Socrates

Gol che vale doppio? No.

Locatelli e Douglas Luiz non mi convincono insieme.

Ruud Krol says PSV is in bad shape and Juventus should beat them PSV are Juventus’ latest opponents, with both clubs set to face off in the Champions League playoff round this evening. The match is a crucial one for the Bianconeri, who missed out on automatic qualification to the round of 16 after failing to secure maximum points in their final two League Phase games. Juventus’ last two league-stage fixtures, against Club Brugge and Benfica, were disappointing, and they will be eager to put in a stronger performance against PSV. Had they secured better results in those matches, they could have avoided this extra hurdle in the competition. However, the focus now is on getting past the Dutch side and securing a place in the next round. ............ Former Napoli defender and Pundit Ruud Krol believes Juventus have what it takes to defeat PSV, highlighting the weaknesses in the Dutch side’s defence. “PSV are coming off two consecutive draws and, in general, from a less than brilliant moment from an athletic point of view, while Juve are slightly improving. With Kolo Muani, they have added a player to Motta’s squad who can shift the balance. “The Juventus coach will have to be careful of Bakayoko and Lang—Bosz’s attacking wingers can be very dangerous, so I think the match will be decided on the wings. “The weak point of the Dutch is the defensive phase. They have two slow central defenders, and in general, they concede too much.” ............ This match will be a true test of Juventus’ ambitions in the Champions League, and a strong performance here could be the momentum boost they need for the remainder of the competition. The Bianconeri will have to be clinical in attack and solid at the back if they want to come away with a crucial victory. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-says-psv-is-in-bad-shape-and-juventus-should-beat-them/

Juventus vs. PSV Eindhoven match preview For one half of the clubs participating in the Champions League Round of 16 and subsequent knockout rounds, they are very much kicking their feet up and seeing what is about to play out over the course of the next week. Because of where Juventus finished during the new-look league phase, they are not in that group. Instead, Juve have to play the next 180 minutes to keep their European campaign alive beyond February. And, in a funny little twist, it comes against a team they’ve already played when one of the main objectives of the UCL league phase was to not have opponents repeat during the eight-game schedule. But thanks to Juventus finishing in 20th out of the 24 teams that extended their Champions League run into at least February, Thiago Motta’s squad will face a PSV Eindhoven team Tuesday night that will be making their second trip to Turin this season in the first leg of the two-legged play-off round tie. ............ Long gone is Juve’s bright start to the season in which the 3-1 win over PSV part of that. Instead, as the draws racked up and the disappointing results in Europe got sprinkled in because the league phase took so long to play out, the struggle has set in for Motta and Juve just as much as we’ve seen the Bianconeri’s first-year manager struggle to field any sort of lineup on a consistent basis due to injuries. When Juve faced PSV back on Sept. 17, not only was Bremer still very much healthy and looking absolutely great (on and off the field), but the defense was in the midst of an impressive start to the season with clean sheets being recorded left and right. Since his injury just a couple of weeks later, we’ve seen Juventus’ defense take a predictable downturn as the draws stacked up and the number of shutouts become less and less frequent. ............ Instead, they now have 180 minutes to try and make that happen rather than having a week off to rest ahead of this weekend’s second Derby d’Italia of the season. ............ When Motta spoke at his pre-match press conference, he sounded like somebody who knows full well that playing the first leg at home is a huge chance for Juventus to build an all-important advantage to take to the Netherlands next week. And while the state of the squad is different from what it was back in September, Juventus have already shown once that they can find holes in PSV’s aggressiveness and hit them on the counter despite the Dutch side’s desire to press, press and press some more. In reality, it’s just about if Juventus can replicate anything close to September or if PSV will be the ones who are much improved from their loss in Turin. ............ TEAM NEWS Just like over the weekend against Como, both Andrea Cambiaso and Pierre Kalulu will miss out with their respective injuries. This will be the fourth game that Cambiaso has missed, but at least there isn’t the thought process of if it has anything to do with a potential transfer to Manchester City attached to it. ............ Three of Juventus’ four winter signings are now part of the Champions League squad: Randal Kolo Muani, Renato Veiga and Lloyd Kelly. It looks like there’s a pretty good chance all three Motta was once again defiant when it came to his defense of the struggling Teun Koopmeiners, who could very well find himself out of the starting lineup Tuesday night. “I’ve been very happy with him from day one,” Motta said of the 26-year-old Dutchman. “I’m very satisfied and convinced that everyone can still give more, but I’m happy with Koop’s work so far.” ............ This will be just the second time Juventus and PSV have faced one another in a major European competition. JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH ............ It certainly has been an interesting season for Weston McKennie. Since that goal he scored against PSV back in September, he has played just about everywhere and anywhere on the field in which you aren’t legally allowed to use your hands while on the field. Doesn’t matter if it’s been fullback, midfielder in the pivot and No. behind the striker, McKennie has done it. ............ But with Koopmeiners still very much struggling and most likely coming off the bench Tuesday night, McKennie is likely to retain his spot behind the striker just as he played last week against Como. Has he been great in that position the last few times he’s played there? No, not really. But his defensive work rate is likely going to be a big thing in trying to handle a PSV side that will certainly be pressing and see a good amount of the ball Tuesday night. ............ We have an idea where McKennie will start against PSV. Who knows if that’s where he ends up knowing he’s been asked to play two or sometimes even three different positions through his 80 or 90 minutes on the field. What he does in between all of that will also prove to be pretty vital if Juventus want to beat PSV for the second time in as many chances this season. MATCH INFO When: Tuesday, Feb. 11, 2025. Where: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy. Official kickoff time: 9 p.m. in Italy and the Central European time zone, 8 p.m. in the United Kingdom,3 p.m. Eastern time, 12 p.m. Pacific time. ............ . Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/2/11/24361422/juventus-psv-eindhoven-2025-champions-league-playoff-round-preview-team-news-schedule-how-to-watch

Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven: Preview, predictions and lineups Juve started their continental campaign by welcoming PSV to Turin back in September, and Thiago Motta's team produced one of their most swashbuckling performances of the season in a 3-1 victory. The new Bianconeri boss hasn't yet convinced the entirety of a demanding fanbase, with Juve underwhelming in Serie A. A poor end to their league phase campaign saw them slip down to 20th in the table with 12 points from eight games. ............ What time does Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven kick-off? Location: Turin, Italy Stadium: Allianz Stadium Date: Tuesday 11 February Kick-off Time: 20:00 BST / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT Referee: Daniel Siebert (GER) VAR: Christian Dingert (GER) Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven H2H Record (All Games) Juventus: 1 win PSV: 0 wins Draws: 0 Last meeting: Juventus 1-0 PSV (17 September 2024) - Champions League Current form (all competitions) Juventus PSV Eindhoven Como 1-2 Juventus - 07/02/25 PSV 1-1 Willem II - 08/02/25 Juventus 4-1 Empoli - 02/02/25 PSV 2-0 Feyenoord - 05/02/25 Juventus 1-2 Benfica - 29/01/25 NEC 3-3 PSV - 01/02/25 Napoli 2-1 Juventus - 25/01/25 PSV 3-2 Liverpool - 29/01/25 Club Brugge 0-0 Juventus - 21/01/25 PSV 3-2 NAC Breda - 25/01/25 ............ Juventus team news Motta has a few injury concerns heading into Tuesday's first leg. Pierre Kalulu is yet to return from a muscle issue sustained during Juve's defeat to Benfica on Matchday 8 of the league phase and is unlikely to feature here. Andrea Cambiaso is dealing with an ankle injury, while Arkadiusz Milik is out until March with a calf issue. Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal are long-term absentees. Loan arrival Randal Kolo Muani has hit the ground running in Turin and is likely to start having been added to the Bianconeri's Champions League squad for the knockouts. Renato Veiga may also be included in Motta's starting XI. Juventus predicted lineup vs PSV Eindhoven Juventus predicted lineup vs PSV Eindhoven (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Gatti, Veiga, Savona; McKennie, Locatelli; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani. ............ PSV Eindhoven predicted lineup vs Juventus PSV predicted lineup vs Juventus (4-2-3-1): Benitez; Karsdorp, Flamingo, Obispo, Junior; Veerman, Schouten; Bakayoko, Til, Lang; De Jong. Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven score prediction Kolo Muani has given Motta's Juve a bit of life, and the Frenchman has a big role to play on his Champions League bow for the club. Motta is no Massimiliano Allegri, but the Italian could delve into his predecessor's playbook for PSV's visit. The Dutch side are free-flowing and free-scoring, but the absences of Tillman and Pepi could hurt. While a strong end to the league phase saw them qualify for the play-offs, their domestic form has been indifferent and they could outwitted by the Bianconeri on Tuesday. This is bound to be a tie of fine margins, with Juve poised to take a slender lead into the second leg. Prediction: Juventus 1-0 PSV Eindhoven . Read more -> https://www.90min.com/juventus-vs-psv-eindhoven-preview-predictions-lineups-11-2-25

