Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make his home debut for the Serie A champions when they host Lazio on Saturday
Cristiano Ronaldo is set to make his home debut for Juventus following his sensational move from Real Madrid over the summer on Saturday, with manager Massimiliano Allegri confirming that he will face Lazio in their second league game.
The 33-year-old did not quite have the dream debut against Chievo in the season opener, failing to score and his side only managing a win in the dying minutes of the game.
Lazio will be looking to bounce back following a disappointing 1-2 loss against Napoli, and will be eager to repeat the performance from last year's corresponding fixture when they ran out with all three points.
TV Channel, Live Stream & How To Watch
In the United States (US), the game will be shown on ESPN 2 and streamed live via the WatchESPN app.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the game can be watched live and streamed on Eleven Sports.
Squads & Team News
The Italian champions have no new injury concerns with Leonardo Spinazzola the only player missing out, while Emre Can could make the XI ahead of Sami Khedira in his first start for Juventus.
Mario Mandzukic could partner Ronaldo in the attack, ahead of the Portuguese international's Serie A home debut.
Potential Juventus XI: Szczesny; Cancelo, Bonucci, Chiellini, Alex Sandro; Khedira, Pjanic; Cuadrado, Dybala, Douglas Costa; Ronaldo.
Defender Luis Felipe was forced off the pitch in last week's league meeting with Napoli and faces a race against time to regain fitness in time for Saturday's meeting.
Potential Lazio XI: Strakosha; Radu, Acerbi, Bastos; Caceres, Milinkovic-Savic, Badelj, Parolo, Marusic; Luis Alberto, Immobile.
Betting & Match Odds
Juventus are favoured to win with odds of 4/11 according to bet 365, while a draw is available at 4/1. A win for visitors Lazio is up for 15/2.
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Match Preview
Ronaldo will be gearing up for an enthusiastic fan reception as he is set to make his home debut in front of the Juventus fans for the first time in Serie A.
Juventus found themselves losing 2-1 just after the break against Chievo, and it was only after a late fight-back a goals from Federico Bernardeschi and a Mattia Bani own goal that they were able to escape with all three points.
Allegri's side will be looking to win their eighth successive Serie A title this season and will no doubt be extra-motivated following the arrival of the Portuguese superstar.
Lazio took the lead against Serie A runners-up Napoli with Ciro Immobile scoring in the 25th minute, but Carlo Ancelotti's side were able to mount a similar fight-back of their own as goals from Arkadiusz Milik and Lorenzo Insigne ensured that they ran out winners.
Lazio finished fifth last season, level on points with Inter but having lost more matches, and will be eager to push on to challenge for a Champions League spot this season.
Tawbcmst
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Kun channel ma aauxa.
khiladisuman
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this lineup will be great and if any change?? maybe can over khedira
weshall
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another day another hope for some over enthusiastic fans. I will say one goal or brace is acceptable but scoring hat trick and double hat trick is some what exaggeration... best wishes for home debut ...
XAGAR
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These years at Real Madrid, and in this city of Madrid, have been possibly the happiest of my life. I only have feelings of enormous gratitude for this club, for the fans and for this city. I can only thank all of them for the love and affection I have received. However, I believe that the time has come to open a new stage in my life and that is why I have asked the club to accept this transfer. I feel that way and I ask everyone, and especially our fans, to please understand me. They have been absolutely wonderful for nine years. These nine years have been unique. It has been an exciting time for me, full of consideration but they have also been hard because Real Madrid have very high demands, but I know very well that I will never forget that I have enjoyed my football here in a unique way. I have had fabulous teammates on the pitch and in the dressing room, I have felt the warmth of an incredible crowd and together we have won three Champions Leagues in a row and four in five years. And also, on an individual level, I have the satisfaction of having won 4 Ballon d'Ors and 3 Golden Boots. All during my time in this immense and extraordinary club. Real Madrid have conquered my heart, and that of my family, and that is why more than ever I want to say thank you: thanks to the club, the president, the directors, my colleagues, all the coaches, doctors, physios and incredible staff that make everything work and that are on top of every detail tirelessly. Thank you infinitely once more to our fans and thanks also to Spanish football. During these nine exciting years I have had great players in front of me. My respect and my recognition to all of them. I have reflected a lot and I know that the time has come for a new cycle. I'm leaving but this shirt, this badge and the Santiago Bernabeu will continue to always feel as my own wherever I am. Thanks to all and, of course, as I said that first time in our stadium nine years ago: Hala Madrid! .... Ronaldo on his department with Real Madrid...😞😞😞 so emotional and too sad
Moe-Saske
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Can't wait to see this man score hartrick #MyBestPlayer # The.G.O.A.T Good luck for cr7 and Juve !