Juventus Shakes Up Lineup for High-Stakes Champions League Clash with Real Madrid

On October 22, 2025, Juventus and Real Madrid are set to face off in a crucial UEFA Champions League match that could have a significant impact on the future of Juventus manager Igor Tudor. The Bianconeri have struggled in the Champions League so far this season, sitting in 24th place in the league table after two draws against Borussia Dortmund and Villarreal. In contrast, Real Madrid has won both of their opening matches.

Recognizing the importance of this clash, Tudor has made some surprising changes to Juventus' starting lineup. One of the most notable decisions is handing the captaincy to the young Turkish talent Kenan Yildiz, who is set to play a key role in the match. Alongside Yildiz, other standout names in the Juventus lineup include Dusan Vlahovic, Teun Koopmeiners, and Marcus Thuram.

Real Madrid, led by coach Xabi Alonso, will be a formidable opponent, with the in-form Kylian Mbappe fully fit and ready to lead the charge. The last time these two teams met was during the FIFA Club World Cup in the summer, where Juventus was eliminated after a lone goal from Gonzalo Garcia.

This Champions League clash promises to be a thrilling encounter, with the outcome potentially shaping the future of Igor Tudor's tenure at Juventus. The Bianconeri will need to be at their best to overcome the challenge posed by the star-studded Real Madrid side and keep their hopes alive in the competition.