Champions League: Juventus Returns to the European Stage
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 20:00
Champions League: Juventus Returns to the European Stage
Champions League action is back as Juventus gears up for their 2024/25 UEFA Champions League opener against PSV. This Tuesday, 17 September, the Bianconeri host their rivals at the Allianz Stadium, marking the beginning of a new competition format with eight League Phase matches.
Memorable Matchday 1 Moments
As fans eagerly await the match, let's reflect on some of the most memorable Matchday 1s from Juventus’ storied campaign history:
- Champions League 2003/04: Juventus 2 - 1 Galatasaray. A brace from Alessandro Del Piero set the tone for the campaign.
- Champions League 2014/15: Juventus 2 - 0 Malmo. Carlos Tevez’s two goals ensured a strong start.
- Champions League 2015/16: Manchester City 1 - 2 Juventus. A thrilling comeback led by goals from Mandzukic and Morata.
- Champions League 2020/21: Dinamo Kyiv 0 - 2 Juventus. Alvaro Morata shone with two goals, launching the team to the top of the group.
As the Bianconeri embark on this season's Champions League journey, fans are hopeful for similar magic.
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