Juventus, Milan Avoid Champions League Playoff Derby with PSV, Feyenoord

In the recent Champions League playoff draw, Juventus has been matched with PSV, while AC Milan will face Feyenoord, avoiding a potential derby clash between the two Serie A teams. Juventus director Gianluca Pessotto expressed relief at avoiding a matchup with Milan and emphasized the need for the team to unite and overcome recent difficulties, as they have struggled with injuries and inconsistent performances. Milan's matchup against Feyenoord comes as they negotiate for player Santiago Gimenez, adding another layer to the encounter. Atalanta will compete against Club Brugge in the same knockout stage. The upcoming matches are scheduled between February 11th and 19th, with a further draw set for February 21st to determine potential future matchups. Both clubs aim to advance to the next round and improve their current league standings, as Juventus is currently outside the top four.