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Motta: Second leg vs. PSV ‘is the most important match of our season so far’ Thiago Motta and Teun Koopmeiners discuss Wednesday’s knockout Champions League clash against PSV Eindhoven After their momentous victory against Inter over the weekend, Juventus have quickly turned their attention to Wednesday night’s Champions League play-off round decider against PSV Eindhoven — which, according to coach Thiago Motta, represents their most important match thus far. Ahead of the game at PSV’s historic Philips Stadion, Motta and Dutch midfielder Teun Koopmeiners discussed team dynamics and tactics. Both player and coach asserted that despite the Bianconeri’s 2-1 lead, the team should approach Wednesday’s match with intensity and remain wary of PSV’s home advantage. ............ “This is the most important match of our season so far,” Motta said. “We want to continue our journey, we have to put in a complete performance and raise our level to the maximum in all aspects of the game, both physically and mentally, in order to progress to the Round of 16.” ............ “The objective is clear, it is an important opportunity, the most important so far, we know that a draw is enough, but we have always played to win and tomorrow we will do the same,” he said. “Managing the game will be important in the closing stages, but the attitude will be the same as always: going onto the pitch to win, with focus and determination, working hard in and out of possession. There are no secrets, we must earn it. Qualifying is not a foregone conclusion, but we have never failed in our commitment, attitude and desire. I’m sure it will be like that until the last day.” ............ Similarly, Dutch international Koopmeiners echoed his coach’s sentiments and argued that despite Juventus’s one-goal advantage, anything can happen — especially away from home. “We have to be aware that against PSV it’s a new challenge, in a new context, it’s not a foregone conclusion that we will win, we will have to be very aggressive and play with intensity and energy, the match will require this and the team knows it,” Koopmeiners said. “They will play in a different style, the result is decided over the course of two games, it will be difficult in their stadium and their fans will also make a difference. We start with a 2-1 lead, but we must not sit back, we want to play to win. If we only think about managing the result, we risk not expressing ourselves at our best, we have to bring energy, pressure and urgency in possession, when we play like this we do better.” ............ Motta reflected on the performance, emphasizing its significance ahead of the PSV clash. “We put in an excellent performance against Inter, especially in the second half,” Motta said. “Tomorrow, we expect to face a strong opponent playing at home. In the first 95 minutes, we were superior and earned the result. Tomorrow, we must do the same, managing every moment of the match.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/2/19/24368210/juventus-psv-eindhoven-thiago-motta-2025-champions-league-playoff-round-leg-2-match-preview-quotes

PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction One may have to go as far back as 2007 when PSV Eindhoven won a knockout game in the UEFA Champions League when they eliminated Arsenal. Their record at this phase of the competition remains dreadful, and once again, PSV Eindhoven are the underdogs to advance into the round of 16 as they welcome Juventus to Eindhoven. Peter Bosz will undoubtedly hope to avoid a third defeat to Juventus in this season alone, as he knows only this game counts over the others, which will likely see PSV give their all. ............ Meanwhile, Juventus are hot favourites to go through to the round of 16 following a stellar upturn in the form of late. The Bianconeri had struggled for significant phases this season and only recorded their first four-game winning streak this season under Thiago Motta on Sunday. The Turin outfit answered a few questions about their league status compared to big rivals with a significant victory over Inter Milan on home soil. A second-half strike from Francisco Conceicao proved enough to keep hold of the Nerazzurri and take all three points. Their win over PSV Eindhoven was also part of this four-game winning run, as the Bianconeri proved strong on home soil when the Dutch side came visiting. Goals from Weston McKennie and Samuel Mbangula on either side of an Ivan Perisic strike proved enough for Motta’s men to take an advantage into the reverse leg, as Juventus are hot favourites to go through to the next phase of the Champions League. Team News & Tactics PSV Eindhoven ............ Probable Lineup (4-3-3): Benitez; Ledezma, flamingo, Obispo, Junior; Veerman, Saibari, Schouten; Bakayoko, De Jong, Perisic Juventus Motta might tinker a bit when naming the lineup for this second leg, as he now looks to balance his act ahead of some crucial games. There are no fresh injury concerns following the win over Inter Milan, although he will have Andrea Cambiaso fit and likely to make the starting lineup for this one. Nicola Savona could be moved to the right-back slot, or Motta could continue with Timothy Weah there following some impressive performances from the American. There will be changes to the lineup despite the winning form Motta’s team are in, as he could shuffle his midfield a bit. Weston McKennie could be rested on the bench, where he could see Teun Koopmeiners come back into his attacking midfield place. Manuel Locatelli could partner Khephren Thuram in central midfield, while Kenan Yildiz could replace Nico Gonzalez on the left wing. Randal Kolo Muani will continue to lead the line for Juventus, which will mean another game on the bench for Dusan Vlahovic. Sunday’s match-winner, Conceicao, will surely start on the right side, as Juventus will name a strong lineup to face PSV in this second leg of their Champions League playoffs. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Gatti, Veiga, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Key Stats PSV Eindhoven are winless in three games for the first time this season. PSV have progressed from three of their 11 European Cup/UEFA Champions League knockout stage ties when losing the first leg – against Hajduk Split in 1975/76, Fenerbahce in 1978/79 and FCSB in 1989/90. On the other hand, Juventus have progressed from their last 20 European Cup/UEFA Champions League knockout stage ties when winning the first leg, including each of their 11 since the 1992 rebrand. Their last defeat was against Rangers in 1978/79 (1-0 home, 0-2 away). Juventus are on a four-game winning streak for the first time this season. Juventus have beaten PSV Eindhoven twice in this season’s UEFA Champions League. Only five teams have won three games against an opponent in a single campaign in the competition – Ajax vs Milan (1994/95), Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid (1999/00), Liverpool vs PSV (2006/07), Manchester United vs AS Roma (2007/08) and Barcelona vs PSG (2014/15). PSV Eindhoven are unbeaten in their last 12 home matches in major European competition (W7 D5), including winning each of their last three. They last won four home games in a row in the UEFA Champions League between May and December 2005 (4). Player to Watch Francisco Conceicao ............ A match-winning performance against Inter Milan on Sunday will have boosted his confidence further, as he can become the next big performer after Randal Kolo Muani for Thiago Motta’s side. A top display in the second leg will further improve his confidence. Prediction PSV Eindhoven 1-2 Juventus PSV are under pressure to perform following a dismal run that has seen them fall behind in the Eredivisie race. Bosz will be hopeful of turning around the narrow deficit against Juventus, although, given the visitors’ form, it could be yet another disappointing night in Eindhoven. Thiago Motta is looking to build momentum in his side, who have recorded four wins across all competitions for the first time this season. He will be eager to continue on that run and even add to it, as well as take advantage of Juventus’s superior form against PSV in the three games prior in this campaign alone. The Bianconeri are the favourites to go through and win in Eindhoven with a scoreline similar to the first leg. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/02/19/psv-eindhoven-vs-juventus-preview-and-prediction/

Champions League Preview: PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction High-flying Juventus head to the Philips Stadion to take on PSV Eindhoven in the second leg of their Champions League knockout playoff tie. Thiago Motta’s charges carry a narrow one-goal advantage into the return fixture after snatching a 2-1 home win last week. Juventus left it late to beat PSV at the Allianz Stadium. Weston McKennie broke the deadlock in the first half, only for the Eindhoven outfit to draw level 11 minutes after the break through ex-Inter winger Ivan Perisic. However, second-half substitute Samuel Mbangula broke the tie in the 82nd minute to hand Juventus a crucial lead. ............ PSV failed to impress in their domestic championship last weekend. Indeed, Peter Bosz’s side shared the spoils with fellow Eredivisie rivals Utrecht in a goal-glutted 2-2 draw on this ground, falling two points behind table-topping Ajax. More importantly, that result extended the Peasants’ winless run in all competitions to three consecutive matches (D2, L1). As a result, optimism has become a rare commodity among the home faithful, which doesn’t bode well ahead of Juventus’ visit. Match Preview PSV Eindhoven ............ Juventus PSV’s dire form looks promising from Juventus’ point of view as the visitors aim to build on their recent resurrection. The Italians head into proceedings on a four-game winning run in all competitions – a feat they’ve achieved for the first time this season. History firmly backs Juventus for success. They have progressed from the last 20 Champions League ties when emerging victorious from the first leg. You’d need to go back to 1978/79 for the last time they squandered a first-leg lead in this competition. Furthermore, Juventus could do something they last did in 2016/17 when they defeated Monaco in both legs of their semi-final tie en route to the infamous Cardiff showpiece. That was the last time they won each leg of a Champions League knockout tie. However, Juventus have not fared well on the road lately, winning only two of their last ten competitive away matches (D7, L1). Team News ............ Juventus cannot call upon Arkadiusz Milik, Gleison Bremer, Juan Cabal, and Pierre Kalulu. Randal Kolo Muani should start in the front third ahead of Dusan Vlahovic, with Renato Veiga likely to partner up with Federico Gatti at the back. PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus Potential Starting Line-ups PSV Eindhoven (4-2-3-1): Benitez; Ledezma, Flamingo, Obispo, Junior; Schouten, Veerman; Bakayoko, Saibari, Perisic; De Jong. Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Gatti, Veiga, Cambiaso; Thuram, Locatelli; Gonzalez, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani. PSV Eindhoven vs Juventus Prediction A draw will do the trick for Juventus, and that’s something they’ve gotten their fans used to this season. Seven stalemates from their last ten road matches highlight the potential for an evenly contested game, and Motta probably wouldn’t mind sharing the spoils again. We back Juventus to progress on aggregate. Prediction: Draw / Juventus to Qualify . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/champions-league-preview-psv-eindhoven-vs-juventus-team-news-line-ups-prediction/

