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Juventus v Barcelona: Previewing first pre-season match and probable lineups
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Juventus are gearing up for an exciting pre-season clash against Barcelona, one of Europe’s most formidable teams. This match will serve as a crucial test for Juventus as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Last season was a challenging one for Juventus, both on and off the pitch. The club faced financial misdeeds, resulting in a 10-point deduction. As a consequence, they finished a disappointing seventh in Serie A, a significant 28 points behind the Scudetto winners, Napoli.
Despite securing a spot in the Europa Conference League, UEFA has banned Juventus from continental competition for a year. This means that their focus is solely on reclaiming their dominance in the Italian top flight and the Coppa Italia.
During their pre-season tour in the United States, Juventus will not only face Barcelona but also lock horns with other top teams like Real Madrid and Serie A rivals Milan. These high-profile matches will provide valuable opportunities for Juventus to fine-tune their tactics and assess the performance of their new signings.
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Speaking of signings, Juventus has been active in the transfer market, making significant moves to strengthen their squad.
Versatile winger Tim Weah and former loanee Arkadiusz Milik have both signed permanent deals, adding depth and quality to the team. However, the departures of Juan Cuadrado and Angel Di Maria have also made headlines.
The upcoming clash between Juventus and Barcelona promises to be an exciting encounter, pitting two European powerhouses against each other. Both teams will be eager to make a statement and showcase their preparations for the upcoming season.
Probable starting lineups
Juventus probable XI: Szczesny; Danilo, Bremer, Gatti; Weah, Miretti, Locatelli, Rovella, Kostic; Dusan Vlahovic; Federico Chiesa.
Barcelona probable XI: ter Stegen; Roberto, Christensen, Eric Garcia, Marcos Alonso; Garrido, Casado, Pedri; Raphinha, Ferran Torress, Ansu Fati.