Juventus vs Dortmund

Juventus vs Dortmund

Today's Champions league clash see's Juventus take on Dortmund in a repeat of 1997 finals. The tail of two sides who have seen their own ups and downs. With one accused of bribery and getting relegated with the other almost shutting shops due to lack of funds.

Juventus have waited 17 years for this, the club who have been dominating domestic circuits for the past years, are looking again to establish themselves as the heavyweights.

Dortmund on the other hand, who won the 1997 finals inspired by Karl-Heinz Riedle in Munich, will again look to a German to win it for them. Marco Reus who signed a new contract as gained momentum and looks at his very best.

Juventus who had a change of guard this summer, with former manager Conte leaving to take over the National side, with former Milan boss Allegri brought in to bring in the change. Juventus look set for their fourth consecutive Serie A title, but their priority lies in making themselves visible again at the biggest stage.

Dortmund and Klopp who have been flirting with relegation zones, have done well since the winter break. Teams form has improved and talisman Marco Reus has agreed to stay a few more year after signing a new contract. Former Juve man Ciro Immobile is set to be given a start, with captain Matt Hummels also set to play a role.

Form Guide:

Juventus:

Form in Champions League: WLLWWD
Form in all competitions: WWDWDW

Possible starting lineup: Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Chiellini, Bonucci, Evra; Pirlo, Marchisio, Pogba; Pereyra; Llorente, Tevez

Dortmund:

Form in Champions League: WWWWLD
Form in all competitions: LDLWWW

Possible starting lineup: Weidenfeller; Piszczek, Subotic, Hummels, Schmelzer; Sahin, Kagawa, Gundogan, Reus; Immobile, Aubameyang

Prediction: 2-1