Paolo Di Canio explains how effective Muani is on the pitch Paolo Di Canio has been thoroughly impressed with Randal Kolo Muani since the French striker joined Juventus, highlighting his ability to make a real difference on the pitch. ............ Unlike Vlahovic, who has at times struggled to capitalise on his opportunities, Muani has shown a clinical edge in front of goal. His determination and relentless work rate have set him apart, earning him praise from Di Canio. Speaking about the forward’s impact, the Italian pundit shared his thoughts on Muani’s qualities. He said: “Kolo Muani doesn’t have the same characteristics as Osimhen, but he’s always fired up, he’s very stubborn. Even if he touches the ball twice, he always creates something. He has this fire inside that lights up the others too.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/paolo-di-canio-explains-how-effective-muani-is-on-the-pitch/

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One other thing Kolo Muani does better than Dusan Vlahovic Dusan Vlahovic might be struggling this season, but he remains one of the best strikers in the world. ............ Thiago Motta, however, stuck with Vlahovic when he took over at the Allianz Stadium and did not sign another striker in the summer. Despite his faith in the Serbian forward, Vlahovic has struggled to adapt to Motta’s system during the first half of the season. This led to Juventus securing the loan signing of Randal Kolo Muani from PSG in January. ............ Kolo Muani has proven to be more efficient in front of goal, which has made it easier for Juventus to prefer him over Vlahovic in recent weeks. The main reason Kolo Muani is being chosen ahead of the Serbian is his superior goal-scoring form. The Frenchman’s ability to put the ball in the back of the net has undoubtedly made him a more reliable option for the Bianconeri. However, it was not just his goal-scoring that set Kolo Muani apart in Juventus’ 1-0 win over Inter Milan. The Frenchman showcased another key quality that makes him a better fit for Juventus’ current system. In the second half of the match, he demonstrated remarkable awareness and composure when he rode through several challenges and made a crucial assist to set up the only goal of the game. Even though Kolo Muani was stumbling when making the pass, he still had the presence of mind to realise that he could not score in that moment. Instead of attempting a difficult shot and likely missing, he correctly picked out the player in a better position to score. This kind of decision-making is something that Vlahovic has yet to demonstrate consistently in similar situations. For now, it seems clear that Kolo Muani is the preferred choice for Juventus up front, but it will be interesting to see if Vlahovic can rediscover his form in the coming weeks and challenge for his place in the starting XI. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/one-other-thing-kolo-muani-does-better-than-dusan-vlahovic/

Journalist claims Juventus & PSG have reached new agreement on Kolo Muani Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain have reportedly struck an accord to extend the loan stint of Randal Kolo Muani. ............ The France international bagged five goals in his first three Serie A appearances. And while he wasn’t on the scoresheet this weekend, he set up the all-important winner for Francisco Conceicao which gifted the Old Lady a valuable victory in the Derby d’Italia. Therefore, Juventus have been rapidly convinced that Kolo Muani is one to keep beyond his current deal which will expire at the end of the season. The issue for the Serie A giants is that their original accord with PSG didn’t include an option that allows them to buy the striker. ............ According to Italian journalist Paolo Bargiggia, the two clubs have now reached a new agreement that would allow Juventus to keep the France international for another season. This would cost the Italians around 6 million euros in loan fees. Moreover, the transfer market insider claims Juventus would make the move permanent the following summer on a deal worth circa 45 million euros. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-psg-kolo-muani-new-agreement/

