Juventus came from behind to beat Celta Vigo in the Europa League, with Randal Kolo Muani scoring a late winner as he looks to rediscover his scoring form. The French forward made the difference after the Bianconeri struggled to find their rhythm.
Before kick off, Juventus knew they needed a strong performance to secure a positive result. However, they made another slow start, continuing a pattern that has troubled them in recent games.
The home side enjoyed more possession and created the greater threat early on. Their pressure paid off in the 18th minute when Hugo Alvarez scored to put Celta Vigo ahead.
Juventus were forced to respond after conceding first, having also gone behind at the weekend. The early goal gave the hosts confidence, while the visitors struggled to create a convincing response before half time.
The Bianconeri failed to make enough progress before the interval. Their players found it difficult to break through Celta Vigo's defence, leaving manager Luciano Spalletti with plenty to address during his half time team talk.
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Spalletti needed his side to show greater urgency after the break, but the equaliser did not arrive until shortly before the hour mark. Nick Woltemade scored to bring Juventus level and give the visitors renewed belief.
The goal changed the momentum, with Juventus sensing that a comeback victory was possible. Spalletti made changes as his side searched for a winner, introducing Kolo Muani to strengthen their attack.
The substitution proved crucial in the closing stages. Kolo Muani headed home in added time, completing Juventus' comeback and securing a dramatic victory after they had spent much of the match chasing the game.
For Kolo Muani, the late goal could provide a timely boost as he seeks to rediscover his scoring touch. For Juventus, the result rewarded their persistence, although their slow start remains an issue to address in future fixtures.
