Barcelona 0-0 Juventus - Player Ratings

Keeping a clean sheet, Juventus played with character and composure to earn a 0-0 draw at the Camp Nou and progress to the semifinal of the Champions League, 3-0 on aggregate.

Demonstrating offensive strength in the first leg and offensive might in the second, Juve played as a unit with intensity and organisation. Aggressive from the get-go, they showed no fear and were quick to press, eager for a battle. Spotting the weaknesses, Barcelona attacked on the left through Neymar but often found themselves halted by a unit that worked impeccably well together. Throwing on more and more attackers as time wore on, Barca searched for ways to pierce through an impenetrable defence but proved incapable.

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Can Juventus do what PSG couldn't against Barcelona? Previewing the match

When it comes to the Champions League, every pundit, critic and fan is often asked which team would win the tie overall. When it came to Juventus vs. Barcelona, many opined the Italians would win the home leg but could lose the overall tie -- such is the power of the Camp Nou.

Those who watch Juventus on a day to day basis were quick to point out the beauty of Massimiliano Allegri's side. Talented, balanced and defensively capable, the team is presided over by a coach renowned for his tactical intelligence. Creating a tactically versatile side that no longer looks to react but take the initiative, the one question mark many had over the power of this team surrounded their mental strength.

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Gonzalo Higuain helps Juve defeat Pescara 2-0 - Player Ratings →

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Gonzalo Higuain grabbed another brace to help Juventus defeat Pescara 2-0 and take another step forward to winning the club's sixth consecutive league title.

It was clear that many of the Juve players had their minds elsewhere and thus played a less than enthralling game, relying on certain individual moments of beauty and a determined Higuain to make the difference.

Pescara had started the match aggressively, applying pressure to try to make an impact, but against a side boasting such technical superiority, they could not compete. Juventus instead waited for their chances and produced with efficiency to seal another three points. 

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Why Juventus are so pleased Paulo Dybala extended his contract

"Messi who? The Martian is Dybala," roared the front-page headline of Tuttosport as Paulo Dybala scored a brace to down the mighty Barcelona. The architect behind Juve's most beautiful attacking moves this season, "La Joya" demonstrated his trademark moves and sensational finishing to secure the Italian giants' positive result in the Champions League midweek.

For those who watch him every match, his talent is undeniable; for the rest of the world, Dybala just announced himself on the biggest stage. All anyone could ask was" Can Juventus keep hold of the youngster or will the Argentina international go to Real Madrid or Barcelona?

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Juventus smash Barcelona 3-0 - Player Ratings →

Phenomenal Juventus defeated the almighty Barcelona 3-0 at home on Tuesday, proving that they are not only on par with the great European clubs, but that they are technically, tactically and physically better than the side that beat them in the 2015 Champions League final.

Playing with pace and power, Juventus started the match in aggressive fashion, pressing high up the pitch and looking to create chances quickly. The side are renowned for scoring quick goals in Serie A and they managed to do the same against Barcelona when Paulo Dybala curled in the opening goal in the seventh minute.

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It's time for Barcelona - How can Juventus defeat them? →

It's finally time for the anticipated Champions League clash between Juventus and Barcelona, a match that may finally reveal how far Juve have progressed since the teams last faced each other in the 2015 final.

While Juventus achieved a 2-0 win against Chievo through beautiful football over the weekend, Barcelona lost to Malaga by the same scoreline to hand the advantage to Real Madrid in the Spanish title race. Cue mass hysteria in Spain. Consistency has proved to be a problem for Luis Enrique's men this season, and after they stuttered in several matches, struggling to dominate games like they used to, Enrique changed from the famed 4-3-3 formation to a 3-4-3 shape that brought with it exciting results, including the epic comeback against PSG.

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Juventus defeat Chievo Verona 2-0 - Player Ratings →

Juventus collected their 32nd consecutive home victory by defeating Chievo Verona 2-0, and while they expended a lot of energy to ensure a positive result, they also demonstrated confidence and fluidity.

