In the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, League Phase, Juventus made a resounding comeback to Europe’s premier competition with a convincing 3-1 victory over PSV Eindhoven. After missing out on the Champions League last season due to a point deduction and breaching UEFA’s Financial Fair Play rules, Juventus returned to the grand stage with style. PSV, the Dutch Eredivisie leaders, were looking to continue their domestic form but found themselves outplayed in a match that saw an early onslaught from Juventus. This victory marked a perfect start for Juventus in their bid to dominate the new league format of the competition.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Head to Head
This match marked the first competitive meeting between Juventus and PSV Eindhoven in European competition, pitting two former champions against each other. Juventus, after a turbulent year off the European stage, were eager to reclaim their dominance, while PSV came into the game without their first-choice goalkeeper, Walter BenÃtez, due to personal reasons.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Lineups and Substitutions
Here are the Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven lineups today (Sep 17, 2024)
Juventus (4-3-3)
Starting Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Michele Di Gregorio
- Defenders: Pierre Kalulu, Bremer, Federico Gatti, Andrea Cambiaso
- Midfielders: Teun Koopmeiners, Manuel Locatelli, Weston McKennie
- Forwards: Nicolás González, Kenan Yildiz, Dusan Vlahovic
Substitutions:
- Minute 57: Khéphren Thuram for Manuel Locatelli
- Minute 57: Danilo for Federico Gatti
- Minute 69: Timothy Weah for Nicolás González
- Minute 69: Nicolò Fagioli for Kenan Yildiz
- Minute 75: Douglas Luiz for Weston McKennie
PSV Eindhoven (4-2-3-1)
Starting Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Joel Drommel
- Defenders: Olivier Boscagli, Jerdy Schouten, Richard Ledezma, Matteo Dams
- Midfielders: Malik Tillman, Joey Veerman
- Forwards: Johan Bakayoko, Luuk de Jong, Guus Til
Substitutions:
- Minute 62: Ismael Saibari for Joey Veerman
- Minute 62: Noa Lang for Guus Til
- Minute 76: Mauro Júnior for Matteo Dams
- Minute 77: Ricardo Pepi for Luuk de Jong
- Minute 86: Adamo Nagalo for Richard Ledezma
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven First Half
Juventus began the match in explosive form, taking the lead in the 21st minute through their teenage sensation, Kenan Yildiz. The 19-year-old showcased his composure with a sublime curling effort from the edge of the box that found the back of the net via the inside of the post. This goal made Yildiz Juventus’ youngest scorer in the Champions League, surpassing the legendary Alessandro Del Piero.
Juventus doubled their lead just six minutes later, thanks to Weston McKennie. After having an earlier shot saved, McKennie made no mistake when presented with another opportunity, slotting the ball home from close range in the 27th minute. PSV, though missing their regular goalkeeper, tried to recover but struggled to break through Juventus’ defensive lines.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Half-time: Juventus 2-0 PSV Eindhoven
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Second Half
PSV came out with more intent in the second half, looking to reduce the deficit. However, Juventus extended their lead in the 52nd minute when Nicolás González scored his debut Champions League goal. A neat low cross from Vlahovic was met with precision as González powered the ball into the top corner to make it 3-0.
Despite PSV’s efforts, they struggled to break down Juventus’ resolute defense. Their perseverance paid off late into stoppage time when Ismael Saibari scored a consolation goal in the 90+3 minute. Assisted by Johan Bakayoko, Saibari’s left-footed shot found the bottom right corner, but it was too late to mount a comeback.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Full-time: Juventus 3-1 PSV Eindhoven
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Stats
| Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Stats | Juventus | PSV Eindhoven |
| Possession | 43.7% | 56.3% |
| Shots on Target | 6 | 5 |
| Total Shots | 15 | 13 |
| Fouls | 7 | 6 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Corners | 2 | 4 |
| Saves | 4 | 3 |
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Timeline
- 21′ – Goal! Juventus 1-0 PSV Eindhoven: Kenan Yildiz scores with a stunning curling shot into the top right corner.
- 27′ – Goal! Juventus 2-0 PSV Eindhoven: Weston McKennie doubles the lead with a clinical finish inside the box.
- 52′ – Goal! Juventus 3-0 PSV Eindhoven: Nicolás González scores his first Champions League goal with a strike into the top left corner.
- 90+3′ – Goal! Juventus 3-1 PSV Eindhoven: Ismael Saibari pulls one back for PSV in stoppage time.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Impact on the Points Table
Juventus secured 3 points from their opening game of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, League Phase, placing them in a strong position early on. PSV Eindhoven, meanwhile, will have to regroup after this loss as they sit on 0 points from their first match. With seven more games in the League Phase, both teams have plenty of opportunities to improve their standings.
Juventus vs PSV Eindhoven Man of the Match
Weston McKennie was instrumental in Juventus’ midfield, scoring a crucial goal and contributing both defensively and offensively. His energy, positioning, and ability to find spaces played a pivotal role in Juventus’ victory, making him the standout performer.
Juventus’ 3-1 triumph over PSV Eindhoven in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League, League Phase, marked a solid return to Europe’s elite competition. With key goals from Kenan Yildiz, Weston McKennie, and Nicolás González, Juventus sent a strong message to their competitors. PSV, despite their best efforts, struggled to cope with Juventus’ clinical finishing and must now look to bounce back in their next fixture. This victory sets Juventus up perfectly for the remaining League Phase fixtures, reaffirming their ambition to make a deep run in the competition.
