The shock of the fourth day of the Champions League on Wednesday is the clash between Juventus and Manchester United. Here are three reasons to follow this clash between two giants of Europe.
Homecoming, episode 2
Juventus-Manchester United, second volume. After the first meeting between the two clubs for the third day of the Champions League, the two meet again tonight, on the Italian lawn of Allianz Stadium. At the heart of this match, there is the return of Paul Pogba in Italy, but also the clash between Cristiano Ronaldo and his former team, the Red Devils.
For Paul 'La Pioche' Pogba, this match has a special flavor. Formed at Manchester United, the French midfielder had left the Kingdom to join Italy and Juventus Turin, to explode. The return to the lawn of the Allianz Stadium is so special, for a player who wants to be just as standard. This is an opportunity for Pogba to prove that he made the right choice. Cristiano Ronaldo, for his part, faces his former team, Manchester United, he is one of the legends of the club.
Giants shock
What a beautiful poster. Juventus, who are off to an extraordinary start to the season this season, has a favorite in the Champions League. With a strong, experienced team, now armed with the 'CR7' weapon, the Old Lady terrifies all of Europe. The Italian club has already won two big-eared Cups in its history, which makes him a giant, that any club fears to face at the moment.
In front, Manchester United is equally prestigious. With a history and trophies that exceed the understanding, the English club is now relegated to the rank of big club, with a certain potential but contrasted results. With Mourinho, the Red Devils hope to drop Ronaldo Juventus to restore the European reputation and regain its rank of football giant.
Martial art
How not to mention Anthony Martial, the man in the form of Manchester United's side in this early season? The French striker is formidable for a few games in the English championship. Dribbles successful, races multiplied, penalties caused, goals scored, the palette of the tricolor winger is complete day by day with the Red Devils.
Despite the lack of confidence of recent months, in connection with his relationship with José Mourinho, the coach, Anthony Martial proves that he is the strongman in the attack of Manchester United. A day on the list of the team of France Didier Deschamps, Martial could hit a big blow against Juventus Turin in the Champions League, where he still has a match reference.