Juventus lost 1-0 at Lyon in a
Champions League last 16 first leg tie on Wednesday night.
The goal came from Lucas Tousart.
The 22-year-old French midfielder slotted home in the 31st
minute.
Juve have won the scudetto eight times in a row but have not
bagged Europe's premier silverware since 1996, when they won
their second Champions League title since the
Haysel-disaster-marred win in 1985.
To help them win another European crown, they signed
Cristiano Ronaldo from Real Madrid the summer before last, but
again had no joy.
They have again prioritised Europe this year even though they
appear to be heading for a possible ninth straight Serie A title
despite strong challenges from Lazio and Inter.
Ronaldo said Thursday: "It wasn't the result we wanted, but
Champions League matches are always tough.
"We have 90 minutes to fight in Turin and we have faith we
will progress in the competition".
The second leg is at the Allianz Stadium on March 17.
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