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Juventus breathe a sigh of relief after Bremer medical tests Juventus and centre-back Gleison Bremer can breathe a sigh of relief following his early withdrawal during Tuesday night’s 5-2 loss away against Galatasaray, as medical tests have confirmed that the Brazilian has not torn a muscle in his leg. ............ Bremer was forced off the pitch in the 37th minute of Juventus’s 5-2 Champions League play-off defeat against Galatasaray on Tuesday evening with the scores 2-1 in favour of the Bianconeri at the time. Many outlets in Italy suggest that it was not a coincidence that Juventus collapsed in the second half after their most trusted defender went off. ............ The club have since been able to rule out any serious tears or lesions, which means that Bremer is not expected to be sidelined for a significant period of time. Bremer will follow an individualised training programme over the next few days, but a spot in the squad to face Como in Serie A on Saturday evening has not been ruled out. A more likely scenario, however, is that Bremer is rested for the Como match and marks his return in the second leg against Galatasaray on Wednesday. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-relief-for-bremer-after-galatasaray/

Le Pagelle: Juventus vs. Galatasaray Things were looking good for Juventus at halftime of the first leg of the UEFA Champions League playoff round against Galatasaray. They’d responded to falling behind in less than 90 seconds, and had come all the way back to take a 2-1 lead into the locker rooms. The less said about what happened when they emerged from those locker rooms, the better. After a complete meltdown, Juve go into the second leg down 5-2. I wouldn’t quite say they need a miracle to come back in this tie, but needing a three-goal win to merely send the tie to extra time is certainly a mountain to climb. ............ MICHELE DI GREGORIO - 5. Didn’t have the usual command of his box, and his touch on Galatasaray’s equalizer was pretty weak. Sacha Boey’s goal to finish things off might’ve also been something he should’ve stopped. Certainly not his best today. PIERRE KALULU - 6. ............ BREMER - 6. Played well and kept old foe Victor Osimhen on the periphery for most of his time on the pitch. He took a huge risk by staying on the field after he felt that hamstring go, and it’s a huge relief that he reportedly won’t miss much time. As we’ve seen the last year and a half, without him this defense loses quality by an order of magnitude. LLOYD KELLY - 5. ............ ANDREA CAMBIASO - 5.5. ............ KHÉPHREN THURAM - 4. Made a single key pass but barely completed 70 percent of his overall attempts, and his brain fart of a pass back into his own box led to this match getting out of hand. A game he’d like to forget. MANUEL LOCATELLI - 5. ............ TEUN KOOPMEINERS - 6.5. After not contributing to a goal all year, he pulls out two at a time when the team really needed them. His second one in particular is the kind of hit that Juve expected a lot of when they paid for him. If this starts pointing him upwards, it would be a huge boon. FRANCISCO CONCEIÇÃO - 5. ............ WESTON McKENNIE - 6. Didn’t play as a pure striker, especially after the red, but in the first half he was effective at pulling an overeager Davinson Sánchez out of position to create lanes for runners. His one-two pass with Koopmeiners for Juve’s second goal was beautiful. He even ended up leading the team in blocks once they were pressed back. KENAN YILDIZ - 5.5. Looked tired and a little bit gimpy, grabbing at his ankle and knee a lot after an early tackle. Had one nice-looking shot that was deflected behind, and did come up with four dribbles and three key passes, but his oomph was missing. SUBS FEDERICO GATTI - 4.5. ............ JUAN CABAL - 2. I started doing these ratings full-time in the 2017-18 season, and I had never given anything below a 3 until now—and that included the game where instead of talking about how bad Leonardo Bonucci had been I just added a GIF of a dumpster on fire. This was an absolute farce of a performance. He fared even worse than Cambiaso did against Yilmaz, with his mistakes directly leading to two of the four goals Galatasaray scored in the second half. Got two yellows in an eight-minute span after being sent on to protect Cambiaso from the same fate. FILIP KOSTIC - 5.5. ............ FABIO MIRETTI - NR. ............ LOÏS OPENDA - NR. ............ MANAGER ANALYSIS It looked as though Luciano Spalletti had really thought this through after losing Jonathan David to injury in the lead-up to this game. McKennie looked as good as any false nine could have in the first half, and the team deserved their lead at the break. Everything went wrong in the second half. I’ve praised what Spalletti has done from the mental side of things for this team for weeks, but whether it was the pressure of the moment, the pressure of the crowd—which was absolutely seething—or the pressure on the field as Galatasaray ramped up the pressure in the second half, they collapsed. Even in the first half we saw some mental errors, like Yildiz’s turnover that led to the first goal. Hopefully this will be a learning experience for some of the younger players, but, as Spalletti said postgame, they’re in an arena where they have to play spot-on to get things done, and the second half was anything but. Spalletti isn’t immune to criticism either. When the game was still on Gala were showing some holes that Juve might’ve been able to shoot a counterattack through—the kind of game that Openda’s skill set is made for. But by the time he actually put the Belgian on, the horses weren’t just out of the barn, they were in another farm the next county over. It was clear that the game had been shifting to the hosts even before Cabal was sent off, and it felt like there needed to be a shift earlier than there was. Perhaps Spalletti was gun-shy because he only had two sub windows left after Bremer had had to give way in the first half. Regardless, this was one of those games we’ve seen on occasion where Spalletti simply doesn’t read it well, or if he has he hasn’t acted properly. He’s going to have some shifting to do with both Cambiaso and Cabal out for the second leg (and Cabal would’ve been suspended anyway because the first card put him over the suspension threshold). He’ll need to hope he gets some players back—especially Bremer—in order to pull off something special and get back into this tie. . Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/previews-reviews/36617/le-pagelle-juventus-galatasaray-player-ratings-manager-analysis-2026-uefa-champions-league-playoff-first-leg-final-score-result-vs-galatasaray

