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Motta set for his 14th different formation in 15 games Thiago Motta’s tactical approach at Juventus has quickly garnered attention, establishing him as a “tinkerer” unafraid to experiment with lineups and formations to bring Juventus back to prominence in Italian football. Since taking the reins, Motta has embraced a flexible, adaptive style, shifting his lineup and formation regularly. In the 14 games under his leadership, he has deployed 13 different formations, and he’s likely to introduce a new system against Lille, marking his 14th formation in 15 matches. This constant reshuffling started in his very first game when he made the surprising decision to start young Samuel Mbangula. The choice raised eyebrows, but Motta defended it, asserting that every player who performs well in training deserves a chance on the pitch. ............ Motta’s adaptability keeps Juventus unpredictable, a quality that served him well at Bologna. His willingness to adjust tactics based on opponents and match contexts makes it challenging for rivals to strategise against Juventus effectively. This unpredictability was key to his success at Bologna, and Juventus fans are hopeful that it will continue to yield positive results for their team as well. ............ As Juventus faces Lille, a team known for upsetting European heavyweights, Motta’s approach could be especially beneficial. His tinkering keeps his lineup unpredictable, which will be vital in countering Lille’s game plan. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-set-for-his-14th-different-formation-in-15-games/

Ex-Juventus midfielder warns them against giant-killing Lille Juventus faces a challenging task in the Champions League as they prepare to take on Lille away. With two wins and one loss in the group stage so far, Juventus has managed a strong start, but their defeat to Stuttgart was a sobering reminder of the competition’s intensity. Lille, on the other hand, has proven themselves formidable, dispatching Fenerbahce in the qualifying round and notching victories over Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid in the group stage, showcasing their knack for unsettling high-profile opponents. ............ Vladimir Jugovic, a former Juventus star, issued a word of caution for his former club, acknowledging Lille’s prowess. He drew a parallel between this clash and a memorable Champions League encounter in 1996 against Nantes, another French side. “Watch out for Lille,” Jugovic warned, as reported by Tuttojuve. “Juventus in the Champions League against a French team reminds me of my goal against Nantes. Lille beat Real Madrid and Atletico, Juve have been warned. But if you win these games, especially away from home, you come out of it more aware and stronger.” He also expressed confidence in Juventus’s potential under Motta, praising their performance in Leipzig and suggesting they have the resilience to match Lille’s intensity. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/ex-juventus-midfielder-warns-them-against-giant-killing-lille/

Lille president heaps praise on Motta and says Juventus made the right choice Lille’s president, Olivier Letang, has high regard for Juventus manager Thiago Motta, having worked alongside him during Motta’s years as a player at Paris Saint-Germain. ............ “During our discussions, I always told him that he would be a great coach. What he did with Bologna is remarkable. The Juventus directors made the best choice in hiring him: he will do great things,” Letang said. This strong endorsement highlights Motta’s rapid rise as a manager, emphasising how Juventus’s decision to hire him was seen as a well-considered move in European football circles. His reputation for adaptability—using 13 different formations in just 14 games so far this season—illustrates a strategic approach that keeps opponents on their toes and his own team constantly evolving. ............ For Motta, this game is also a return to France, where he enjoyed the longest tenure of his playing career with PSG. His familiarity with the strengths and style of Ligue 1 teams could benefit Juventus in navigating Lille’s high-stakes home advantage. Motta has shown he knows how to set up his team for success under pressure, but Lille’s strong performances in this year’s competition make them formidable opponents. As Juventus continues its Champions League journey, their clash with Lille will test Motta’s tactical flexibility and Juventus’s ability to establish themselves as a top European team this season. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/lille-president-heaps-praise-on-motta-and-says-juventus-made-the-right-choice/

Koopmeiners forced to sleep on couch for 20 days due to rib fracture Juventus midfielder Teun Koopmeiners was forced to sleep on the couch for 20 days due to pain from a rib fracture. The Netherlands midfielder missed the latest international break with his national team last month after suffering a rib fracture in a Serie A match against Cagliari. He was ruled out of Juventus’ matches against Lazio, VfB Stuttgart, and Inter but returned to action against Parma last week. ............ This affected the player’s rest, not to mention that Koopmeiners had to play with rib protection in recent appearances with his club. ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-star-sleep-couch-20-days-fracture/

