Juventus coach Thiago Motta took full responsibility for his side's defeat against Benfica in the final matchday of the Champions League group stage.

Motta's side had already secured their place in the knockout-phase play-offs going into matchday eight, but the loss in Turin saw them slip to 20th in the 36-team standings

Juventus appointed Thiago Motta as their manager during the summer, fully aware of the risks involved in such a decision.

Juventus coach Thiago Motta takes responsibility for a 2-0 loss against Benfica and refuses to rule signings new players in the final day of the January transfer window.The Bianconeri have qualified

After Juventus were beaten at home by Benfica in the Champions League on Wednesday their manager Thiago Motta said the Portuguese side were deserved winners and took the blame for the defeat.

Reports from France claim Juventus have contacted former Barcelona coach Xavi, although they don't seem intent on sacking current manager Thiago Motta in the

Thiago Motta admits Juventus deserved their 2-0 defeat to Benfica in the Champions League, highlighting areas for improvement ahead of their next match.

Thiago Motta has selected USMNT star Weston McKennie as his captain for Wednesday evening’s crucial Champions League match against Benfica, which will be the last in the newly-formatted league

Thiago Motta explains that Andrea Cambiaso is dealing with an ankle injury, so he won't be available against Benfica while Dusan Vlahovic is eligible, but

Thiago Motta and Francisco Conceição discuss Juventus’ final Champions League league phase game against Benfica

Barcelona goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny has urged Juventus fans to keep faith with coach Thiago Motta. Szczesny left Juve last summer and hung up the gloves before being coaxed out of retirement by Barca.

Vlahovic, who was benched for two straight games due to fitness issues, came on as a late substitute in Juve's 2-1 loss at Napoli on Saturday but is ready to start on Wednesday if needed