Has Thiago Motta found the right system for Juventus? Juventus is now on a four-game winning run, the latest of which saw them defeat Inter Milan 1-0 yesterday. ............ Juventus has turned a corner in recent weeks, now claiming four consecutive wins in all competitions. The win against Inter Milan proved pivotal, as the team displayed strength and reliability in all phases of the game. That victory is likely to have turned many doubters into believers. It seems that Juventus has overcome their previous tendency to self-destruct during matches, and it is the tactical adjustments that have brought a new sense of confidence to the Allianz Stadium. Under Thiago Motta, the team has stuck to a 4-2-3-1 formation, which has now yielded four wins in their last four matches across all competitions. The tactical setup has provided balance, and the midfield pair of Teun Koopmeiners and Weston McKennie is now delivering results. ............ After months of tinkering, Motta now seems to have found a system that works, and Juventus appears to be firing on all cylinders. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/has-thiago-motta-found-the-right-system-for-juventus/

Two Juventus stars expected to return for starting lineup against PSV Juventus manager Thiago Motta is expected to bring at least two of his regular starters back to the starting lineup for the decisive clash against PSV Eindhoven. The Bianconeri hosted the first leg of the Champions League play-off round at the Allianz Stadium on Tuesday night, and came away with a slim advantage after beating the Dutch champions by two goals to one. Nonetheless, they will have to seal their qualification for the Round of 16 by overcoming their opponents in the Netherlands on Wednesday. ............ The manager also had some interesting choices in the leadup to the weekend clash against Inter, omitting the likes of Kenan Yildiz and Manuel Locatelli from the starting lineup. But these two players are expected to make their way back to the starting XI in midweek, especially after earning some rest. The Turkish teenager will thus be vying for a spot on the wings, so Nicolas Gonzalez could be the main candidate to make way. The Argentine put on a shift against the Nerazzurri, but looked absolutely exhausted towards the end of the contest. As for Locatelli, he should regain his spot as a deep-lying playmaker after vacating his spot for Khephren Thuram. ............ Moreover, Andrea Cambiaso could also make his return to the starting lineup after overcoming an ankle injury. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-juventus-stars-expected-to-return-for-starting-lineup-against-psv/

Conceicao joins elusive Cristiano Ronaldo club, Kolo Muani equals 13-year record On Sunday, Juventus earned themselves a famous victory over their arch-rivals Inter thanks to Francisco Conceicao’s solitary strike. ............ Conceicao has now joined an exclusive club, becoming only the third Portuguese player to score for Juventus in the Derby d’Italia. The 22-year-old has some elite company with Cristiano Ronaldo (two goals between 2019 and 2021) and Rui Gil Barros (one goal in 1989). The Porto loanee has also found the back of the net on two league fixtures in a row at home for the first time in Europe’s Top 10 leagues. ............ Finally, Randal Kolo Muani continues to write history with his sensational start at the club. The Frenchman (who provided the assist for Conceicao) has made a direct goal contribution in each of his four Serie A contests for Juventus. The last player to do so was Kwadwo Asamoah after joining the club in the summer of 2012. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/conceicao-joins-elusive-cristiano-ronaldo-club-kolo-muani-equals-13-year-record/

Juventus has to make Renato Veiga’s loan move permanent Renato Veiga is one of the key players Juventus secured during the January transfer window, and the Portugal star has been nothing short of a revelation since his arrival. The young defender had struggled to establish himself as a regular at Chelsea, which led to the decision to allow his departure to Juventus earlier this month. Upon his arrival, Veiga was immediately thrust into the Bianconeri’s first-team plans, and he has quickly adapted to his new surroundings, showing steady improvement in every game. His performance against Inter Milan, in particular, stood out as he was arguably the best centre-back on the pitch. He handled the Inter attack, which was brimming with speed, physicality, and technical ability, with impressive composure and skill. ............ With his loan spell set to end in the summer, the club must make efforts to secure him as a permanent member of their squad. Veiga’s qualities appear to be a perfect fit for Italian football, and his style of play aligns well with the tactical approach that coach Thiago Motta seeks from his centre-backs. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-has-to-make-renato-veigas-loan-move-permanent/