Douglas Luiz could be set for shock return to Aston Villa in January Douglas Luiz hasn’t settled in at Juventus after his big-money move from Aston Villa. After putting in poor performances and giving away multiple penalties for Juve, he picked up an injury. He wasn’t in the team’s squad for the game against Udinese at the weekend and the feeling was that he is continuing to nurse a muscle issue. ............ As doubts increase about his tactical suitability, Juve are already considering Parma’s Adrian Bernabe as a replacement. At the same time, Juve also want Douglas Luiz to regain confidence and there is a suggestion that he could return in January to Aston Villa on loan. ............ . Read more -> https://sportwitness.co.uk/from-italy-douglas-luiz-could-be-set-for-shock-return-to-aston-villa-in-january/

The probable Juventus lineup vs Lille: Yildiz & Weah vying for starting berth On Tuesday night, Juventus will be aiming to return to winning ways on the European stage when they take on their hosts Lille on the fourth matchday of the Champions League group stage. ............ Michele Di Gregorio will start between the sticks, with Federico Gatti and Pierre Kalulu ahead of him. Andrea Cambiaso will maintain his usual starting berth, but could be shifted to right-back to make way for Juan Cabal on the left side. The Colombian appears to be the favorite to start, but the source leaves a chance for Nicolo Savona. In the middle of the park, Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram should get the nod once again. ............ Teun Koopmeiners will start ahead of them in the attacking-midfielder role, supporting Dusan Vlahovic who remains the solitary option to lead the line. Finally, Francisco Conceicao will make his return to the starting XI after being benched on the weekend. With the Portuguese locking down a place on the right, Kenan Yildiz and Timothy will compete for the left-winger role. Juventus Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Cambiaso, Gatti, Kalulu, Cabal (Savona); Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz/Weah; Vlahovic. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-probable-juventus-lineup-vs-lille-yildiz-weah-vying-for-starting-berth/

LOSC Lille vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction Juventus will hope they do not fall into the LOSC Lille giant-killing trap as they visit France to take on the in-form Ligue 1 side. ............ Much like Lille, Juventus also has six points to their name after a solid start to their season in all competitions. A solid victory at home over PSV Eindhoven opened the Bianconeri’s account in the Champions League, followed by a stellar game away at Leipzig, where they converted their chances for a 3-2 reverse win. However, at the third time of asking, Juventus fumbled at home against VfB Stuttgart, handing the visitors all three points. Thiago Motta will be hopeful of a revival against ‘giant hunters’ Lille, with the need for three points growing extremely important in the context of finishing in the top eight. Back in Italy, Juventus ended a run of two draws with a victory at the weekend over Udinese, which brought them closer to leaders Napoli. However, Motta will focus his total attention on the Champions League battle at hand, as a win seems imperative for the Bianconeri, or else they will come under intense pressure ahead of the next games. Team News & Tactics LOSC Lille ............ Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Chevalier; Toure, Diakite, Mandi, Gudmundsson; Andre, Mukau; Zhegrova, Gomes, Sahraoui; David Juventus Juventus is missing some key starters from the squad, and defensive depth is a big problem for Motta. Federico Gatti and Pierre Kalulu are the likely central defensive options. Nicolo Savona and Andrea Cambiaso. They are missing Gleison Bremer through a season-ending injury, while fellow Danilo is suspended for this clash. Weston McKennie will partner up with Nicolo Fagioli in central midfield, while Teun Koopmeiners is set to take the attacking midfield berth. Nico Gonzalez is also absent from the squad, meaning Francisco Conceicao will continue on the right wing, with Kenan Yildiz likely to feature on the left side of the attack. Dusan Vlahovic will lead the line for Juventus, as the Serb will hope to get on the scoresheet and continue his impressive form in the Champions League. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Kalulu, Cambiaso; McKennie, Fagioli, Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic Key Stats Lille are unbeaten in eight matches in all competitions. Lille have won their last two games in the UEFA Champions League. Lille have won eight of their nine matches at home in the UEFA Champions League. Juventus are unbeaten away from home this season in all competitions. Juventus are the only unbeaten team in Serie A this season. Player to Watch Jonathan David This is a game where some of the top professionals will take the pitch. However, at home, Lille star David will have all the spotlight to himself. Having played a starring role in each of their wins over Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid, he will have expectations on his shoulders ahead of this big game with Juventus. ............ Prediction LOSC Lille 2-2 Juventus This game has all the hallmarks for a draw, as these are two teams in decent form facing each other, although Lille has some more impetus on home soil. They have the momentum in the UEFA Champions League and will want to continue that against Juventus. Juventus might have lost the last time out to VfB Stuttgart, and Thiago Motta will make sure they do not suffer a defeat on their visit to France. Hence, this game might have goals, and it does appear that, given the two teams’ current form, it will probably end in an entertaining draw. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2024/11/05/losc-lille-vs-juventus-preview-and-prediction/