Del Piero says Galatasaray player scared Juventus Alessandro Del Piero believes Victor Osimhen caused significant problems for Juventus during Galatasaray’s emphatic 5-2 victory in the Champions League. The Nigerian forward, formerly of Napoli, has emerged as a leading figure for Galatasaray and continues to deliver impressive performances on European nights. Osimhen’s pace and relentless pressing unsettled the Bianconeri defence throughout the match. His movement and physical presence forced repeated errors, placing Juventus under constant pressure. The Bianconeri attempted to recover and limit the damage to make the return leg in Turin more manageable. However, their efforts proved insufficient. ............ Del Piero, reflecting on the encounter, singled out the Nigerian striker as the decisive figure in the contest. His assessment focused not only on Osimhen’s technical ability, but also on the psychological impact he had on the opposition defence. ............ Del Piero said: “Juve are struggling to find players today. Beyond Osimhen, who’s better than David, or Icardi, who’s better than Openda, beyond these beliefs, there’s the result on the pitch. Osimhen scares you, his presence scares you, he’s ruthless in front of goal, he has quality.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/del-piero-says-galatasaray-player-scared-juventus/

Spalletti reveals what Juventus must do when Galatasaray comes to Turin Luciano Spalletti faces a significant challenge as he prepares his Juventus side for the second leg of their Champions League playoff against Galatasaray next week. The Bianconeri trail 5-2 on aggregate, leaving them with a formidable task in Turin. To force extra time, they must win by three clear goals, a scenario that demands a near-flawless performance. Juventus will reflect on a first leg in which they were expected to produce far more. Supporters are now questioning whether the team possesses the resilience required to overturn such a deficit. At halftime in Istanbul, the contest appeared balanced, yet the momentum shifted dramatically. The Italian side ultimately collapsed in what is widely regarded as one of the noisiest stadium environments in European football. ............ Before attention turns fully to the decisive encounter, Juventus must navigate its next domestic commitment. Nevertheless, the manager is acutely aware that improvements are essential if they are to revive their European hopes. Defensive concentration, tactical discipline, and composure will be critical. ............ The Juventus manager outlined the approach required for the return leg. He said: “Only one way, by coming back. We have to be careful; they have counterattacking players and fast players up front. We need to keep them tactically balanced.” His comments highlight the delicate balance Juventus must strike. While chasing goals, they cannot afford to expose themselves to Galatasaray’s pace on the counterattack. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/spalletti-reveals-what-juventus-must-do-when-galatasaray-comes-to-turin/

