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Juventus took one main step into reserving its place within the UEFA Champions League Spherical of 16.
Weston McKennie scored the opening aim for Thiago Motta’s squad in a 2-1 first leg victory over visiting PSV. The U.S. males’s nationwide crew midfielder began and performed 68 minutes whereas fellow American attacker Tim Weah logged 90 minutes at proper again.
McKennie propelled the Bianconeri in entrance after 34 minutes, racing into the PSV field earlier than volleying dwelling into the top-right nook.
It’s McKennie’s fourth aim of the season throughout all competitions.
Ivan Perisic equalized for PSV within the 56th minute however Juventus would have the ultimate say within the match.
Samuel Mbangula adopted up on a rebound within the PSV field to make it 2-1 with eight minutes to play. PSV goalkeeper Walter Benitez pushed Chico Conceciao’s cross into the center of the field and Mbangula made no mistake on the successful strike.
Fellow USMNT participant Richie Ledezma logged 90 minutes within the loss for PSV.
The 2 groups will conclude their two-legged collection in Eindhoven on Feb. 18.
