The Champions League lights shine brightly over Turin as Juventus prepare to host Manchester City in what promises to be an enthralling clash at the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday night.
Both teams sit on the cusp of securing a top-eight spot in the league phase table, with plenty riding on this high-stakes fixture.
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Manchester City, the reigning Premier League champions, find themselves in a precarious position in the Champions League league phase. After squandering a 3-0 lead in their last European outing against Feyenoord, City will need to regain their composure and form if they are to leave Turin with all three points.
Juventus, meanwhile, are enjoying an extended unbeaten run in Serie A under Thiago Motta, but their inability to consistently convert draws into wins has left them sixth in the table.
Both teams bring contrasting form into this match. City’s last two Champions League outings have yielded just one point, while Juventus have shown resilience, managing two wins and two draws in their campaign. With so much at stake, this encounter is set to deliver fireworks.
Current Form and Key Insights
Manchester City’s Form:
- Recent Results: Crystal Palace 2-2 Man City, Man City 3-0 Nottingham Forest, Man City 3-3 Feyenoord.
- The Cityzens have been defensively vulnerable, particularly in away games, and injuries to key players have added to their woes.
Juventus’ Form:
- Recent Results: Juventus 2-2 Bologna, Lecce 1-1 Juventus, Juventus 2-0 Torino.
- While unbeaten in Serie A, Juventus’ attack has lacked consistency, although Dusan Vlahovic’s return is a big boost for their forward line.
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Team News and Lineups
Juventus Team News
Dusan Vlahovic’s return to the starting XI against Bologna has given Juventus a much-needed attacking lift. Andrea Cambiaso, initially a doubt with an ankle injury, trained on Tuesday and is expected to feature.
However, defensive absentees Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal remain sidelined. Nicolo Savona is likely to start at right-back, and Weston McKennie could return to the bench.
Predicted Juventus Lineup (4-2-3-1): Perin; Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Weah; Vlahovic.
Manchester City Team News
Pep Guardiola’s side is dealing with an extensive injury list, with defensive stalwarts Manuel Akanji, Nathan Ake, and John Stones all sidelined. Rodri and Oscar Bobb remain long-term absentees, but there is some relief as Phil Foden and Mateo Kovacic are expected to return to the squad.
Predicted Man City Lineup (4-1-4-1): Ortega; Walker, Dias, Gvardiol, Lewis; Kovacic; Savinho, De Bruyne, Grealish, Doku; Haaland.
Tactical Battles to Watch
- Midfield Supremacy: The midfield battle will be key, with Juventus relying on Locatelli and Thuram to disrupt City’s rhythm. Meanwhile, Kevin De Bruyne’s creativity will be central to City’s attacking plans.
- Wide Threats: Both teams boast exceptional talent on the wings. Juventus’ Weah and City’s Doku are capable of turning the game with their pace and flair.
- Defensive Resilience: With injuries plaguing both defenses, set pieces and counter-attacks could play a significant role in deciding the outcome.
Jambobet Odds and Betting Insights
Jambobet’s latest odds for this Champions League derby:
- Juventus to Win: 4.00
- Draw: 3.55
- Manchester City to Win: 2.00
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Juventus have been defensively solid under Thiago Motta, but their struggles to maintain attacking pressure could be a limiting factor. On the other hand, City’s defensive vulnerabilities away from home leave them exposed to Juventus’ quick transitions.
This game could go either way, but City’s experience and Haaland’s prowess in front of goal may give them the edge.
Prediction: Juventus 1-2 Manchester City
How to Watch Juventus vs Man City
Kick-off Time: 20:00 GMT / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT
Venue: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy
Referee: Clement Turpin (FRA)
Where to Watch:
- UK: TNT Sports 2, discovery+
- US: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
