NEC will start their Europa League campaign against Juventus, a team that is favored to win the tournament. Although Juventus is experiencing some turmoil in the Serie A, this will be a challenging match for NEC. Voetbal International notes that Juventus is adopting a structured tactical approach, which is the opposite of NEC's 'organized chaos' style of play under coach Schreuder.
This approach is likely due to Juventus' lack of superstars, which has been a topic of discussion in the Italian press. The team has been missing several key players, including Kenan Yildiz, Manuel Locatelli, Weston McKennie, and Khépren Thuram, and this has led to calls for the departure of coach Luciano Spalletti and the return of Antonio Conte. Despite these challenges, Juventus will likely field a strong team with international players from various countries.
NEC will face a team with a mix of experience and youth, including players from Italy, France, Brazil, Colombia, Turkey, and others. This will be a tough test for NEC, who have had success in the past with their unorthodox style of play. However, Juventus' structured approach may make it difficult for NEC to break down their defense.