Juventus defender Andrea Barzagli admits Real Madrid are favourites in their Champions League clash, but the Bianconeri have ‘no fear’.

The Italian champions were drawn against the current holders of the competition in this morning’s draw, with the sides vying for the opportunity to make the final in Berlin.

“It’s a great challenge, it’s a semi-final,” Barzagli told Sky.

“We knew whoever we drew would definitely be difficult. We don’t start as favourites, but we’ll play without fear.

Juventus defender Andrea Barzagli admits Real Madrid are favourites in their Champions League clash, but the Bianconeri have ‘no fear’.

The Italian champions were drawn against the current holders of the competition in this morning’s draw, with the sides vying for the opportunity to make the final in Berlin.

“It’s a great challenge, it’s a semi-final,” Barzagli told Sky.

“We knew whoever we drew would definitely be difficult. We don’t start as favourites, but we’ll play without fear.

“We definitely know the quality they possess, they have a squad full of great players. They have the Ballon D’Or winner [Cristiano Ronaldo], and great players who can make a difference.

“It’s a squad full of phenomenal players.

“It’s difficult to start thinking of Berlin now, although personally Germany has always brought me luck [Barzagli was in the 2006 World Cup winning squad].

“We’ll see, but first we have a big task to undertake. Over two legs of a semi-final anything can happen.”

The Old Lady have played with both a back three and a back four this season, and Barzagli assures they’ll be confident with either shape against Los Merengues.

“We played [with three] for many years, so we know that system off by heart. This year we haven’t conceded many goals with 4. So anything the Coach chooses to do will be the right choice.

“Regarding the defence, in my opinion, in recent years Juve have made a difference as a team, collectively in terms of defence, not just us defenders.

“We can help each other and feel comfortable together, and that will certainly be important against a team like Real Madrid.”

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