The UEFA Champions League returns with a clash of European giants as Juventus hosts Borussia Dortmund at the Allianz Stadium in Turin. This highly anticipated match pits two of Europe’s most in-form teams against each other in the opening round of the league phase.
Match Details:
CompetitionDateKick-off (GMT)VenueUEFA Champions LeagueSeptember 16, 20257:00 PMAllianz Stadium, Turin, Italy
Team Form and Analysis:
Juventus enters this match in sensational form, having secured a perfect record with three wins from three Serie A matches. The hosts are coming off a thrilling 4-3 comeback victory over rivals Inter Milan, a result that highlights their resilience and attacking prowess. Under manager Igor Tudor, Juventus has shown a dynamic and aggressive style of play, and they will be looking to capitalize on their strong home form and make a statement in their opening Champions League match.
Borussia Dortmund, meanwhile, has also had a strong start to the new campaign, with two wins and a draw in their first three Bundesliga matches. The visitors are coming off a convincing 2-0 away victory over Heidenheim, a result that highlights their improved defensive solidity. Under manager Niko Kovač, Dortmund has shown a well-organized defensive structure and a resilient style of play. They will be looking to capitalize on any mistakes and get a positive result in this tough away fixture.
Head-to-Head:
The historical head-to-head record between these two clubs is in favor of Juventus, who have won four of their five competitive meetings. The last time the two sides met in a competitive match was in the 2014-15 Champions League, with Juventus winning 5-1 on aggregate. However, the most recent encounter was a pre-season friendly in August, which Juventus won 2-1.
Player to Watch:
Juventus: All eyes will be on their new attacking signings Jonathan David and Loïs Openda, who have both been in excellent form. Veteran striker Dušan Vlahović, who has two goals in three matches, will also be a key threat.
Borussia Dortmund: The focus for Borussia Dortmund will be on their in-form striker Serhou Guirassy, who has five goals in his first four outings in 2025/26. He will be looked upon to lead the line and provide a much-needed attacking spark for the visitors.
Prediction:
Given Juventus’ excellent recent form, their home advantage, and their dominant historical record against Borussia Dortmund, they are the slight favorites to win this match. However, Dortmund’s recent strong performances and the goal-scoring prowess of Serhou Guirassy suggest that this will be a tight and highly competitive affair. A narrow home victory for Juventus or a high-scoring draw seems like a very plausible outcome.
Live Stream and TV Broadcast:
You can watch the Juventus vs Borussia Dortmund match live on the following platforms, subject to availability in your region:
UK: TNT Sports, DAZN
USA: Paramount+, FuboTV, Sling TV
Canada: DAZN
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
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