Asamoah Included in Juventus’ Squad for Europa League Semi-Final First Leg Against Benfica
Kwadwo Asamoah is set to play a key role for Juventus in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final against Benfica Lisbon this Thursday. The Ghanaian midfielder, a regular starter for the Turin-based side, is expected to line up on the left wing as Antonio Conte’s team looks to secure an advantage in the away leg at the Estádio da Luz.
Asamoah’s inclusion in the squad highlights his importance to Juventus, with the versatile midfielder offering both defensive solidity and attacking support. He will be joined in the squad by fellow key player Paul Pogba, the Franco-Guinean who has also been a central figure in Juventus’ success this season.
Juventus, aiming to continue their pursuit of European glory, will face a Benfica side eager to defend their home advantage. The tie is expected to be fiercely contested, and Conte will be hoping his side can replicate their strong form in the competition.
The full Juventus squad for the match includes goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon, defenders Giorgio Chiellini, Martin Caceres, Angelo Ogbonna, and Andrea Barzagli, along with midfielders Andrea Pirlo, Arturo Vidal, and Stephan Lichtsteiner. In attack, Juventus will rely on their attacking trio of Mirko Vucinic, Carlos Tévez, and Fernando Llorente, with the option of Sebastian Giovinco and Pablo Osvaldo from the bench.
With the squad packed with experienced players, Juventus will look to maintain their focus and discipline against a Benfica team known for their resilience and strength on home turf.