Former Juventus midfielder Mauro: ‘Cambiaso & Cabal are not the problem…’ Former Juventus midfielder Massimo Mauro has claimed that whilst there is nothing special about struggling left-backs Andrea Cambiaso and Juan Cabal, there is a deeper rooted problem at the club in that they are missing the “five or six players who control the game, the ones they’ve always had.” Mauro said “Cambiaso isn’t a leader, he’s just a normal person.” However, he added that “neither he nor [Juan] Cabal are Juventus’ problem – rather the lack of five or six players who control the game, the ones they’ve always had.” Mauro, on the whole, was not impressed by the players at Juventus’ disposal and claimed that “the coach [Luciano Spalletti] is the only one the club need to keep.” ............ Cabal had only come on for Cambiaso at half-time and it took him twenty minutes to pick up two yellow cards, putting a massive dent in the Bianconeri’s hopes of staying in the Champions League. ............ It would now take a miracle in Turin for Juventus to qualify for the next round but former players like Mauro remain unconvinced that the club have what it takes to pull it out of the bag. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/former-juventus-mauro-cambiaso-cabal/

Juventus matched a sixty-seven-year-old unwanted record against Galatasaray Juventus were beaten 5-2 by Galatasaray in the Champions League last night, a result that ranks among their heaviest defeats in European competition. The Bianconeri have long been regarded as one of the continent’s most established clubs, and Serie A is widely considered one of the top five leagues in Europe. ............ Galatasaray boasts several high-profile players, including Victor Osimhen, yet there had been an expectation that Juventus would at least secure a draw before returning to Turin. That scenario did not materialise. Instead, the Bianconeri suffered a comprehensive defeat that leaves them needing to win by three clear goals at home to force extra time. The manner of the loss has intensified scrutiny on Juventus. Conceding five goals in a single European fixture is a rare occurrence for a club of their pedigree. Defensive frailties were exposed, and the scale of the defeat has left supporters deeply frustrated. ............ This was the first time Juventus had conceded five goals in a European match since the 1958,1959 season, when they were beaten 7-0 by Wiener SC. The statistic underlines the historical significance of the setback. Such a result will linger in the memory of fans for years to come. While the tie is not yet mathematically beyond them, Juventus now face an enormous task in Turin. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-matched-a-sixty-seven-year-old-unwanted-record-against-galatasaray/

Sandro Sabatini thinks a miracle is needed for Juventus in Turin Sandro Sabatini believes Juventus would require a miracle to overturn their heavy first-leg defeat against Galatasaray when the sides meet again in Turin. The men at the Allianz Stadium were beaten 5-2 in Istanbul, leaving them with a mountain to climb in the return fixture. Juventus must score three goals without reply to level the tie and force extra time. To progress outright, they would need to win 4-0 on the night and complete a 6-5 aggregate victory. It is an immense challenge, but the occasion presents the players with an opportunity to demonstrate character and resilience under pressure. ............ Galatasaray made full use of home advantage in the first leg, punishing Juventus and securing a commanding lead. The Bianconeri had aimed to either take a positive result from the opening encounter or at least keep the scoreline respectable in the event of defeat. Losing by a three-goal margin meant they achieved neither objective. As a result, the Old Lady must now attempt something extraordinary to remain in the competition. ............ Reflecting on what lies ahead, Sabatini offered a measured assessment of the situation. He said: “It must be said that the return leg is still pending, so Juventus should be given the opportunity to erase the criticism and make amends in Turin with a comeback that would be miraculous, given what we saw in the 5-2 first leg defeat in Istanbul.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/sandro-sabatini-thinks-a-miracle-is-needed-for-juventus-in-turin/

