Juventus vs PSV preparation and good news

Updated: 17 Sept, 2024 • 0 • min read

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Ahead of PSV Match, Motta Reminds Vlahovic Not to Be Anti-Criticism

Dusan Vlahovic is in the spotlight after failing to score for Juventus in the last two Serie A matches. Ahead of the match against PSV Eindhoven in the Champions League, the Serbian striker was asked not to be sensitive to criticism.

Having achieved two consecutive wins over Como and Hellas Verona at the start of the season, Juventus' progress slowed down after being held to a goalless draw by AS Roma and Empoli. Thiago Motta's team's position in the standings dropped from the top to fourth with eight points.

Vlahovic, who previously contributed goals in the first two matches, finally became a 'sacrifice' because he was unable to add to his goal collection. Juventus' failure to win seemed to be the 24-year-old's fault.

Motta himself does not think so, because for him Vlahovic still contributed to Juventus' clean sheet record so far. However, he also felt the need to emphasize that his players should not be bothered by the negative comments.

"Vlahovic is fine, it is important for him to accept criticism," said Motta, quoted by Football Italia.

"He has scored goals this season and will try to do it more often. The most important thing is that he continues with this spirit, trying to help the team. If we keep a clean sheet, it is also thanks to him."

"Clean passes will put him in the best condition to score goals. Football is a shared responsibility, so he must accept criticism and continue to do his job," Motta explained.

Juventus will face PSV at the Allianz Stadium on Tuesday (17/9/2024) at 23.45 WIB.

Juventus Have Forgotten Empoli, Focus on PSV

Juventus are no longer thinking about the draw against Empoli. La Vecchia Signora is determined to bounce back in the match against PSV in the Champions League.

Juventus will host PSV in the first match of the 2024/2025 Champions League. The Juventus vs PSV duel will be held at the Allianz Stadium, Tuesday (17/9/2024) evening WIB.

Before facing PSV, Juventus' steps faltered in Serie A. The Bianconeri were held to a 0-0 draw by Empoli last weekend.

That was the second goalless draw in a row for Juventus. Sharpening the attack line is also homework for Juventus coach Thiago Motta.

"I can't wait to play this match and feel the emotion. This will be a great match between two teams that want to play. We will try to get a result, for us and the audience," said Motta as reported by Football Italia.

"Everything matters in football. We played well against Empoli, but didn't get the desired result. This chapter is over, so we will focus on tomorrow's match."

"We feel good. We've worked to feel this emotion and we're proud to be at this point against a top team. I want to see a great match and take it in the direction we want, not the one PSV wants," he said.

Juventus Lead PSV 2-0 in the First Half

Juventus hosted PSV Eindhoven in the first matchday of the Champions League. The Bianconeri led 2-0 in the first half.

Juventus vs PSV took place at the Allianz Stadium, Wednesday (18/9/2024) early morning WIB. The hosts actually tried to control the game first, but PSV were the ones who threatened first through Joey Veerman.

PSV appeared very aggressive in the first 15 minutes. The Dutch team was also very fast in passing the ball, which made Juventus overwhelmed.

The real threat from Juventus came in the 19th minute. Andrea Cambiaso sent a cross into the PSV goalmouth, but Nico Gonzalez failed to head the ball perfectly.

Juventus led 1-0 in the 21st minute. Yildiz swept into the box from the left and curled a shot into the top corner of PSV's far post.

Nico Gonzalez again failed to break through PSV's goal. This time his header went over the PSV goal.

Juventus took a 2-0 lead in the 27th minute. Weston McKennie scored after pounced on a loose ball from Gonzalez that Dusan Vlahovic failed to control.

Juventus created several other chances. However, the score remained 2-0 until halftime.