Maccabi Haifa - Juventus Access
Despite having higher possession (55%) and more overall passes in the return leg, Juventus struggled with injuries—most notably losing Angel Di Maria to a hamstring injury before the 30-minute mark—and failed to convert their 11 total shots into goals.
In their 2-0 win, Haifa maintained 45% possession but were highly efficient, recording 4 shots on target and successfully absorbing pressure from a disjointed Juventus side. Midfielder Tjaronn Chery and goalkeeper Josh Cohen were instrumental in maintaining the clean sheet. Maccabi Haifa - Juventus
Ultimately, this rivalry highlights Maccabi Haifa's ability to challenge European elite on home soil, as evidenced by their previous 3-0 victory over Manchester United in 2002. For Juventus, the 2022 loss in Haifa remains a symbol of a difficult transitional period in the club's modern history. Despite having higher possession (55%) and more overall
Just six days later, Maccabi Haifa produced a stunning 2-0 upset. Omer Atzili scored twice in the first half (7' and 42') to hand Maccabi their first Champions League win in 20 years. The defeat plunged Juventus into a "crisis," with manager Massimiliano Allegri citing a lack of "heart and passion". Tactical & Statistical Analysis Omer Atzili scored twice in the first half
According to stat trackers at FcTables, the direct matches average .