Juventus juggernaut searching for top gear

This week’s Champions League matches have the feel of accidents waiting to happen, writes David Shonfield.

Juventus juggernaut searching for top gear

Number One on the list of potential casualties has to be Chelsea. In their current fragile state it will almost be a surprise if they secure the three points they desperately need tomorrow night against Dynamo Kyiv, but Chelsea are not the only title-winning side in difficulties.

Juventus have been struggling in Serie A almost as much as Chelsea in the Premier League. Their pre-season went badly, key players left, other key players suffered injuries. An uneven start has continued, with only seven wins in their 15 matches and league points dropped at home against sides they would usually expect to crush. The juggernaut that won four consecutive titles reached a new low in midweek with defeat at Sassuolo.

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