Official Juventus Squad for Lille clash: Douglas Luiz returns ............ Thiago Motta has received a boost as Douglas Luiz has returned to the squad. The Brazilian has been out of action since suffering a muscle problem during the warm-ups ahead of the Stuttgart clash. The 26-year-old thus remained on the sidelines during the last three Serie A contests against Inter, Parma and Udinese. This morning, the midfielder returned to training alongside his teammates, and managed to prove his fitness. Therefore, Motta decided to add him to the squad. ............ On the other hand, Nico Gonzalez hasn’t recovered from his muscle injury yet. The Argentine is now targetting a return to action in the weekend’s Derby della Mole against Torino. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/official-juventus-squad-for-lille-clash-douglas-luiz-returns/

The most interesting stats leading to Lille vs Juventus On Tuesday night, Lille will host Juventus at the Stade Pierre Mauroy in the fourth matchday of the Champions League group stage. The Bianconeri currently sit 14th in the overall table after seeing their perfect start interrupted by a surprising defeat at the hands of Stuttgart. The Ligue 1 side is right behind the Old Lady in 15th place. ............ First of all, it should be noted that this will be the maiden meeting between the two clubs in any official competition. Moreover, Lille have a humble record against Serie A clubs, only winning one of their previous Champions League contests against Italian opposition, while drawing one and losing two. Their solitary victory was against Milan in December 2016. Nevertheless, Juventus also have an abysmal record against French sides recently, only registering one win in their last four meetings with Ligue 1 clubs. They lost home and away against Paris Saint-Germain in their catastrophic group-stage run in the 2022/23 campaign. Nine different Juventus players have made their Champions League debuts this season. Kenan Yildiz, Andrea Cambiaso, Nico Gonzalez, Douglas Luiz, Michele Di Gregorio, Nicolo Savona, Vasilije Adzic, Jonas Rouhi and Juan Cabal have all made their bow in Europe’s elite club competition this term. This is the highest number of Juventus UCL debutants since the 2012/13 season (eleven in that case). ............ Finally, this will be a special occasion for Timothy Weah who rose to prominence during his time at Lille before signing for Juventus in 2023. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-most-interesting-stats-leading-to-lille-vs-juventus/

Lille’s Genesio: ‘We’ll be missing 10 players, It will be difficult to face Juventus’ As the Champions League returns with several intriguing matchups, Lille prepare to host Juventus in a crucial game for both teams’ qualification hopes. On the eve of the match, Lille’s manager Bruno Genesio addressed the media in a press conference. ............ Regarding his expectations for the match, Genesio stated: “Every Champions League game is different, but there’s a fundamental parameter for achieving a result: commitment. Like Italian teams, Juventus is very well organized and very difficult to face. It’s important to be aware that we’ve already achieved two great feats in this competition. So we’ll play at our best, and we have our fans who will give us strength.” Lille has already secured 6 points by defeating both Real and Atletico Madrid. Commenting on their journey so far, Genesio said: “Before Sporting in Portugal, Real, and then Atlético again in Madrid, we might have expected to have one or three points. Today we have six after overcoming two of the biggest teams in our group. ............ In conclusion, Genesio shared his approach with the players: “I talk little about the result with my players, more about how to play, how to achieve the goal. This is the most important thing, to eliminate the pressure we put on qualification. A victory would be a big step. But we haven’t arrived yet, there’s a big club in front of us, we mustn’t forget its history.” . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/lilles-genesio-well-be-missing-10-players-it-will-be-difficult-to-face-juventus-juventus/

