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While Juventus have had trouble scoring in the early going, they have enjoyed impressive defensive stability so far. They have yet to concede.

Juventus Player Ratings vs Real Madrid: Miraculous Di Gregorio

July 1, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Juventus, Player Ratings, Real Madrid, Serie A One comment

Serie A no longer has a representative at the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup as Juventus failed to overcome Real Madrid. Gonzalo Garcia's second-half winner inspired La Liga giants to a narrow 1-0 win at Hard Rock Stadium.

Inter didn’t manage to persuade Como to let Cesc Fabregas go and will turn to Christian Chivu to succeed Simone Inzaghi in their dugout.

Inter Player Ratings vs Fluminense – Inert Nerazzurri Go Home

July 1, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A Leave a comment

Inter Milan's journey at the 2025 FIFA World Cup ended abruptly at the hands of Brazilian giants Fluminense. Flu got the better of the Nerazzurri in the first knockout round, claiming a stunning 2-0 win at Bank of America Stadium.

Club World Cup Preview: Real Madrid vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 30, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Juventus, La Liga, Real Madrid, Serie A Leave a comment

Real Madrid's reward for topping Group H at the FIFA Club World Cup is a last-16 tie against fellow European giants Juventus. Hard Rock Stadium sets the stage for Tuesday's mouth-watering tie between familiar foes.

Club World Cup Preview: Inter vs Fluminense – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 29, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Bank of America Stadium forms the backdrop for a handsomely-looking FIFA Club World Cup last-16 tie between Inter and Fluminense. A place in the quarter-finals is on the line as the two heavyweights in world football gear up for their maiden encounter.

New Juventus general manager Damien Comolli formally commenced his stay on Wednesday. He had a positive first contact with Igor Tudor.

Juventus Player Ratings vs Man City: Terrible Bianconeri Swept Aside

June 26, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, International Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Player Ratings, Premier League, Serie A Leave a comment

Manchester City put Juventus to the sword in Thursday's heavyweight clash at the FIFA Club World Cup. Pep Guardiola's side demolished their Turin counterparts 5-2 at Camping World Stadium in Orlando to seal a top-place finish in Group G.

Club World Cup Preview: Juventus vs Man City – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 26, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, International Football, Juventus, Manchester City, Premier League, Serie A Leave a comment

A place at the top of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Group G is at stake as Juventus and Manchester City go head-to-head in Orlando. Camping World Stadium forms the backdrop for the second competitive meeting between the two sides in seven months.

Club World Cup Preview: Inter vs River Plate – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 24, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, River Plate, Serie A Leave a comment

A place in the FIFA Club World Cup quarter-finals is on the line as Inter and River Plate go head-to-head at Lumen Field in Seattle. The two teams sitting at the top of Group E battle it out for more than just bragging rights.

Juventus are starting to change their position on some players who would be potentially expendable should they fail to qualify for the Champions League, Andrea Cambiaso and Kenan Yildiz.

Juventus Player Ratings vs Wydad: Yildiz Show in Philadelphia

June 22, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, International Football, Juventus, Player Ratings, Serie A Leave a comment

Kenan Yildiz threw a spectacle at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, inspiring Juventus to a 4-1 win over Wydad. Igor Tudor's charges took a giant step toward reaching the quarter-finals in their maiden FIFA Club World Cup appearance.

Lautaro Martinez scored a pivotal goal on Wednesday after Bayern Munich got the lead, paving the way for the qualification to the semifinals.

Inter Player Ratings vs Urawa: Argentines Save the Day

June 21, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Player Ratings, Serie A One comment

Inter pulled off a late comeback to beat Urawa Red Diamonds 2-1 in their second game at the 2025 FIFA World Cup. Cristian Chivu's men were on the verge of a near-certain elimination but managed to fight back and take a crucial win.

Club World Cup Preview: Juventus vs Wydad AC – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 21, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, International Football, Juventus, Serie A One comment

Potentially 90 minutes away from reaching the quarter-finals in their maiden FIFA Club World Cup appearance, Juventus take on Wydad AC in Philadelphia in their second Group G outing. Lincoln Financial Field sets the stage for the first-ever meeting between the two teams, and the stakes can hardly be any higher.

Club World Cup Preview: Inter vs Urawa Reds – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 20, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, Inter, Inter Milan, International Football, Serie A Leave a comment

Saturday's FIFA Club World Cup showdown between Inter and Urawa Red Diamonds has all the making of a 'make or break' contest. Lumen Field sets the stage for this high-stakes encounter as both teams look to recover from day-one slumps.

Club World Cup Preview: Al-Ain vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction

June 18, 2025 Marko Vrakela FIFA Club World Cup, International Football, Juventus, Serie A Leave a comment

Audi Field in Washington, DC, sets the stage for a handsomely-looking FIFA World Cup clash between Al-Ain and Juventus. With Manchester City facing Wydad later in the evening, a highly competitive Group G looks destined for a fascinating start.

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