In the sixth round of the Champions League, two European soccer giants, Juventus and Manchester City, will meet in Turin. Both teams are going through a tough time, so the match is crucial for both of them to secure their place in the top 16.
Juventus: Stable defense, but few wins
Juventus' season in the Champions League has started well so far, as they have won their first two matches. However, they scored only two points in the last three rounds, making their progress uncertain. Under the management of Thiago Motta, the team can boast of a solid defense, as they have only conceded 10 goals in Serie A, while keeping 10 clean sheets.
Form timing and key moments:
- Four of their last seven matches have ended in draws, which shows that the team is struggling to win matches.
- In the previous weekend's match against Bologna, they came back from a 2-0 deficit, which shows their fighting spirit.
The key figure of the offensive line is Dusan Vlahovic, who returned after a long injury. Teun Koopmeiners is also in top form and plays an important role in midfield.
Expected starting team (4-2-3-1):
Perin - Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Danilo - Locatelli, Thuram - Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Weah - Vlahovic
Manchester City: Crisis and uncertainty
Manchester City have been one of the most stable teams in Europe under Pep Guardiola, but their current season has fallen far short of expectations. They squandered a three-goal lead in the 3-3 draw against Feyenoord, which is a cause for serious concern. They are also struggling in the English league, as they have won only one of their last nine matches.
Form timing and challenges:
- In their last two Champions League games, they have conceded seven goals while picking up just one point.
- The squad is plagued by injuries, including Nathan Ake, John Stones and Mateo Kovacic.
However, the team still has Erling Haaland, who can decide a match at any time. The return of Kevin De Bruyne could also boost the midfield, while Matheus Nunes has been outstanding in recent matches.
Expected starting team (4-2-3-1):
Ortega - Walker, Dias, Guardiol, Lewis - Gundogan - Savinho, De Bruyne, Silva, Nunes - Haaland
Balance against each other
Juventus and Manchester City have met five times so far, and the Italian team is still unbeaten in the duel. Juventus has a record of three wins and two draws in the matches so far, which should give them confidence.
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Forecast
The form of both teams is far from peak form, so a balanced match can be expected. Juventus are always dangerous at home, but Manchester City's attacking line can score at any time.
Summary
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