What Luis Enrique thinks about a permanent Kolo Muani move to Juventus Randal Kolo Muani has been one of the standout signings in Europe this January, having joined Juventus on loan from PSG. The French forward has made an immediate impact at his new club, providing a much-needed boost to the Bianconeri’s attacking options. ............ In Turin, however, the striker has found his footing. Since his arrival, Kolo Muani has made an impressive start, scoring five goals in just three appearances. His sharp form in front of goal has even seen him displace Vlahovic from the starting XI, a surprising development considering the Serbian’s key role at Juventus. Kolo Muani’s confidence and consistency in Italy have quickly made him one of the standout players in the squad, and his presence has added a new dynamic to Juventus’ attack. Despite having just arrived, there is already talk of Kolo Muani staying at Juventus beyond this season. ............ Nevertheless, Luis Enrique is willing to let Kolo Muani remain at Juventus permanently. The Spanish manager, having moved on from the Frenchman, appears content to focus on other attacking options in his squad, allowing Kolo Muani to continue his successful spell in Turin. This comes as good news for Juventus, as the striker has proven to be a valuable addition to their team. Kolo Muani has shown that he has the talent and mentality to thrive in Italy, and his performances suggest that he deserves to remain with Juventus on a permanent basis. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/what-luis-enrique-thinks-about-a-permanent-kolo-muani-move-to-juventus/

Juventus vs. PSV: Preview, team news, prediction for Champions League match Juventus and PSV Eindhoven meet on Tuesday in Turin for the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie. The Bianconeri head into the match in good form, having won three consecutive matches. Their participation in next year's Champions League is still very much in the air given their fifth-place position in the Serie A standings, so success in the current edition could be even more important to the Italian giants. ............ However, the Dutch side were on the wrong end of a 3-1 result when these teams met on Matchday 1 of the league phase. Here's what to know about Juventus and PSV before their first-leg match. Juventus vs. PSV: Head-to-head and recent statistics All-time meetings: 1 Juventus wins: 1 Draws: 0 PSV wins: 0 ............ Juventus vs. PSV: What the managers are saying Thiago Motta, Juventus "We played a good game against PSV [in September] at that point but a lot of things have changed, both here and there. "[Tuesday] is a different story. [Tuesday] is a different game and we're focused on doing our job well. We saw in the first leg that we had some very good moments in the game. We took advantage of that and finished the actions we'd set up well. "But at the same time, we suffered from their passing and possession. The arrival of the two full backs, who came in very well from behind. The midfielders who can give the team a bit more balance but also give the team a lot of space." Peter Bosz, PSV "Juventus for me is an absolute top team, but the same goes for PSV in the Dutch league. Top clubs have to compete for the championship, which is not the case with them for a while, but it's still Juventus. With them it is also just as changeable, just like with us." Juventus vs. PSV: Prediction An identical outcome from their last meeting in September would not be surprising, and a win should be the expectation for the home side. Prediction: Juventus 3-1 PSV . Read more -> https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/soccer/juventus-vs-psv-preview-team-news-prediction-for-champions-league-match/1xse7xniqa12o12r22ykpka2hu

Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven: Preview and Prediction One thing that Juventus have taught the footballing world this season is that defensive solidity is not the blueprint for success as they get set to host PSV Eindhoven. The Bianconeri have been one of the best defensive units in the UEFA Champions League and Serie A, but their positions in both competitions paint a different story, as they show that a team also needs a potent attacking unit on the other end. In the Champions League, they ended the league phase with an unwanted loss to Benfica at home, which ensured a 20th-place finish. This forced Juventus to take part in a two-legged playoff round. They have improved their form in the league of late, and that could serve them well into the future. ............ Meanwhile, PSV Eindhoven have come under slight pressure in matters of their domestic league following a 1-1 draw with Willem II. The dropped points allow resurgent Ajax to take the top spot in the league if they win their two games in hand. ............ Team News & Tactics Juventus Juventus have issues at the back, with Thiago Motta likely to use a different backline that suits the game. Piere Kalulu, who has missed out on games since suffering a muscle injury against Benfica, has yet to make a return, meaning the manager will likely choose a central partnership of Federico Gatti and January arrival Renato Veiga. Similarly, he could use Lloyd Kelly in the left-back role, as the on-loan defender made his debut on the weekend as a substitute. Should Motta start the English defender in the left-back role, it could allow Nicolo Savona to play in his natural position at right-back. The midfield and attacking setups are unlikely to see many alterations, and maybe nothing, given Motta’s side’s recent scoring spree. Randal Kolo Muani will once again lead the line for the Bianconeri following a stellar start to life in Turin, and the other positions will likely see familiar names. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Viega, Kelly; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani PSV Eindhoven ............ Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Benitez; Karsdorp, Flamingo, Obispo, Junior; Veerman, Schouten; Bakayoko, Til, Perisic; de Jong Key Stats Tuesday’s clash will be only the second meeting between Juventus and PSV Eindhoven in major European competition, with the only previous clash also coming this season, a 3-1 victory for Juventus at home in September 2024 in league phase.. Juventus have won two of their last five home games in all competitions. PSV Eindhoven are unbeaten in their last six games across all competitions. However, the Eredivisie champions have won only one of their last five away matches. Juventus have lost just three of their 15 matches against Dutch oppositions in the UEFA Champions League/European Cup (W7 D5), winning seven of their last 11 (D2 L2). PSV Eindhoven have failed to win any of their last five UEFA Champions League matches against Italian opponents (D1 L4), which is their joint-longest current winless run against teams from a single nation (also 5 vs Portuguese sides). Player to Watch Randal Kolo Muani Juventus had a plan to improve their attacking game in January, and so far, it has worked out perfectly with the addition of Randal Kolo Muani. The Frenchman has been in superb form right from the start, scoring five goals in his three games so far for the Bianconeri. The attacker’s form in front of goal has ensured that the main striker, Dusan Vlahovic, continues to spend ample time on the bench. Kolo Muani will once again have a top chance to assert his claim as the team’s main striker since moving to Juventus, as he will be seen as instrumental in their chances to take advantage in the first leg against PSV. Prediction Juventus 2-1 PSV Eindhoven PSV Eindhoven are not in the best of form at the moment, but they are not to be underestimated, as Peter Bosz’s men are still very much capable of competing with the best of teams. In any case, they have also scored in each of their last 11 games across all competitions, and the Dutch side might extend that run in Turin, given the makeshift nature of Juventus’s defence. As for Thiago Motta and his charges, they have momentum on their side ahead of this key fixture. Given the home advantage, the Bianconeri are expected to take an advantage over Eindhoven, albeit a slender one. Juventus have the form and quality to take a win on Tuesday, as their progression into the next round will certainly depend on their performance in the away leg. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/02/11/juventus-vs-psv-eindhoven-preview-and-prediction-2/

Juventus probable lineup vs PSV: Koopmeiners dropped in major midfield shakeup Juventus manager Thiago Motta is expected to ring the changes ahead of the Champions League contest against PSV Eindhoven. On Tuesday night, the Bianconeri will host the Dutch champions in the first leg of the play-off round. They will be eager to register a positive result in front of their home supporters ahead of next week’s tricky trip to the Netherlands. ............ So according to several sources Koopmeiners could pay the price for his uninspiring showings. The Dutch will thus start on the bench against his countrymen. Instead, Motta’s ultimate utility man Weston McKennie could be deployed as an attacking midfielder. However, this might not be the solitary change in the middle of the park, as Manuel Locatelli could also be rested for the European contest. In this case, Douglas Luiz would step up to play as a deep-lying playmaker, with Khephren Thuram joining him in the double pivot. ............ JUVENTUS (4-2-3-1) : Di Gregorio; Weah, Gatti, Veiga, Savona; Thuram, Douglas Luiz; Conceiçao, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-probable-lineup-vs-psv-koopmeiners-dropped-in-major-midfield-shakeup/

“I didn’t say that” – Motta discusses Koopmeiners form, crowns Locatelli Juventus captain Juventus coach Thiago Motta has once again offered his support to under-fire midfielder Teun Koompeiners. The 42-year-old held his pre-match press conference on Monday afternoon as the team prepares to host PSV Eindhoven in the first leg of the Champions League play-off round on Tuesday night at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. ............ Koopmeiners was in the starting lineup in Friday’s Serie A contest against Como but was hauled off early in the second half which prompted some sources to suggest that Motta was irritated with the player’s display. Nevertheless, the former Bologna coach denied these rumours, reiterating his unyielding support for the Netherlands international. “I didn’t say anything negative about Koop. You wrote and talked about it as it is normal, but I always see him well,” said Motta during his presser. “I’ve been happy since the first day he arrived. He always gives his best in training. He plays in multiple roles, he’s growing together with the group. Everyone, myself included, can improve. I’m satisfied with Koop’s work so far.” ............ “I see Dusan (Vlahovic) very well like the others. He’s motivated and determined. We have many players, not all of them can play but all of them want to. Playing 95, 15 or 30 minutes, the quality of their outings is what matters.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/i-didnt-say-that-motta-discusses-koopmeiners-form-crowns-locatelli-juventus-captain/