Se la Juventus dovesse qualificarsi dopo il 2-5 dell'andata, sarebbe la prima squadra italiana a riuscire nell'impresa. In quattro occasioni le squadre italiane hanno perso la partita di andata per 5-2 o piú e nessuna di loro é riuscita a ribaltare il risultato negativo nella partita di ritorno. Valencia 5-2 Lazio 1999-2000 (Champions League) Inter 2-5 Schalke 2010-11 (Champions League) Liverpool 5-2 Roma 2017-18 (Champions League) Manchester United 6-2 Roma 2020-21 (Europa League)

Juventus must make history to overcome Galatasaray in play-off second leg Juventus conceded five goals in a European match for just the second time in the club’s history with their 5-2 loss away against Galatasaray on Tuesday night, and now the Bianconeri are left needing to make history if they are to qualify for the Champions League round of 16. Juventus’s Champions League play-off round got off to the worst possible of starts after a 5-2 thrashing in Istanbul on Tuesday evening: Teun Koopmeiners came up with a half-time brace, but the Old Lady were overwhelmed with goals from Gabriel Sara, Noa Lang (x2), Davinson Sanchez and Sacha Boey. Gleison Bremer was forced off with an injury in the second half, and half-time substitute Juan Cabal was also sent off in the 67th minute. Not since a 7-0 defeat against Wiener Sport-Club in the second leg of the preliminary rounds of the 1958/59 European Cup have Juventus conceded five or more goals in a European match. ............ Juventus are left needing a three-goal victory at a minimum if they are to keep their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League round of 16 alive. Even more damning for the Bianconeri and their hopes of progressing is previous the precedent set by Lazio, Inter and Roma. There has only ever been four times previously that an Italian side has conceded five goals or more in the first of a two-legged European tie. Those results were as follows: Valencia 5-2 Lazio 1999-2000 (Champions League) Inter 2-5 Schalke 2010-11 (Champions League) Liverpool 5-2 Roma 2017-18 (Champions League) Manchester United 6-2 Roma 2020-21 (Europa League) On all four of those previous occasions, the Italian sides were knocked out in the second leg. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-must-make-history-to-overcome-gala/

Beniamino Vignola explains why he does not trust the Juventus defence Former Juventus star Beniamino Vignola does not believe the club’s defence is strong enough to overturn their first-leg loss to Galatasaray in the Champions League next week. The Turkish side defeated the Bianconeri 5-2, leaving Juventus needing three unanswered goals to force extra time in the return fixture. At one stage in the match, Juventus held a 2-1 lead and appeared on course to secure an advantage from the first leg. However, Galatasaray capitalised on Juventus’ defensive frailties. A red card for Juan Cabal further weakened the Italian side, and the visitors ultimately secured a comprehensive 5-2 victory. ............ The result came as a significant shock, and the men at the Allianz Stadium now face a daunting challenge if they are to progress to the next round. Many supporters and analysts believe there is no route back into the tie. However, only the first leg has been played, and football has repeatedly shown that dramatic turnarounds are possible. Juventus will attempt to mount a response when they host Galatasaray in Turin. Overturning a three-goal deficit will require discipline, intensity, and defensive stability. Yet Vignola, who previously won the European Cup with the Old Lady, has expressed serious reservations about the current back line. ............ Vignola was candid in his evaluation of the team’s defensive shortcomings. He said: “The defence today offers no certainty. And we’re giving the opponent too much space. The only ray of sunshine, albeit briefly, was Koopmeiners, who scored two important goals, one of which was truly beautiful. Unfortunately, it happened in a terrible match, but I hope this can give him that extra something he was looking for to finally break free.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/beniamino-vignola-explains-why-he-does-not-trust-the-juventus-defence/

