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Juventus Secures 2-1 First-Leg Win Over PSV in Champions League Playoff

Weston McKennie's stunning strike and Samuel Mbangula's late winner give Juventus an edge heading into the second leg.

Soccer Football - Champions League - Knockout Phase Playoff - First Leg - Juventus v PSV Eindhoven - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - February 11, 2025 PSV Eindhoven's Ryan Flamingo and Richard Ledezma look dejected after the match REUTERS/Massimo Pinca
Soccer Football - Champions League - Knockout Phase Playoff - First Leg - Juventus v PSV Eindhoven - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - February 11, 2025 Juventus coach Thiago Motta before the match REUTERS/Massimo Pinca
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Samuel Mbangula's winner against PSV Eindhoven was his first goal in the Champions League

Overview

  • Weston McKennie opened the scoring for Juventus in the 34th minute with a powerful shot from the edge of the penalty area, marking his third Champions League goal this season.
  • PSV Eindhoven equalized in the 56th minute through Ivan Perisic, who delivered a composed finish after a buildup that survived a VAR review.
  • Juventus substitute Samuel Mbangula scored his first Champions League goal in the 82nd minute, capitalizing on a rebound to secure the victory.
  • Juventus coach Thiago Motta praised his team's bench strength, highlighting Mbangula's impact and the team's collective effort in a tightly contested match.
  • The second leg of the playoff will take place on February 19 at PSV's Philips Stadion, with both teams still in contention for a spot in the Round of 16.