Locatelli: Juventus have ‘grown as a team’, Kolo Muani made ‘things easier’ Manuel Locatelli claimed that ‘Juventus have grown as a team’ and have ‘a lot of awareness’ as they prepare for a two-legged play-off against PSV Eindhoven that will determine their future in the Champions League. The Bianconeri failed to make the top eight in the competition’s league phase, meaning they must go through an additional knockout round if they want to reach the last 16. ............ “We’ve grown as a team, and we know each other better as a group,” Locatelli told reporters, speaking in a pre-match press conference alongside coach Thiago Motta. “We train at full speed, we have a lot of awareness, but also many areas for improvement. “There are many things I’ve liked [in the first months of this season]. If I had to mention one, I’d say the work attitude, and this will help us improve fairly quickly. “We’ve lacked a bit of experience, but we’ll improve from game to game and from training to training.” ............ Asked about what impressed him the most about Kolo Muani, Locatelli said: “That he’s a really good guy.” “We knew about his qualities, but he made an outstanding impact and is truly a nice person. Working with people like that always makes things easier.” ............ “Being at Juve is a responsibility because here, you need to win right away,” Locatelli concluded. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/locatelli-juventus-team-kolo-muani/

Adani: “Juventus Must Play a Different Style of Football to Win” Former defender and current football pundit Daniele Adani has shared his thoughts on Juventus and their current struggles under Thiago Motta. ............ Adani began by analysing Juventus’ recent performances, particularly highlighting the impact of Kolo Muani. “Kolo Muani has helped a team that was struggling to finish chances and had issues in the final third. With him, they’ve managed to resolve some situations, leading to two consecutive wins, even though the performances weren’t convincing,” he explained. ............ “Juventus has won only 10 out of 24 league matches, which is very few. On top of that, they haven’t always shown their best side. If you don’t play well, you won’t win consistently—that’s why they haven’t achieved more victories,” he said. Reflecting on specific games, he added, “Against Como and Empoli, they had a poor first half. If you play more games like that, you won’t win. This was true in past years and remains true this year.” ............ “Regardless of who is on the bench—whether it’s Conte, Allegri, Motta, Trapattoni, or Sarri (the last coach to win the Scudetto)—you need to propose a different style of football if you want to win”. ............ . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/adani-juventus-must-play-a-different-style-of-football-to-win/

Juventus planning to sign their primary summer target before the Club World Cup Juventus are reportedly keen to secure the services of Feyenoord defender David Hancko ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup. Despite their recent continental shortcomings, the Bianconeri still managed to qualify for the maiden edition of the expanded World Cup which will feature 32 clubs from all over the globe competing on American soil between June 15th and July 13th. However, the timing of the tournament is causing major confusion in football circles, especially since it takes place in the middle of the summer transfer session. Moreover, players’ contracts traditionally expire on June 30th, which also poses a legal dilemma. ............ The Bianconeri would like to acquire the services of Hancko as soon as possible so he would be available for the Club World Cup. The 27-year-old emerged as Juve’s primary candidate to bolster the backline in January. ............ Nevertheless, many sources believe that Juventus have already struck an agreement with Hancko and his entourage over personal terms, expecting the player to sign a five-year contract which would guarantee him a net salary of 2.5 million euros. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-planning-to-sign-their-primary-summer-target-before-the-club-world-cup/

How much Juventus have earned from the Champions League this season A report in the Italian media details the figures that Juventus have already collected from the Champions League thus far this season. ............ The Old Lady’s earnings from the competition have just exceeded 60 million euros. This includes the group-stage participation bonus (18.6 million), the club’s position in the table (3.3 million, the market pool income (21.1 million), their UEFA coefficient (9.2 million) and the prize money collected from their results throughout the group stage (8.4 million). Hence, Juventus have thus far guaranteed a total of 60.7 million, but this figure will rise if they manage to progress further in the competition. The first step for the Bianconeri would be to overcome PSV Eindhoven in the play-off round and secure their place in the Round of 16. ............ If Juventus manage to qualify for the Round of 16, they would receive 11 million euros in prize money, in addition to 2.1 million for winning any of the two legs and 700,000 for a draw. Thus, these numbers explain why Juventus cannot afford to miss out on the Champions League next season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-much-juventus-have-earned-from-the-champions-league-this-season-figures-explained/