Unstoppable Force Meets Unbreachable Defence: Juventus’ 4-Game Shutout Streak Faces PSV’s 20-Point Surge in UCL Showdown
- The newly reorganized UEFA Champions League (UCL) begins with a highly anticipated match between Juventus and PSV Eindhoven.
- Thiago Motta's newly-recruited Juventus have put in an impressive defensive start to the Serie A season.
- Although they showed disappointing scoring ability in the 0-0 draw against Empoli, they have not conceded a point in four consecutive games, leaving fans satisfied with their defence.
UEFA Champions League Match Preview: Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven
Match Schedule: Wednesday, September 18, 1:45 a.m. (Korean Time) / Allianz Stadium (Turin)
Gosu Sports Match Prediction: Draw
The newly reorganized UEFA Champions League (UCL) begins with a highly anticipated match between Juventus and PSV Eindhoven. With 36 teams competing, every game is expected to be a highly concentrated match not to be missed.
1. Juventus’ Impressive Defensive Start to the Season
Thiago Motta’s newly-recruited Juventus have put in an impressive defensive start to the Serie A season. They defeated Como and Verona 3–0 in the first and second games respectively. Juventus, who drew 0-0 with AS Roma in their third-round match, continued their scoreless streak against Empoli, which was played after a two-week international break.
Although they showed disappointing scoring ability in the 0-0 draw against Empoli, they have not conceded a point in four consecutive games, leaving fans satisfied with their defence. Juventus are expected to focus on defense rather than attack as Milik is still out with injury.
2. PSV Eindhoven’s Impressive Attacking Prowess
PSV, last season’s Eredivisie champions, have continued their impressive scoring performance this season. PSV lost in a penalty shootout against Feyenoord in the Dutch Super Cup, but showed a strong offense with four goals.
In five games played since the start of the season, they have scored 20 goals and are on a five game winning streak. Although the Eredivisie has a power gap between the league’s teams, PSV’s attacking prowess, averaging 4 goals per game, is unrivaled even among the top teams.
3. First Match Between Juventus and PSV Eindhoven Expected to be a Draw
Not a single game can be wasted in UCL this season. You must play with a target of 3 points to be in the top 8 and go directly to the round of 16. It is expected that PSV will attack actively and take a point from the away game against Juventus.