LYON: Cristiano Ronaldo drew a blank as a Lucas Tousart goal handed Lyon a surprise 1-0 win over Juventus in the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie in France on Wednesday (Thursday in Manila). Midfielder Tousart netted in the 31st minute to give Lyon a lead to defend when they head to Turin for the return on March 17. The goal came with Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt off receiving treatment, but it was just reward for an excellent first half by a Lyon side enduring a mediocre campaign. They then survived late Juventus pressure to claim their finest European result since defeating Manchester City in last season’s group stage. The Serie A leaders came as overwhelming favourites against a Lyon team looking like possibly the weakest left in the competition.

Source: Manila Times February 27, 2020 16:29 UTC