In a dramatic UEFA Champions League clash, Juventus handed Manchester City a crushing defeat, further intensifying the crisis surrounding Pep Guardiola’s side. Juventus emerged 2-1 victors at the Etihad, showcasing their resilience and tactical discipline to leave City reeling. This defeat marked another setback for Manchester City, who have been struggling to find consistency in their European campaign.
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The match began with City dominating possession, but Juventus made the most of their counter-attacking opportunities. The opening goal came in the 34th minute, with Dusan Vlahovic scoring from a well-executed set-piece. City tried to respond in the second half, but their attempts were thwarted by an excellent defensive performance from Juventus. City’s only reply came in the 69th minute when Erling Haaland capitalized on a defensive lapse to score. However, Juventus regained the lead through a stunning long-range strike from Adrien Rabiot, sealing the win and sending Manchester City into a deeper crisis.
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Meanwhile, Barcelona secured their passage to the knockout stages of the Champions League with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Viktoria Plzen. Goals from Robert Lewandowski, Ansu Fati, and Pedri ensured that Xavi Hernandez’s side made it to the next round. The win put Barcelona in a strong position in their group, as they aim to go further in the competition after a few years of underperformance.
While Juventus will savor their victory and a much-needed boost in their European campaign, Manchester City’s woes continue, leaving Guardiola under pressure. For Barcelona, the win was crucial in their quest for European glory, as they aim to return to the top tier of European football.
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