A closer look at Juventus ahead of Old Trafford showdown

Manchester United face old foes Juventus for the first time in more than 15 years in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.

Ahead of the eagerly-anticipated Group H encounter, Press Association Sport takes a look at the Italian giants.

European experience

Form

Juventus are top of Group H and Serie A after a record-breaking start to the campaign. Allegri’s side won their first 10 matches in all competitions to beat the previous best of eight set in 1930, putting them in the box seat for an eighth successive league crown. While that run came to an end with Saturday’s 1-1 home draw against Genoa, Juventus remain four points clear of their nearest rivals. Allegri’s side have yet to so much as concede in Group H, with the 2-0 triumph at Valencia followed by a 3-0 thrashing of Young Boys.

Manager

Ones to watch

There are plenty of players to choose from, but only one that will hog the limelight. Cristiano Ronaldo’s name is still revered by the Old Trafford faithful, such was his impact during his stint with Manchester United. The 33-year-old enjoyed a medal-laden stint at the club between 2003 and 2009, winning the Champions League and three Premier League titles among other trophies. Jose Mourinho, his former manager at Real Madrid, lauded the forward ahead of a match he approaches with five goals and four assists from his last six Serie A appearances. Ronaldo has off-field issues, though, and arrives at Old Trafford facing a rape allegation that he denies.