that Andrea Cambiaso will be well rested as he likely retakes his spot in the starting lineup on Tuesday night. This is also to serve as a reminder that Cambiaso scored both goals against Dortmund in the friendly the two teams played last month. When asked about the morale of the squad coming out of the big win over Inter at the weekend, Tudor said: “The squad is doing well in every respect.” A nice little tidbit coming into this one: Tudor will become only the fourth person to both play for and then manage Juventus in the Champions League, joining a list that includes Ciro Ferrara, Antonio Conte and most recently Andrea Pirlo. This will be the first game in the Champions League that Tudor will coach since the group stage in 2022 when he was manager at Marseille. They only won two of their six fixtures, losing the other four and finishing bottom of a group that also included Tottenham, Sporting and Eintracht Frankfurt. JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH Coming off a huge win over Inter, there’s a lot of directions we can go with this. The vibes are good, there’s a positive energy coming from this team and obviously you’re going to get a lot of good performers when you start the season with three straight wins and an emotional Derby d’Italia victory. ............ Khephren Thuram is Juventus’ most talented midfielder. I don’t think there’s an argument for somebody else. No offense to Manuel Locatelli, but you look at Thuram and feel like he can only get better from his current form is — and that’s an enticing thought for the future regarding a player who clearly loves where he’s at. (And so does his fashion icon father, who did a thing or two in Turin during his playing career.) So, with that said, it’s easy to think that Juventus need Thuram at his best if they want to win these big fixtures during the Champions League league phase. So far this season, he’s been rather good, too. Thuram currently leads Serie A in tackles. He’s got the most successful dribbles on the Juventus roster by somebody not named Kenan Yildiz. His game-tying goal against Inter provided Juventus with the jolt of energy they needed to get the late-game comeback truly going just when it looked like they might not get points. ............ MATCH INFO When: Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Where: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy. Official kickoff time: 9 p.m. local time in Italy and across Europe, 8 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 3 p.m. Eastern time, 2 p.m. Central time, 12 p.m. Pacific time. .. Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/match-previews/32151/juventus-borussia-dortmund-2025-champions-league-league-phase-preview-team-news-schedule-how-to-watch

Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund: Preview and Prediction The UEFA Champions League group stage returns this week with a heavyweight clash at the Allianz Stadium as Juventus host Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night. Both clubs enter the contest in fine domestic form, setting the stage for an enticing European encounter. Juventus arrive with momentum after edging an exhilarating 4-3 Derby d’Italia victory over Inter Milan at the weekend. Despite trailing 3-2 with less than 15 minutes to play, late strikes turned the tide and extended their flawless start to the Serie A season. Igor Tudor’s men now sit second in the table behind Napoli only on goal difference, with three wins from three. The Old Lady’s sharp attack has yielded seven goals in their first three league matches, though their defensive record faltered for the first time against Inter. That balance between attacking flair and defensive stability will be critical if Juventus are to improve on last season’s disappointing Champions League campaign. In 2024/25, Juventus finished 20th in the league phase with just nine points, and their elimination in the round of 16 playoff against PSV Eindhoven (4-3 on aggregate) highlighted their European frailties. They failed to score in three of their last four league-phase games, and their record against Bundesliga opponents was mixed: a narrow 3-2 win over RB Leipzig offset by a 1-0 loss to VfB Stuttgart. ............ Dortmund warmed up for this clash with a comfortable 2-0 victory over FC Heidenheim, aided by an early red card that left their opponents a man short for 70 minutes. Niko Kovac’s men took advantage, creating three big chances while allowing just one shot on target. The result gave BVB back-to-back league wins and extended their unbeaten start to the Bundesliga season. ............ Team News & Tactics Juventus Juventus head into their Champions League opener with a relatively clean bill of health. Most of Igor Tudor’s first-team regulars are available for selection, and there are no major suspensions to contend with. The only concern would be any late knocks picked up in training, but as it stands, Tudor should be able to deploy a strong lineup against Borussia Dortmund. The defensive structure looks particularly settled. Gleison Bremer is expected to anchor the back three, flanked by Federico Gatti and summer arrival Lloyd Kelly. This trio gives Juve a blend of physical strength, aerial dominance, and composure on the ball. Tudor is set to line up his side in a 3-4-1-2 formation, designed to give balance between solidity at the back and dynamism in attack. In goal, Michele Di Gregorio will continue as the first-choice goalkeeper. Ahead of him, the three-man defence will feature Federico Gatti on the right side, Gleison Bremer marshalling the central area, and Lloyd Kelly slotting in on the left of the back line. The wing-back roles are crucial in Tudor’s system. Pierre Kalulu will operate on the right, providing pace and width both defensively and offensively, while Weston McKennie is likely to start on the left, offering versatility and energy to shuttle up and down the flank. In midfield, Manuel Locatelli will sit at the base, tasked with dictating play and recycling possession under pressure. Alongside him, Khephren Thuram brings physicality and ball-carrying ability, complementing Locatelli’s metronomic passing. Ahead of them, Kenan Yildiz is expected to operate in the advanced playmaking role, linking midfield with attack and providing creativity between the lines. Up front, Dusan Vlahovic and Jonathan David should form the strike partnership. Vlahovic offers a powerful penalty-box presence, while David’s intelligent movement and finishing instinct provide a more mobile threat. Probable Lineup (3-4-1-2): Di Gregorio; Gatti, Bremer, Kelly; Kalulu, Locatelli, Thuram, McKennie; Yildiz; Vlahovic, David Borussia Dortmund ............ Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Kobel; Anselmino, Anton, Bensebaini; Couto, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Svensson; Brandt, Beier; Guirassy Key Stats This will be the 10th competitive meeting between Juventus and Borussia Dortmund in Europe. The Old Lady have won six of the previous nine encounters, losing just twice. Borussia Dortmund have lost five of their last six away games against Italian opposition in the Champions League (W1). Their only success in that run was a 2-1 victory at Bologna last season. Juventus have never lost when opening a European Cup/UEFA Champions League campaign. Out of 14 opening fixtures, they have won 11 and drawn three, including a 3-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven in last year’s edition. Borussia Dortmund have made fast starts in Europe, winning their opening group-stage fixture in three of the last four Champions League campaigns. The only exception was a 2-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in 2023/24. Igor Tudor will oversee his first Champions League campaign as Juventus manager in 2025/26. If successful, he would become only the fourth individual to both play for and manage Juventus in this competition, following in the footsteps of Ciro Ferrara, Antonio Conte, and Andrea Pirlo. Player to Watch Jonathan David All eyes will be on Jonathan David, Juventus’s summer signing who has been brought in to add pace, movement, and goals to Igor Tudor’s frontline. The Canadian striker has already begun to show flashes of his quality, offering clever runs in behind and a tireless work rate that stretches defences and creates space for strike partner Dusan Vlahovic. David’s versatility allows him to play as both a poacher and a second striker, linking play with midfielders like Kenan Yildiz while also being clinical in the penalty area. Against Borussia Dortmund’s makeshift back line, which will be without established figures like Niklas Süle and Nico Schlotterbeck, his intelligent positioning could prove decisive. ............ Prediction Juventus 1-1 Borussia Dortmund Juventus will look to use their home advantage and carry momentum from their dramatic derby win into Europe, but Borussia Dortmund’s defensive solidity and away form suggest this could be a tight affair. Both teams are capable of scoring, yet they may ultimately cancel each other out in an evenly matched contest. The Hard Tackle predicts a 1-1 draw between Juventus and Borussia Dortmund in the midweek UEFA Champions League clash. .. Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/09/16/juventus-vs-borussia-dortmund-preview-and-prediction/

Kovac: ‘Juventus have enormous potential, we will have to resist the pressure’ Borussia Dortmund head coach Nico Kovac was full of praise for Juventus and his friend Igor Tudor ahead of the meeting of the two sides in the Champions League on Tuesday night, but insists that the Bundesliga side ‘want to show that we have the quality to impose ourselves’. ............ Kovac believes that the home advantage will be a huge benefit to Juventus on Tuesday night. “We’re playing away from home tomorrow night, and that’s an advantage for them. There will be 40,000 fans in attendance. We will have to resist the pressure from their fans as well. “We saw the qualities of this team when we played them in Dortmund, we saw that they have a great squad with enormous potential, but we want to show tomorrow that we have the quality to impose ourselves in Turin.” ............ “I’m happy to go up against my friend Igor tomorrow, and his coaching career doesn’t surprise me. “It’s an exceptional achievement to have made it to the Champions League, and he did very well in France as well. Juventus have a lot of good players. We’ll see how it ends tomorrow.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/kovac-juventus-have-enormous-potential/