Del Piero reacts to Galatasaray 5-2 Juventus hammering: ‘That’s the reality’ Juventus legend Alessandro Del Piero has had his say on the 5-2 hammering by Galatasaray in the Champions League play-off round on Tuesday evening, and has claimed that it might not be ‘the worst of evils for this side to play one game a week’ if they are to be knocked out of the competition next week. Juventus’s chances of qualifying for the Champions League round of 16 were dealt an enormous blow after a 5-2 defeat away against Galatasaray in the first leg of their play-off round tie on Tuesday night. ............ The situation means that Juventus need to win by a three goal margin at a minimum in the return leg at the Allianz Stadium on Tuesday if they are to keep their Champions League campaign alive. ............ “All aspects affected Spalletti, outlining that everything went wrong,” Del Piero said. “It shows that if Juventus aren’t at their best, then this is what they risk. That’s the reality. They risk making trivial mistakes, which are punished, they risk not having a real presence on the pitch. “Galatasaray played an excellent game, they played better. Juve struggled a lot, mentally and physically. “When you play every three days and you need to be at your best in every game, that’s where you see the real potential in a team and where it can aspire to finish. If Juve can’t find that, they will struggle with having three games a week, despite what they had shown in the weeks before.” ............ “They need to reverse their energy if they are to get through to the next round, because those Galatasaray players were almost possessed.” And if the Champions League journey were to come to an end for Juventus next week, Del Piero admitted: “Maybe it’s not the worst of evils for this Juventus side to play one game a week.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/del-piero-reacts-to-galatasaray-5-2-juventus/

Not just Vinicius Jr.: Lloyd Kelly also reports racist abuse after Juventus loss Juventus defender Lloyd Kelly has named and shamed an individual for racially abusing him on social media in the hours following Juventus’s 5-2 loss against Galatasaray in the Champions League on Tuesday night: ‘This I won’t accept’. ............ Posting on his Instagram story on Wednesday morning, the former Newcastle and Bournemouth defender has shared a screenshot of a comment left on one of his posts, which reads: “Go back to the zoo.” Kelly himself wrote: “Criticism comes all throughout life and in sports and I’ve always accepted this. Everyone’s entitled to their own opinions but this I won’t accept. “Words and actions have meaning and also consequences.” He proceeded to tag the individual who left the comment as well as the company that he is believed to work for. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/lloyd-kelly-reports-racist-abuse-juventus-loss/

“We lacked courage” Locatelli explains Juventus’ loss in Istanbul Manuel Locatelli has admitted that Juventus lacked the courage required to secure a positive result against Galatasaray, as the Turkish side recorded a resounding 5-2 victory. The defeat leaves the Bianconeri facing a daunting challenge in the return leg of their European tie. Juventus had entered the fixture in encouraging form in continental competition and began the match with confidence. By halftime, they held a 2-1 advantage and appeared well-positioned either to close out the contest or, at the very least, avoid defeat. ............ The game, however, unravelled dramatically after the interval. Juventus lost their composure, and Galatasaray capitalised ruthlessly, scoring four additional goals to seize complete control of the tie. Defensive lapses and a drop in intensity proved costly, transforming a promising position into a heavy defeat. The result means that, in Turin, Juventus must score four unanswered goals to progress to the next round. ............ Locatelli addressed the shortcomings in the aftermath of the match. He acknowledged both tactical and individual failings. He said: “We made mistakes we shouldn’t have made, even on the ball. We lacked courage, and we paid for it.” On the possibility of a comeback, he added: “It’s clear now that it’s difficult to talk about it. We have Como, and then at home we’ll try to give it our all. We have to believe in it; it will be very difficult, but we have to put our heart and soul into it.” ............ “The red card affected the match, but we made individual mistakes. We didn’t have the same reaction; we were exhausted and struggled. These are steps we need to take, and quickly.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/we-lacked-courage-locatelli-explains-juventus-loss-in-istanbul/