Young Boys 2-1 Juventus: 3 reasons why Juventus lost to Young Boys | UEFA Champions League 2018-19

A totally unexpected result
A totally unexpected result

#2 Guillaume Hoarau was in inspired form

Hoarau got a brace in the match
Hoarau got a brace in the match

Unlike his more established and famous Portuguese opponent, the 34-year-old was on his game, and proved to be a thorn in the flesh of the Italians throughout the match.

He came into the match with a feel good feeling, having scored an injury time winner in the weekend clash with Thun to help Young Boys complete a remarkable comeback victory, and against Juve, he needed just 30 minutes to open the scoreline, burying from the penalty spot (despite Sczezny's best efforts) after Douglas Costa had been penalised for a clumsy tackle in the box.

He also came into play at the wrong end, as he inavertedly sliced a clearance against the bar before shooting wide when presented with a good opportunity (at the right end).

He made amends moments later, showing great composure to beat Leonardo Bonucci and shoot past Sczezny to give Young Boys some leverage ahead of the expected onslaught by the Bianconerri.

The goal gave Hoarau his 100th goal for Young Boys, and took him to 4 for the UCL campaign, and the former PSG striker can hold his head high after a wonderful performance in the 2018-19 Champions League group stage.

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Edited by Anthony Akatugba Jr.