Feb 25 • 23:06 UTC 🇮🇹 Italy Il Giornale

Juventus Drags Galatasaray to Extra Time but is Eliminated by Osimhen

Juventus fights back to force extra time against Galatasaray but ultimately loses due to a late goal by Victor Osimhen.

In a thrilling match at the Juventus Stadium, the home team put up a strong fight after facing a crushing defeat the previous week in Istanbul against Galatasaray. After an early expulsion of Lloyd Kelly from Galatasaray left Juventus in a favorable position, goals by Manuel Locatelli, Federico Gatti, and Weston McKennie turned the tide of the game, putting them ahead and driving the match into extra time.

Despite their momentum, Juventus failed to convert their chances into a decisive goal that would secure their advancement to the knockout stage of the competition. The tension escalated when Victor Osimhen, a standout player for Galatasaray, broke through the defense to score the decisive goal in the first half of extra time, pushing Juventus further into elimination as Baris Yilmaz sealed the game with a second goal shortly before the final whistle.

The match showcased Juventus's resilience, demonstrating their ability to come back even when reduced to ten players. However, despite their valiant effort, the team was ultimately eliminated from the tournament. The performance, though losing, highlighted the competitive spirit of Juventus and set a hopeful foundation for future matches, as they aim to rebuild from this disappointing exit.

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