Category: Analysis
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Under the microscope: Outclassed in Turin – Reasons behind Juve’s exit from the Champions League
Despite being the favorites to progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League, the Old Lady suffered a disappointing defeat in the return leg of Round-of-16. Both the teams were at level-pegging at half-time, however, Villarreal scored three goals in the last 15 minutes to seal their passage to the next round. Gerard Moreno came…
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Stats Gallery: xT timeline, shots, PPDA and more from Juventus vs Villarreal
Juventus crashed out of the Champions League as Villarreal scored three late goals to progress into the quarter-finals. We’ve broken down all the key stats for you to digest, including; * shot maps * xT (expected threat) * pass networks * xG timelines * defensive duels * average positions and much more! Which team dominated…
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Juventus vs Villarreal Preview: Threat analysis, xG and more – what do the stats say?
Juventus will welcome Villarreal at the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday for the return leg of the Champions League Round-of-16. The home side are undefeated in all competitions since the first leg while the visitors have suffered one defeat in their previous three matches. Can the Old Lady move to the quarter-finals? Juventus have seen an…
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Under the microscope: Allegri’s lineup to unlock Villarreal defense in the return-leg
Juventus will welcome Villarreal for the return leg of the Champions League Round-of-16. Since the turn of the year, the Bianconeri have seen a decent run of form. They have moved back into the top-four of Serie A, while they are also in an advantageous position to move to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.…
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Under the microscope: Antonio Rudiger- The Bonucci replacement that Juve have been searching for
As part of the recent sanctions placed on Chelsea and their owner, the club will not be allowed to renew the contracts of their players for the time being. One Chelsea player who is out of contract and will become a free agent this summer is the German centre-back, Antonio Rudiger. The 29-year-old defender is…
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Under the microscope: Daniele Rugani – Is he a long-term centre-back replacement?
Ahead of an important phase of the campaign, the Old Lady are slowly seeing their injured players recover. Juventus were without nine players before heading into the match against Fiorentina in the first leg of the Coppa Italia semi-final. Among those nine players, Daniele Rugani recently made his comeback after a brief spell on the…
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Under the microscope: Moise Kean – Is he set for a starting role in Allegri’s attacking line?
Since making his return to the Old Lady, Moise Kean has remained on the fringes of Allegri’s starting XI. The Italian international had developed under Allegri in Turin before switching to the Premier League, joining Everton. After a disappointing campaign with the Toffees, Kean was loaned out to PSG. During his loan spell at PSG,…
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Under the microscope: The emergence of Mattia De Sciglio under Allegri
It was reported earlier this month that the Juventus hierarchy would be focusing on contract renewals after an impressive transfer window. Recently, it has been claimed that 29-year-old full-back, Mattia De Sciglio, is close to signing a new deal. After a slow start to the season, De Sciglio has emerged as an important player amidst…
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Stats Gallery: Set-pieces, shots on target, duels and more from Villarreal vs Juventus
Villarreal held Juventus to a 1-1 draw in the first leg of Champions League Round-of-16 match. Vlahovic scored the fastest Champions League debut goal, giving his side the lead before Dani Parejo leveled the score-line. We’ve broken down all the key stats for you to digest, including; * shot maps * xT (expected threat) * pass…
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Villarreal vs Juventus Preview: Attacking stats, successful dribbles and more – what do the stats say?
Estadio de la Cerámica is the venue for Tuesday’s Champions League Round-of-16 match between Villarreal and Juventus. The home side were runner-ups in Group F while the visitors finished top of Group H. Can the Bianconeri gain an advantage before the return leg at home? Villarreal head into the first leg of the Round-of-16 on…