Juventus and Sporting CP Announce Official Champions League MD4 Line-Ups
Juventus and Sporting CP are set to clash in a highly anticipated Champions League match. This encounter marks Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti’s debut in the competition. The match will take place at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, kicking off at 20:00 GMT.
Juventus’ Recent Challenges
The Bianconeri have faced significant challenges recently. After a seven-match winless streak, including four matches without scoring, the club decided to part ways with coach Igor Tudor. Massimo Brambilla briefly stepped in as caretaker, securing a 3-1 victory over Udinese.
Spalletti took the helm for the first time on Saturday, leading the team to a 2-1 win against Cremonese. During that match, he made several tactical adjustments, including deploying Teun Koopmeiners in a central role and integrating Kenan Yildiz back into the starting lineup after overcoming a knee issue.
Current Squad Status
- Injuries: Lloyd Kelly, Gleison Bremer, and Juan Cabal are sidelined.
- Khephren Thuram is fit to play, while Weston McKennie has switched to a new position.
- Francisco Conceicao has been included for a more offensive approach.
Juventus has struggled in their group, managing only a draw with Borussia Dortmund and a loss to Real Madrid. Their recent form suggests they need to optimize their game to secure essential points.
Sporting CP’s Strong Performance
Sporting CP has demonstrated solid form in the Champions League thus far. They triumphed over Kairat Almaty 4-1 and secured a 2-1 victory against Olympique Marseille. However, they faced a narrow 2-1 defeat against Napoli.
As of now, Sporting has won their last five competitive matches, remaining unbeaten since the Napoli loss on October 1. However, they will be without long-term absentees Nuno Santos and Daniel Bragança due to knee ligament injuries. Ivan Fresneda is also unavailable with an ankle sprain.
Line-ups for Juventus vs. Sporting CP
| Team | Line-up |
|---|---|
| Juventus | Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Koopmeiners; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Conceicao, Yildiz; Vlahovic |
| Sporting CP | Rui Silva; Vagiannidis, Diomande, Inacio, Araujo; Simoes, Hjulmand; Quenda, Trincao, Goncalves; Ioannidis |
The match promises to be a pivotal moment for both teams as they strive to enhance their standings in the Champions League. Fans eagerly await the outcome as Juventus seeks redemption while Sporting looks to maintain their impressive form.