On a night when Barcelona lost to Malaga, Juventus tried to push thoughts of the upcoming Champions League clash aside to focus on their present challenge. Demonstrating great movement, quick thinking and ingenuity on the ball, the Bianconeri created an abundance of goal-scoring opportunities against a side that played a solid game.

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Napoli defeat Juventus 3-2 in the Coppa Italia but lose the overall tie - Player Ratings →

Forced to suffer, Juventus lost 3-2 to Napoli but won the overall tie to progress to the Coppa Italia final for the third year in a row.

Juventus came armed with ambition and the desire to score an away goal, and they produced a good first half of football despite the whistles at the Stadio San Paolo. Effective and precise, Gonzalo Higuain created an opportunity out of nothing and opened the scoring in response to the continual jeers.

Napoli equalised in sensational fashion, but a brilliant move by Juve, characterised by several good decisions by certain players, led to the Bianconeri's second goal. 

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Napoli host Juventus in the Coppa Italia semifinal 2nd leg →

A victim of their own success, Juventus will forever be criticised unless they win every match comprehensively. Never allowed an off day, the very fact the Bianconeri opted to play a defensive style of football against Napoli on Sunday evening has resulted in doubt about the brilliance of this team.

A country obsessed by negative perspectives, it seems Juventus can never struggle and no achievement is ever applauded. They should be winning every trophy, every match and every tournament they participate in. Nothing is considered an achievement but a mandatory procedure.

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Napoli 1-1 Juventus - Player Ratings →

Achieving an important point in a hostile stadium, Juventus were not at their best but still managed a 1-1 result at Napoli.

Quick goals have become the norm for Juve but it's a shame that as soon as Sami Khedira scored, the team retreated to playing a passive game, allowing Napoli to take the initiative. Despite demonstrating great discipline -- sacrificing in unison to ensure defensive safety -- Juve showed very little desire to get forward and cause danger.

The Partenopei struggled to play through the lines and were consistently forced out wide, hindered from producing their best football. To read more, click here.

Gonzalo Higuain set to face his former club Napoli in Serie A →

There is no better way for club football to restart than with a blockbuster of a match. Napoli host Juventus on Sunday evening, and after an international break, the anticipation is driving Italy wild with excitement.

While the break may have offered a few players some much-needed rest, others have suffered and are carrying minor knocks, thereby creating problems for Massimiliano Allegri. Mario Mandzukic is experiencing an inflammation in the knee while Paulo Dybala is not in perfect condition. However, Marko Pjaca's anterior cruciate ligament injury has truly worried the club.

It's a shame that the player Juve hoped would lending a helping hand in this crucial part of the season will be out for the rest of the campaign and the beginning of the next. To read more, click here.

Juventus defeat Sampdoria 1-0 - Player Ratings →

Juventus defeated Sampdoria 1-0 to collect another three vital points away from home, but after a terrific start to the match, game management was what got the Bianconeri over the line.

Attacking from all angles, Juventus intimidated Sampdoria and took control of the game, exploiting their superiority to score a quick goal. Swift movements coupled with great combinations resulted in entertaining football.

However, when Paulo Dybala left the pitch with a suspected thigh injury, Juve suffered a decline and after half-time Sampdoria pushed forward with intensity, forcing their opponent to chase and expend too much energy.

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Juventus draw Barcelona in the Champions League →

In what will be a repeat of the 2015 final, Juventus will once again take on Barcelona in the quarterfinals of the Champions League. And while they are trying to concentrate on their upcoming Serie A clash against Sampdoria, all anyone can discuss is Barcelona. Can Juve overcome the Catalan side that managed the greatest comeback in European football?

Based on talent alone, Juventus are not inferior and haven't been for some time, yet talent will not be the defining factor when the two sides clash on April 11. Mental fragility has been Juve's problem for some time, and they must grasp this upcoming opportunity with both hands and prove they have grown and are worthy of their history and legacy.

