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Juventus Beat Genoa 2–0 To Reach 57 Points In Champions League Chase

The result sets up a pivotal trip to Atalanta in the fight for a Champions League berth.

Overview

  • Juventus, which won 2-0 on Monday at the Allianz Stadium, struck early through Bremer in the 4th minute and Weston McKennie in the 17th.
  • The victory put Juventus on 57 points, one behind Como after its stumble in Udine and three clear of Roma after a defeat at San Siro.
  • Substitute goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio, introduced at half-time, saved Martín’s 76th-minute penalty after a VAR review to prevent a Genoa lifeline.
  • Juventus controlled long stretches and carved out several clear chances, including a Jonathan David shot that hit the post soon after the break.
  • Bremer and McKennie said reaching the Champions League is the priority, with Bremer praising Di Gregorio’s save as a boost for a team seeking a strong finish to an uneven season.