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Villarreal vs Juventus | Expected Lineup

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11 months ago

October 1, 2025

Juventus are set to continue their UEFA Champions League campaign with a Matchday 2 fixture against Villarreal. The game kicks off at 21:00 CEST this Wednesday in Spain.

After a thrilling opener against Borussia Dortmund, Juventus aim to build momentum away from home. They’ll be facing a familiar opponent on Spanish soil, in what promises to be a tightly contested battle.

The last time Villarreal hosted Juventus was in February 2022 during the Round of 16. On that night, Dusan Vlahovic scored just 33 seconds into the match.

However, Villarreal bounced back to level the score at 1-1 before the final whistle. That game set the tone for a fiercely competitive European rivalry between the two clubs.

Strong away form and rising stars

Juventus boast a solid away record in Spain, losing only once in their last six visits. That single defeat came in February 2019 against Atletico Madrid. Since then, they’ve shown resilience and tactical strength when traveling to Spanish grounds.

One standout player so far this season is young Turkish talent Kenan Yildiz. In the draw against Dortmund, he scored and assisted, making Champions League history.

At 20 years and 135 days old, Yildiz became the youngest Turkish player to achieve this feat. He also became the youngest Juventus player ever to score and assist in the same UCL match.

Meanwhile, Dusan Vlahovic continues to deliver decisive performances in Europe. Against Dortmund, he came off the bench at the 60th minute and changed the game. He contributed to three of Juventus’ four goals—scoring twice and assisting once.

No other Juventus substitute has ever made such an impact in a Champions League match. As the Bianconeri head to Spain, they carry form, history, and confidence into a crucial encounter.
Fans will be eager to see if Juventus can continue their impressive European run in Villarreal.

Expected Starting XI from Igor Tudor according to Sky Sport Italia :