August 26, 2010 7:45 PM BST
Stadio Olimpico - Torino
Referee: Collum (Scozia)
Player Ratings: Juventus 1-0 Sturm Graz (3-1 Agg.)
A little bit of magic from Alessandro Del Piero lifted the Bianconeri past their Austrian counterparts. Goal.com rates the players on show...
By David Schiavone
A little unsure as Graz peppered the box during the opening exchanges, but carried on despite being injured.
A revelation going forward but neglects defensive duties at times.
A rock in the heart of the defence, composed and brought the ball out from the back well.
Made one mistake that could have cost Juve, but he recovered well and led Juve from the back.
More assured at the back than in the first leg, but still a liability defensively. Got forward well after the break.
Magnificent down the right flank, worked hard and always wanted the ball. If only his final pass was as good.
Provided the springboard for Juve attacks and created a formidable partnership with Sissoko.
A battering ram, never gave up the ball and snuffed out most Graz attacks.
Decent on the left, but came into his own when operating from the middle after the break.
A talisman and inspiration for his team, scored the winner and always a threat.
Forced off just before half-time due to injury, was promising but his finishing is still lacking.
Late replacement for Melo.
Excellent when he came on and could have had a goal if not for woeful finishing.
Produced a number of excellent saves and kept the score down considerably, especially in the second half.
Did alright in the first half against Martinez and Pepe, but couldn't find that attacking threat which was so potent in the first leg. Capitulated in the second half as Juve exploited his flank.
Almost static in the centre of defence as Juventus passed around him with ease. Del Piero in particular was enjoying the duel.
Was pretty solid in the air but found the Juventus counterattacks a nightmare in the second period.
Got forward but left gaps in behind. Given a torrid time by Pepe.
Not much of a threat all evening before being hooked in the second half
Tried his best to support the attack and had some joy in the opening exchanges but ultimately overran by Sissoko and Melo in the middle.
Couldn't get into the game much due to the dominant Juve pairing in central midfield.
Got in behind Motta during the first half, but couldn't sustain his performance and was replaced by Klem.
Worked hard but couldn't provide the finishing touch in the first half and by the second was chasing shadows.
Could have changed the game had he not hit the post. Bright opening but faded and eventually replaced by Haas.
Tried his best to help Graz gain an element of control but was ineffectual.
Unable to compete with a rampant Juventus.
Could not do anything as Juve powered on in the second period.
| Tournament | |
| Position | |
| Ranking |
| Rank/Player | Position | Team | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Carlo Cudicini | Goalkeeper | Tottenham | 6.83 |
| 2. Jermain Defoe | Striker | Tottenham | 6.50 |
| 3. Jake Livermore | Midfielder | Tottenham | 5.88 |
| Player | Goals | Penalties | |
|---|---|---|---|
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Joseph Akpala
Striker Club Brugge KV |
7 | 0 |
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Matias Suarez
Striker Anderlecht |
7 | 0 |
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Dmitri Sytchev
Striker Lokomotiv |
6 | 3 |
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Klaas-Jan Huntelaar
Striker Schalke |
6 | 2 |
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Miroslav Radovic
Midfielder Legia |
6 | 0 |

