Wed Feb 19 18:50:00 UTC 2025: ## Juventus Aim for Victory, Not Draw, in Crucial Champions League Clash Against PSV
**Eindhoven, Netherlands** – Juventus coach Thiago Motta has declared Wednesday’s Champions League playoff second leg against PSV Eindhoven the “most important game of the season,” vowing to pursue a win rather than settle for a draw despite their 2-1 first-leg advantage.
Speaking to reporters on Tuesday, Motta emphasized his team’s determination to secure a place in the last 16. He dismissed the idea of a cautious approach, stating, “We don’t know how to play to get a draw and we take to the field to win.” The confidence stems from a recent surge in form, including a late victory over PSV in the first leg and a 1-0 Serie A win against Inter Milan.
While acknowledging PSV’s formidable home advantage – they haven’t lost at the Philips Stadion since November 2022 – Motta highlighted the need for a strong offensive press to prevent PSV’s potent attack from exploiting any gaps. “We have to press them very hard up front because if we leave spaces in front of them they play very well,” he warned. “They’re used to attacking with a lot of men. We have to use the ball well with quality and intensity to create goalscoring opportunities and convert them.”
Juventus have already defeated PSV twice this season, including a 3-1 win in their opening Champions League group stage match. However, Motta is fully aware of the increased challenge posed by playing in Eindhoven. The match promises to be a high-stakes encounter, with Juventus aiming to maintain their winning momentum and secure their passage to the next round of the Champions League.
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