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Motta expects open game as Juve face Leipzig

SoccerNews in Serie A 1 Oct 2024

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Juventus are yet to concede a goal in Serie A this season and will face another solid defence when they take on RB Leipzig in the Champions League, but Thiago Motta expects an open game.

The Italian giants have played six Serie A games without conceding while Leipzig have the best defensive record in the Bundesliga, where they are unbeaten after five games and have only shipped two goals.

“The numbers mean a lot, it gives us solidity,” Motta told reporters ahead of Wednesday’s trip to Germany.

“We are two teams that don’t sit back and wait for the opponent’s mistakes. I expect an open game, a dynamic match against a competitive team who play good football.

“To do well, we will have to play with quality and maintain a good defensive phase as we have done so far, facing different teams, as well as the offensive phase of course.”

The only goal Motta’s side have conceded this season came in their opening Champions League game, a 3-1 win over PSV, but the former midfielder has dismissed suggestions the Bianconeri have played differently in Europe.

“It’s not a question of the cup or the league. All games are different, when it comes to how we will face the opponent,” Motta said.

“One thing is certain, we will not sit back, we will always try to compete for control of the game.

“We have never played defensively, not even in the league, and we will not do it this time.”

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