Locatelli: Juventus ‘more of a group than last year, excited for Dortmund’ Manuel Locatelli is looking forward to leading Juventus into their new Champions League campaign as club captain, and says that the Bianconeri are full of confidence ahead of their opener against Borussia Dortmund following their 4-3 victory over rivals Inter in the Derby d’Italia. ............ Locatelli joined head coach Tudor for the pre-match press conference on Monday evening. Here is what the Juve skipper had to say: “We’re coming in exciting and this match brings a lot of enthusiasm after winning the Derby d’Italia. So it’s certainly a good thing, we’re excited, we’re doing well and we’re confident. “The Champions League starts tomorrow, which is the best competition there is. We’re at home and there will be a great atmosphere, hearing that music will be very special and we’re all very excited.” ............ “We had regrets about our elimination last year. The group is in good shape, we’re training well together. We approach it giving 100%, at home, in front of our fans, it’s important to start well. “There are teams that are stronger than us, but our secret is that when we are compact, we’re solid and we want to work hard. The goal is to try and get as far as possible, we have to be ready for any surprises. We have to be enthusiastic and have a desire to play as a team.” ............ “We’re working well with the coach, we finished well under him last year and starting again with him and his staff has been important. It was important to get to know each other better during the Club World Cup, and it was also important from a personal point of view. But yes, maybe we are more of a group than last year.” ............ “It’s a different competition, there’s a lot of quality in attack. There are various teams that play differently. Last year PSG won because of their quality up front, but also because of Donnarumma’s saves.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/locatelli-juventus-more-of-a-group-last-year/

Tudor: Juventus ‘have to play a good game against Dortmund, we’ll see about Yildiz’ Igor Tudor has made it clear that he needs a strong performance from his Juventus players in their first Champions League match of the season, which falls against Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday night, and says we will have to wait and see whether Kenan Yildiz starts against after his Derby d’Italia stunner against Inter over the weekend. ............ “(They’re) a very strong team, not only in Germany, but also on a European level. We played them in a friendly, now it’s a totally different game. It’s nice, the first (Champions League) game at home and it’s a really high-level game and we can’t wait for it to start,” Tudor said of Tuesday night’s opposition during his pre-match press conference on Monday night. ............ Journalists asked Tudor what he makes of the comparisons between the young Turkish talent Yildiz and another Bianconeri no.10, Alessandro Del Piero. Tudor, however, is not keen on the comparison: “You make the comparisons, but he doesn’t think about Del Piero at all. He plays football and you make these comparisons. You have to leave the boy to live his life and grow without talking about him every day. He’s doing well. Asked if Yildiz is guaranteed to start after his Derby d’Italia brilliance, Tudor replied: “We’ll see.” When asked how high he thinks this Juventus team can go, Tudor replied: “I never think about where we can go. We have to play a good game against Dortmund. We have to be quick and see where we can hurt them. This is a competition with top teams and difficult matches.” ............ And reflecting on the Derby d’Italia victory over Inter, Tudor added: “We played against the strongest team in Serie A with their squad, in my opinion, they’re also ahead of Napoli. ............ “When I was coaching in Verona, I said I preferred a 4-3 to a 1-0. That was three years ago. My philosophy now is to win first and foremost, then, if we can score more goals, score them. I like attacking football, but it depends on the players’ characteristics. The goal is to win, then I aim for more goals. A 3-0 would be better.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/tudor-juventus-need-a-good-game-vs-dortmund/

Head Coach Tudor vetoed departure of Juventus hero Adzic this summer Vasilije Adzic has immediately cemented himself in the history of Juventus after the Montenegrin teenager scored the winning goal in his side’s 4-3 win over Inter in Saturday night’s Derby d’Italia. ............ It was the 19-year-old’s 10th appearance for the Bianconeri but reports in the Italian press today revealed that Juventus nearly sold the player in the summer, before head coach Igor Tudor vetoed the departure. ............ Adzic was coveted by a number of teams during the summer transfer window. Serie A sides Sassuolo and Genoa were both interested in the midfielder, along with ambitious Serie B side Palermo. The three clubs wanted to push for a loan deal for the 19-year-old but Tudor was quick to veto any possible departure. An offer from the Bundesliga was turned down for Adzic. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/tudor-vetoed-departure-of-juventus-hero-adzic/