Preview: Lille vs. Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups Two teams with six points from three Champions League matches meet on Tuesday, as Lille host Juventus at Stade Pierre Mauroy. The sides' first competitive meeting comes after the Ligue 1 side enjoyed stunning back-to-back wins over both Madrid clubs, while Juve faltered for the first time at the end of October. Match preview Having caused quite a stir by winning 1-0 against reigning champions Real Madrid in their last Champions League home game, Lille will now look to win successive home fixtures in Europe's top club competition for the first time to date. ............ After scoring six times in the course of winning their first two Champions League fixtures under Thiago Motta - against PSV Eindhoven and RB Leipzig - Juventus confidently announced their return to Europe's top table. However, since the Italian giants were beaten by Stuttgart last time out, they have lost a little momentum in Serie A, slipping further behind league leaders Napoli. Juve had pulled off a remarkable 3-2 win at Leipzig despite going down to 10 men, but they slipped up against Stuttgart in Turin, conceding the only goal in stoppage time, just after Danilo was sent off. ............ On Saturday, the Bianconeri steadied the ship by beating Udinese 2-0, remaining the only unbeaten team in Italy's top flight this season - albeit having drawn six of 11 games so far. Now, before a weekend clash with city rivals Torino, the two-time European champions will try to win in France, keeping them in the mix for a coveted top-eight finish. Team News ............ While the hosts will have Alexsandro back from a ban, Juventus will be missing two Brazilian defenders of their own: Danilo must serve a suspension, while Bremer succumbed to a serious knee injury during the win over Leipzig. Summer signing Nico Gonzalez is still struggling with a thigh issue, but Teun Koopmeiners made his first start for several weeks at the weekend, and Douglas Luiz will be back in the squad. Having broken into the starting XI of late, ex-Lille winger Tim Weah - who scored eight goals in 107 games for LOSC before moving to Turin - could continue to support Dusan Vlahovic in the final third. Lille possible starting lineup: Chevalier; Meunier, Diakite, Alexsandro, Gudmundsson; Bouaddi, Andre; Zhegrova, Angel Gomes, Sahraoui; David Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Cambiaso; Locatelli, McKennie; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Weah; Vlahovic We say: Lille 2-2 Juventus Both teams are flying high domestically and have similar records in Europe, so it could be difficult to separate them on Tuesday evening. As Juventus have started to leak goals, Lille should score at least once; however, Juve's front line has recently clicked into gear and can strike hard on the counter. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/lille/champions-league/preview/preview-lille-vs-juventus-prediction-team-news-lineups_557261.html

Motta previews Lille-Juventus, defends his team-selection policy: “I believe in it 200%” On the eve of the Champions League clash, Juventus coach Thiago Motta discussed the encounter against Lille while shedding some light on his philosophy. ............ “We have great respect for Lille, their coach and the players,” said the 42-year-old in his pre-match press conference. “Dusan [Vlahovic] is doing well, he’s been working hard since the start of the season. Now he has to continue to give something more for the team. We have a lot of faith in Dusan and the others. We want a strong performance tomorrow.” Douglas Luiz has received a call-up after overcoming a recent injury, and Motta insists the midfielder could have an important role to play from the start of coming off the bench. “With Douglas back, we have one more player who can help us. Either from the start or coming off the bench, I’m happy to have him. ............ “Is it risky? It could be. It depends on how you perceive it, I don’t see it that way. It takes so much effort from us to track the conditions of the players and study who can do better at that particular moment. “Everyone has their own philosophy, they are all respectable. I believe 200% in mine. The decisions will be made based on the work we do during the week, on and off the pitch, the attitude, the technical quality, the physical condition and so on.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-previews-lille-juventus-defends-his-team-selection-policy-i-believe-in-it-200/

