Juventus went from an early lead to falling behind against Rennes before Nick Woltemade scored to bring the Bianconeri back to 2–2. The closing stages also brought brief celebrations following a goal by Lucumí, which was ruled out for offside.
Celik Gives Juventus the Lead: Woltemade Finds a Gap in the Defence
Juventus took the lead as early as the fifth minute. Woltemade played an excellent through ball behind the defensive line, sending Celik through on goal. The Turkish international made no mistake with a precise finish to put Juventus 1–0 ahead.
Rennes Respond Quickly: Al-Tamari Scores the Equaliser
The visitors hit back in the 15th minute. After Nagida’s run and a headed lay-off from Reynolds, Al-Tamari found the back of the net to make it 1–1.
Dia Turns the Game Around from the Penalty Spot
Late in the first half, following a corner, Nagida’s effort struck Douglas Luiz’s arm while the Juventus midfielder was on the ground. The referee pointed to the spot, and Dia sent Vicario the wrong way to give Rennes a 2–1 lead. Juventus had reasons to regret their missed opportunities before the break. Samba produced several important saves, while McKennie struck the post.
Woltemade Takes Responsibility and Brings Juventus Back
The equaliser arrived in the 67th minute, once again from the penalty spot. Douglas Luiz delivered a set-piece into the box towards Nico Gonzalez, whose headed lay-off was stopped by Reynolds’ hand. Woltemade kept his composure and sent the ball straight down the middle to make it 2–2.
Lucumí Sends the Stadium into Celebration, but Offside Denies Juventus
Juventus briefly thought they had completed the comeback. Lucumí found the back of the net with what looked like a winning goal, but the effort was ruled out for offside. Instead of celebrating a dramatic victory, Juventus had to settle for a 2–2 draw.
Juventus – Rennes 2–2 (1–2)
Goals: Celik 5’, Woltemade 67’ (penalty) – Al-Tamari 15’, Dia 43’ (penalty).
JUVENTUS (3-5-2): Vicario; Gatti (Nico Gonzalez 60’), Bremer, Kelly; Celik (Kalulu 46’), McKennie, Douglas Luiz, Koopmeiners, Cambiaso; Kolo Muani, Woltemade.
Manager: Luciano Spalletti.
RENNES (3-5-2): Samba; Ait Boudlal, Cresswell, Rouault; Reynolds, Thomasson, Rongier, Camara, Nagida; Dia, Al-Tamari.
Manager: Franck Haise.
