Marcos Senna insists Villarreal does not feel inferior to Juventus | OneFootball

Juventus face Villarreal in the Champions League in just a few hours, and the Spanish side is not intimidated by the arrival of the Old Lady. Juventus is one of the biggest clubs in world football and historically stronger than Villarreal; yet, past achievements will not determine the outcome of this match.

The Spanish side has shown impressive form at home and continues to prove itself as one of the most fearless teams in Europe this season. This strength on their own ground places them in a strong position, making them capable of unsettling any visiting side. Juventus, while unbeaten so far, will be conscious of the danger and aware that their first loss of the season could come in Spain.

Villarreal’s Confident Outlook

Villarreal’s resilience has been evident, even after their opening European defeat to Tottenham. Rather than losing confidence, they remain in a positive phase of development and are determined to keep building. Their reputation for intensity at home suggests they will provide Juventus with a very stern test.

When asked about the mindset of his former side, Villarreal’s idol Marcos Senna gave an assured response. Speaking as quoted by Tuttomercatoweb, he stated, “Our feelings are very good, despite the fact that we failed in our first European match against Tottenham (a 1-0 defeat, ed.). We’re in a very positive phase of growth, and we want to put all our players at the coach’s disposal as soon as possible. We don’t feel inferior or superior to anyone; what we have is great respect for all the opponents we face. Obviously, including Juve.” His words highlight the balance of respect and confidence with which Villarreal will approach the fixture.

Marcos Senna (Getty Images)

A Test for Juventus

Juventus, despite their stature and unbeaten record, understand the importance of handling Villarreal with caution. The Champions League often rewards teams that combine quality with determination, and the Spanish side has demonstrated both. For Villarreal, this is an opportunity to showcase their growth, while for Juventus, it represents a challenge to maintain consistency in a demanding environment.

This evening’s contest promises to be a competitive clash, with both sides motivated to secure an important result in their European campaign.