Juventus forwards Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata will not return from injury until after the October international break, the Italian club said on Monday, ruling the pair out of this week`s games against Chelsea and Torino. 
 
Dybala scored the opening goal in a 3-2 Serie A win over Sampdoria on Sunday before limping off in tears, while Morata also needed to be replaced with an injury. A note on Juventus website said: “Diagnostic tests were carried out this morning at J|Medical, and the results showed: For Alvaro Morata, a low-grade muscle injury of the hamstring in the right thigh. For Paulo Dybala, an elongation of the semitendinosus muscle in the left thigh.

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“Both will be available after the international break.” Juve host European champions Chelsea in the Champions League on Wednesday before travelling to local rivals Torino in the Turin Derby on Saturday. Massimiliano Allegri`s side then host AS Roma when domestic football resumes on Oct. 17.

Juventus forwards Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata will not return from injury until after the October international break, the Italian club said on Monday, ruling the pair out of this week`s games against Chelsea and Torino.

Juventus forwards Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata will not return from injury until after the October international break, the Italian club said on Monday, ruling the pair out of this week`s games against Chelsea and Torino. Dybala scored the opening goal in a 3-2 Serie A win over Sampdoria on Sunday before limping off in tears, while Morata also needed to be replaced with an injury. A note on Juventus website said: “Diagnostic tests were carried out this morning at J|Medical, and the results showed: For Alvaro Morata, a low-grade muscle injury of the hamstring in the right thigh. For Paulo Dybala, an elongation of the semitendinosus muscle in the left thigh. ALSO READ | Premier League: Mohammed Salah scores his 100th goal as Liverpool held to 3-3 draw by battling Brentford “Both will be available after the international break.” Juve host European champions Chelsea in the Champions League on Wednesday before travelling to local rivals Torino in the Turin Derby on Saturday. Massimiliano Allegri`s side then host AS Roma when domestic football resumes on Oct. 17.

Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata ruled out of Juventus' clash with Chelsea

Juventus sacked coach Maurizio Sarri on Saturday after the Italian club's Champions League last 16 exit to Lyon. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo's double in a home 2-1 win on Friday, Juve fell 2-2 on aggregate to the French club, ending their quest for a title they last won in 1996.

Juventus sacked coach Maurizio Sarri on Saturday after the Italian club's Champions League last 16 exit to Lyon. Despite Cristiano Ronaldo's double in a home 2-1 win on Friday, Juve fell 2-2 on aggregate to the French club, ending their quest for a title they last won in 1996. Sarri has been the target of criticism since early on in his tenure and the European failure was the final straw for the club’s hierarchy. A club statement read: “The club would like to thank the coach for having written a new page in Juventus’ history with the victory of the ninth-consecutive championship, the culmination of a personal journey that led him to climb all the divisions of Italian football.” Despite their domestic dominance, Juventus haven’t lifted the Champions League trophy since 1996.

Juventus sack coach Maurizio Sarri sacked after Champions League exit

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first-ever player to score 50 goals in Serie A, La Liga and the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> after the Portuguese stalwart put Juventus on the brink of ninth successive Italian league title on Monday after scoring a second-half brace in a 2-1 win over Lazio.&nbsp;

While the win puts Juventus eight points clear of second-placed Inter Milan with four games remaining, Ronaldo continues to cement his legacy as arguably the greatest player of all time. Ronaldo’s brace also helped Juventus end a three-match winless run.&nbsp;

The Maurizio Sarri-coached side could go on to win the title on Thursday against Udinese or on Sunday against Sampdoria, depending on how their rivals perform this week. The Juve manager was of high praise for Ronaldo as he lauded his physical condition and ability to recover quickly between games while adding he is a champions with his feet and head.&nbsp;

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"We are missing four points, only after we have achieved them will we then be able to think about the goal achieved," said Sarri.

"All the games are difficult now, and in the space of six days, we play three games. So, we must stay focused and think about securing the missing points."

Sarri added: "Cristiano is an impressive player because he has the extraordinary ability to complete a quick recovery between games.

"Not only physically, but, above all, mentally: he is a champion with his feet, but also with his head."

Ronaldo netted a penalty just after the half-time break before tapping in a cross by Paulo Dybala.

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The former Real Madrid megastar has scored 30 goals in 2019-20 season, equal with Lazio’s Ciro Immobile. His second goal was his 50th in Serie A after passing the landmark in England in Spain.&nbsp;The five-time Ballon d'Or winner missed the chance of a hat-trick when his header hit the crossbar after 66 minutes.

The 35-year-old is now looking to become the first player to finish top scorer in three of the top five European leagues after doing so England and Spain.

"Records are always important, but the team victory is more important," said Ronaldo.

"I'm helping the team to win. It's important to win the title. There are four games left and we know that Serie A is a difficult championship."

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first-ever player to score 50 goals in Serie A, La Liga and the Premier League after the Portuguese stalwart put Juventus on the brink of ninth successive Italian league title on Monday after scoring a second-half brace in a 2-1 win over Lazio.

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the first-ever player to score 50 goals in Serie A, La Liga and the Premier League after the Portuguese stalwart put Juventus on the brink of ninth successive Italian league title on Monday after scoring a second-half brace in a 2-1 win over Lazio. While the win puts Juventus eight points clear of second-placed Inter Milan with four games remaining, Ronaldo continues to cement his legacy as arguably the greatest player of all time. Ronaldo’s brace also helped Juventus end a three-match winless run. The Maurizio Sarri-coached side could go on to win the title on Thursday against Udinese or on Sunday against Sampdoria, depending on how their rivals perform this week. The Juve manager was of high praise for Ronaldo as he lauded his physical condition and ability to recover quickly between games while adding he is a champions with his feet and head. ALSO READ: Wolves bolster Europa League bid, Blades blunted by Everton "We are missing four points, only after we have achieved them will we then be able to think about the goal achieved," said Sarri. "All the games are difficult now, and in the space of six days, we play three games. So, we must stay focused and think about securing the missing points." Sarri added: "Cristiano is an impressive player because he has the extraordinary ability to complete a quick recovery between games. "Not only physically, but, above all, mentally: he is a champion with his feet, but also with his head." Ronaldo netted a penalty just after the half-time break before tapping in a cross by Paulo Dybala. ALSO READ: Guardiola takes swipe at Arsenal over 'respect' The former Real Madrid megastar has scored 30 goals in 2019-20 season, equal with Lazio’s Ciro Immobile. His second goal was his 50th in Serie A after passing the landmark in England in Spain. The five-time Ballon d'Or winner missed the chance of a hat-trick when his header hit the crossbar after 66 minutes. The 35-year-old is now looking to become the first player to finish top scorer in three of the top five European leagues after doing so England and Spain. "Records are always important, but the team victory is more important," said Ronaldo. "I'm helping the team to win. It's important to win the title. There are four games left and we know that Serie A is a difficult championship."

Cristiano Ronaldo sets new record by scoring 50th Serie A goal

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