World Football Challenge: Juventus Takes Down Club America After Storm Delay
By on July 13, 2011
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Juventus Takes Down Club America 1-0, Eyes CD Guadalajara
Thursday night's match between Juventus and Club America was put on hold during the 32nd minute for 36 minutes. A lingering lightening storm overhead made it necessary to suspend play until all was clear.
When action resumed, it didn't take long for Juventus to break the scoreless draw. Winger Cristian Pasquato scored the go ahead goal in the 42nd minute. It would prove to be the only goal scored by either side in the match.
Juventus knew they had to win this match. After a loss to Sporting Clube de Portugal on July 23rd, it was imperative that they got back on track by coming away with a victory in their match against Club America.
That's why it came as no surprise that the starting lineup remained on the pitch until the 73rd minute. The match was incredibly close. Making a substitution in order to preserve the legs of a player for their upcoming match against CD Guadalajara could have opened the door for Club America to knock in the equalizer.
Club America has another match in front of them as well. They get a chance to square off against Barcelona in Cowboys Stadium on August 6th. Cowboys stadium is arguably the most impressive sports venue in the entire country.
The game won't be featuring the most feared attacker in the world, Lionel Messi, who is coming off of the Copa America 2011.
Even so, Barcelona is going to be a tough challenge for Club America. It presents a great challenge for the team, one that they would undoubtedly want momentum heading into. The loss against Juventus doesn't certainly doesn't add to the confidence as they head into their final match of the World Football Challenge.
Conversely, Juventus has gained momentum as they take on CD Guadalajara. It's going to be interesting to see how the team holds up towards the end of the match and how readily substitutes are utilized, but Juventus has to like their chances heading into the match.
Stay tuned to Bleacher Report's World Football Page for all up-to-date news and analysis.
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