Bergomi hails Juventus midfielder: “I would never leave him out” Legendary Inter defender Giuseppe Bergomi identifies Manuel Locatelli as the most irreplaceable player at Juventus. ............ But while Thiago Motta has named Teun Koopmeiners as his most indispensable player, Bergomi, on the other hand, sees it differently, lauding Locatelli as the club’s most essential player in the middle of the park. “The one Thiago Motta needs most is Locatelli,” said the 1982 World Cup winner. “I would never leave out someone like him. He played a great game in Udine.” ............ “I also saw Thuram doing very well. The two of them in the middle of the park were great against Udinese.” While Locatelli sat deep and pulled the strings from the middle of the park, Thuram was the one pushing forward, basically acting as the box-to-box midfielder. ............ It remains to be seen if Motta will maintain this midfield duo for the Champions League contest against Lille, or hand opportunities to Nicolo Fagioli and Weston McKennie. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/inter-icon-bergomi-hails-juventus-midfielder-i-would-never-leave-him-out/

“Absolutely not” – Juventus midfielder denies being Pogba’s heir Juventus midfielder Khephren Thuram insists there’s only one Paul Pogba while previewing tomorrow’s Champions League clash against Lille. After landing in France, the 23-year-old joined his manager Thiago Motta for the pre-match conference. ............ “They are an excellent team. They play very well. They have an excellent coach, but we’ll be ready,” said Thuram. “They rely on ball possession with their players freely roaming on the pitch. They always surge forward. They won against two big European teams.” ........... “My father always calls me to highlight the mistakes I make and tell me where I can improve. And that is the most important thing.” Thuram celebrated the own-goal he sparked by mimicking the celebration of his teammate Paul Pogba, and later revealed that the 31-year-old was always his football idol. ............ “Pogba’s heir? No, absolutely not. There is only one Pogba. He is a very strong player and he has shown it in his career. I try to be the best version of myself, but I cannot say I am his heir.” Juventus had a former Lille star among their ranks in the form of Timothy Weah, but Thuram also feels he knows his next opponents inside out. “Tim didn’t tell me about the team, as I already know them well. I have played many times against Lille. The stadium is very beautiful. Tim is very happy to return home.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/absolutely-not-juventus-midfielder-denies-being-pogbas-heir/

Juventus duo unlikely to recover for Champions League clash vs Lille Juventus will most likely have to do without Nico Gonzalez and Douglas Luiz in Tuesday’s European encounter against Lille. The Bianconeri will travel to France later today to take on the Ligue 1 side in the fourth round of the Champions League group stage. ............ Gonzalez has been out with a muscular injury since the Champions League contest against RB Leipzig. And since he has yet to return to training with his teammates, he’ll have to skip the upcoming European contest as well. ............ As for Luiz, he has been on the sidelines since picking up a muscle problem during the warm-ups ahead of the contest against Stuttgart a couple of weeks ago. And like Gonzalez, the Brazilian hasn’t rejoined group training. Nevertheless, the source gives the midfielder a slightly bigger hope of returning to the squad compared to his Argentine teammate. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-duo-unlikely-to-recover-for-champions-league-clash-vs-lille/

Conceicao to return to starting lineup for Champions League contest vs Lille Juventus coach Thiago Motta could maintain the same core for the Champions League encounter against Lille, but he could still make a few tweaks to the starting lineup that beat Udinese on Saturday, as Francisco Conceicao should get the nod from the get-go. ............ There will be limited changes in Motta’s selections, as the defensive pairing of Pierre Kalulu and Federico Gatti will maintain their roles at the heart of the backline amidst the absence of the injured Gleison Bremer and the suspended Danilo. Andrea Cambiaso is now a certainty for the manager, but it remains to be seen if he’ll fielded as a right-back or a left-back. This will largely depend on whether Motta chooses to keep Nicolo Savona or revert to Juan Cabal. ............ In the middle of the park, Manuel Locatelli and Khephren Thuram both produced solid displays against the Zebrette, so they could be confirmed ahead of the Champions League contest. ............ Moreover, Motta admitted that Teun Koopmeiners is irreplaceable, so it’s safe to say the Dutchman will start in the hole behind Dusan Vlahovic who maintains his role due to the lack of alternatives. ............ Conceicao will most likely replace Timothy Weah who started the last three fixtures, so Kenan Yildiz should preserve his starting berth. Juventus Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Kalulu, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-winger-to-return-to-starting-lineup-for-champions-league-contest-vs-lille/