New Juventus signing wants VAR eliminated Jonathan David has shared his perspective on football’s ongoing use of VAR, making it clear that if given the choice, he would prefer to see the game played without the technology. The Canadian striker, who recently made the move to Juventus, has already begun to demonstrate his quality with strong performances for the Italian club. His arrival in the last transfer window was viewed as an important addition, and Juventus regard him as one of their key attacking options for the season. ............ However, when the conversation shifted away from his performances on the pitch and towards potential improvements to the sport, David made his feelings on VAR very clear. The introduction of video assistant refereeing was intended to improve fairness, yet it continues to divide opinion. Controversial calls and lengthy delays often dominate discussions after matches, creating frustration for players, managers, and supporters alike. ............ Speaking openly on the subject, David stated: “The easiest one for me would be to get rid of VAR and go back to how it was before.” His words underline the growing debate over whether the technology has truly benefitted football or whether it has detracted from the flow and spirit of the game. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/new-juventus-signing-wants-var-eliminated/

Referees appointed for Juventus, Inter & Atalanta Champions League games UEFA have officially confirmed the referee appointments for this week’s Champions League matches for Juventus against Dortmund, Ajax against Inter and PSG vs Atalanta. ............ Juventus and Inter have both reached the final twice since Mourinho’s Nerazzurri lifted the treble but have lost in every occasion. ............ JUVENTUS-BORUSSIA DORTMUND Referee: François Letexier (France) Assistants: Cyril Mugnier (France), Mehdi Rahmouni (France) Fourth official: Jérémie Pignard (France) Video Assistant Referee: Jérôme Brisard (France) Assistant Video Assistant Referee: Willy Delajod (France) AJAX-INTER Referee: Michael Oliver (England) Assistants: Stuart Burt (England), James Mainwaring (England) ............ PSG-ATALANTAReferee: Sandro Scharer (Switzerland)Assistants: Stéphane De Almeida (Switzerland), Jonas Erni (Switzerland) ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/ref-juventus-inter-atalanta-champions-league/

Preview: Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund - prediction, team news, lineups With the Champions League set to return on Tuesday, Juventus will host Borussia Dortmund on Tuesday at Allianz Stadium. The Italian home side will hope to continue their perfect start to the campaign, with the club beating rivals Inter Milan 4-3 in Serie A on Saturday, while the Bundesliga visitors won 2-0 against Heidenheim on the same day. Match preview Juventus trailed 3-2 against Inter when Marcus Thuram netted their third in the 76th minute, but two goals from the 83rd minute onwards ensured that the hosts claimed a third victory in the league, ending the weekend in second place behind Napoli on goal difference. The Old Lady's win last time out means they have won three out of three in 2025-26, and they did also prevail in four of their prior six competitive outings, with both of their losses in that time coming in the Club World Cup. Igor Tudor's side failed to keep a clean sheet for the first time this season when they faced Inter, though they have now found the back of the net on seven occasions. The hosts' Champions League performances last term were poor considering they finished 20th in the league phase with nine points, but while they were entered into the round of 16 playoff round, they squandered their lifeline by losing 4-3 on aggregate against PSV Eindhoven in February. Juve failed to score in three of their final four games in the league phase, and though they did beat Bundesliga opponents RB Leipzig 3-2 in October 2024, they were beaten 1-0 by Bundesliga side Stuttgart in the same month. The White and Blacks have triumphed in their past six home fixtures - all six were in Serie A - but they suffered two defeats at Allianz Stadium in their four most recent European matches at the ground. ............ Head coach Niko Kovac has overseen three victories and a draw so far this campaign - scoring nine times - and his side are currently second in the Bundesliga with seven points from three matches. Dortmund have won two and drawn one of their three away outings in 2025-26, and they ended 2024-25 with two wins and a stalemate in their final three matches on the road. Juventus form (all competitions): W W W Borussia Dortmund form (all competitions): W D W W Team News Most of Juventus' first-team options are fit, so barring any late injuries, centre-back Bremer should be expected to play in the middle of a back three with Federico Gatti and Lloyd Kelly. Manuel Locatelli's ability to take possession under pressure will be vital in midfield, and he may be partnered by Khephren Thuram. In the frontline, Jonathan David and Dusan Vlahovic could start together, supported by Kenan Yildiz. Borussia Dortmund's strong defensive displays are remarkable given they have not been able to call upon Emre Can, Niklas Sule or Nico Schlotterbeck in defence. ............ Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Gatti, Bremer, Kelly; Kalulu, Locatelli, Thuram, McKennie; Yildiz; Vlahovic, David Borussia Dortmund possible starting lineup: Kobel; Anselmino, Anton, Bensebaini; Couto, Sabitzer, Bellingham, Svensson; Brandt, Beier; Guirassy We say: Juventus 2-2 Borussia Dortmund Juventus showed their vulnerability against Inter, and given Dortmund have been strong away from home, they should be confident of creating opportunities. The hosts should also be confident that they can threaten BVB's ravaged backline, so it would not be surprising if the two sides played out an entertaining draw. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/champions-league/preview/juventus-vs-dortmund-prediction-team-news-lineups_581494.html