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ESPN Staff on the Champions League quarterfinals draw

Leicester will take on Atletico Madrid, Real Madrid will face Bayern Munich, Juventus have to deal with Barcelona while Borussia Dortmund will be hosting Monaco - what do the ESPN writers think about the clashes?

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Juventus defeat Porto to progress to Champions League quarterfinals - Player Ratings →

Juventus barely broke a sweat in their unentertaining 1-0 defeat of Porto to qualify for the quarterfinals of the Champions League. Sitting back and allowing Porto to try to create something, the hosts did not show much ambition in the first half. Their interests were in controlling the match, not in producing entertainment.

Porto shot themselves in the foot when Maxi Pereira earned a red card for handling a close-range Gonzalo Higuain strike and Paulo Dybala converted the ensuing penalty perfectly. Juve's third goal on aggregate killed off any hope of a Porto comeback and the Italians treated the rest of the match as if it were a training session, barely expending any energy to seal another home victory -- their 40th in a row in European and Serie A competition -- and progression in the Champions League.

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A criticised Juve look ahead to Porto second leg →

"We're on the edge of madness, lads, in Italy we're on the edge of madness."

It takes a lot for Massimiliano Allegri to get angry off the pitch, but the controversy surrounding Juventus and their win against AC Milan has resulted in endless debates and rather unfortunate incidents leading to Allegri's frustration.

Fans and critics across the peninsula have been mocking and attacking the Old Lady, confirming the club's status as the country's most-hated club. Fans in the Stadio San Paolo held a banner aloft that read 'Penalty to Juve' in Napoli's match against Crotone, while every journalist has voiced an opinion on the matter.

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Juventus controversially defeat Milan 2-1 - Player Ratings →

Juventus scored a controversial penalty in the final moment of the match to defeat AC Milan 2-1 and earn their 31st consecutive home win.

An excellent performance, Juventus showed ambition and intensity for the entirety of the match, creating an abundance of chances that were woefully squandered, or brilliantly saved by Gianluigi Donnarumma, all too often. Paulo Dybala wreaked havoc between the lines yet it was centre-back Mehdi Benatia who created and finished off the opening goal of the game.

Gerard Deulofeu's pace proved to be Milan's secret weapon. To read more, click here.

Sami Khedira's growth in the spotlight as Juve await Milan →

"Despite the gap in points there has been in recent seasons, games between Juventus and Milan have always been close," Massimiliano Allegri explained at a recent news conference.

Indeed, Milan's youthful exuberance combined with Vincenzo Montella's tactical intelligence has created a team that has navigated tough fixtures well, beating Juventus twice and even managing to win the Supercoppa trophy this season. A side that play to their strengths and mask their weaknesses well, Milan like to take risks and believe in their collective energy and talent to make the difference.

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Juventus only manage a 1-1 draw with Udinese - Player Ratings →

After a long run of games, Juventus could only manage a point in the 1-1 draw to Udinese, yet they still widened the gap to eight points at the top of the Serie A table.

Luigi Del Neri's physical Udinese team were deployed in a 4-4-2 formation in a bid to hinder Juve's attacking players from making an impact and it worked. A side that struggle to retain possession, Udinese played with confidence and grit, stopping Juve from controlling the flanks to ensure attacking fluency.

Boasting pace and physicality, Duvan Zapata outmuscled Leonardo Bonucci to score the opening goal. To read more, click here.

Juventus need Allegri's ability to develop players

Many are still in the dark with regards to where Massimiliano Allegri's future lies. With the likes of Barcelona and potentially Arsenal looking for a new coach, even the happiest of tacticians may be tempted by the lure of a new experience.

Should Allegri choose to leave Juventus, the club will not only lose a champion but a man whose character is perfectly aligned with the values of the club. The personification of Stile Juve, Allegri may not be the passionate soul who awakens the tribalistic nature within every football fan but he's calm, elegant and the perfect man to diffuse the many awkward situations a club like Juventus finds itself embroiled in on a regular basis. A small joke here and there, a clever shift in focus and the self-deprecating attitude he brings to press conferences have helped enhance the club's elegant reputation.

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