It won’t be the first meeting of the two, and there have already been six such occasions in the past. The first came in 1976 in the UEFA Cup, when Juventus lost the first leg 1-0 away from home, but turned things around with a 2-0 home win in the second. Back in 2010, two 1-1 draws were produced in their Europa League games - again in the group phase - before Champions League ties in 2015 saw the Bianconeri win 2-1 away with goals from Mario Mandzukic and Alvaro Morata and then win 1-0 at home.
Manchester City's History and Success
The club derives from West Gorton St. Marks, a club that had been founded in 1880 and renamed as Ardwick AFC in 1887 before moving to Hyde Road 10 years later, where it was then refounded as Manchester City FC on 16 April, 1897. From 1923 until 2003 they played their home games at Maine Road - demolished in 2004 - and moved the to the City of Manchester Stadium across the city.
City’s history - albeit mostly recent - is filled with success. In all they have 10 league titles, seven FA Cups, eight League Cups, seven FA Community Shields, a Champions league, a UEFA Super Cup and a FIFA Club World Cup. They are England’s fourth club as far as success is concerned (31 trophies), and have recently become a European superpower. They are undoubtedly one of the teams to beat in the Champions League this season.
Manchester City This Season
It’s no surprise by now that Pep Guardiola’s City have had a perfect start to the season with three wins from three, showing just how strong they are compared to the rest. Those wins came against Chelsea, Ipswich Town and West Ham, while they also beat Manchester United on penalties to win the Community Shield.
As always, they will be trying to win everything this season.
What to Expect in the Match
The match between Juventus and Manchester City promises to be a captivating encounter. Juventus, under the guidance of Thiago Motta, will be looking to capitalize on home advantage and put up a strong fight against the reigning champions.
Manchester City, on the other hand, will be aiming to maintain their dominance and showcase their attacking prowess. With a squad brimming with talent, they possess the firepower to break down any defense. The match is likely to be a tactical battle, with both teams employing different strategies to gain an edge.
The Verdict
This match will be a clash of titans. While Juventus might be the underdog, they have shown their resilience in the past. It’s a match that will be closely watched by football fans worldwide, and it’s likely to be a thriller. The outcome will depend on the form of both teams on the day, but one thing is for sure: the match will be a spectacle not to be missed.