Tudor reveals Yildiz did not play how he wanted against Inter Milan Kenan Yildiz once again proved his growing importance to Juventus as he played a decisive role in their Derby d’Italia victory over Inter Milan. The 20-year-old continues to mature into one of the club’s most influential players, delivering performances that belie his age and strengthening his position as a cornerstone of Juventus’ long-term project. ............ Tudor has entrusted the young forward with greater responsibility, often granting him freedom in attacking roles. This confidence has enabled Yildiz to embrace the challenge of becoming the poster boy for the current Juventus side, where his influence continues to grow. ............ Despite his overall impact, Tudor noted that Yildiz did not fully carry out specific tactical instructions during the clash with Inter. The Juventus coach explained, “I used a sort of diamond formation with Yildiz behind Vlahovic, but we didn’t do it well. We didn’t press well and we dropped back too quickly. He has to find space behind the striker; he’s a strong player, and strong players need to stay closer to the goal. Now we have to adapt because we have three central attackers; we have to make the most of our squad. It’s nice to win even if you don’t have a great game.” Tudor’s comments underline both the expectations placed on Yildiz and the broader tactical flexibility required as Juventus balance their attacking options. While there are areas for refinement in his positional play, the manager’s trust highlights the belief that Yildiz will continue to develop into a decisive figure. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/tudor-reveals-yildiz-did-not-play-how-he-wanted-against-inter-milan/

Former Inter player defends Thuram for laughing incident against Juventus Former Inter defender Andrea Ranocchia has revealed that the image captured of Marcus Thuram laughing with his brother Khephren after Juventus took the lead in Saturday’s Derby d’Italia is a simple misunderstanding. Ranocchia said “I won’t reveal my source but I know that Thuram simply told his brother ‘to tell the truth, you committed a foul’, and the brothers burst into laughter. That’s all there is to it.” ............ A simple incident but one which infuriated Inter fans in the immediate aftermath of the match. Head coach Cristian Chivu also told the press to “stop making controversy” after they asked him about the photograph after the game. ............ Marcus Thuram had only just given Inter the lead when six minutes later his brother Khephren equalised through a header. In stoppage time, Montenegrin youngster Vasilije Adzic scored a wonderful effort from long-range to give Igor Tudor’s side all three points and leaving Inter to return home to Lombardy with nothing. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/former-inter-player-defends-thuram-juventus/

Juventus hero’s old coach: ‘He reminds me of Pogba…’ Vasilije Adzic was the hero for Juventus on Saturday evening, scoring a delightful long-range effort to grant the Bianconeri a monumental win over Inter in the first Derby d’Italia of the season. ............ Ivan Brnovic, who coached the Juventus starlet at his last club Buducnost Podgorica, revealed “I’ll say one thing right away. The goal, that kind of goal against Inter, isn’t a surprise to me. That’s Adzic’s value and now in Italy you’ll realise how much he’s worth.” “He has it all,” the coach continued, “physicality, shooting, pace, hunger, determination. He’s an excellent assist-man and works hard when not in possession. For Juventus, tactical perfection is needed. But he’s a hard worker, in his position, for his age, he’s already among the top three in the world in my opinion.” Brnovic also said that “He has a bit of Pogba about him but Vasilije is devastating in the short-term. Many here have compared him to Zvone Boban but it is difficult to compare two ways of playing football so different in time.” ............ This year, he also received his international debut for Montenegro and scored in it, a 2-2 draw with Armenia in a friendly match. The tall and versatile midfielder may have the opportunity now to further stamp himself on this Juventus team. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-heros-pogba-coach-adzic/

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