2 UEFA Champions League Titles
The 1996 Champions League final: Juventus' second title, sealed by a penalty shootout win over Ajax.
Juventus won the 1996 UEFA Champions League final against Ajax, their second and most recent triumph in the competition.
Quick Facts
- Years won
- 1985, 1996
- Final opponents (winners)
- Liverpool FC, Ajax
- Total finals reached
- 7
- Primary european era
- 1980s–1990s
- Status
- Two-time Champions
Lore & Background
In the 1996 final, Juventus defeated Ajax 4–2 on penalties after a 1–1 draw. Goalkeeper Angelo Peruzzi saved penalties from Edgar Davids and Sonny Silooy in the shootout.
Reader's Guide
Juventus reached the 1996 final by eliminating Nantes in the semi-finals, winning 2–0 at home and losing 3–2 away. They entered as Serie A runners-up and Supercoppa Italiana winners.
Did You Know?
- Juventus became the first Italian club to win the European Cup/Champions League twice with the 1996 victory.
- The 1996 final was a repeat of the 1973 final, which Ajax won 1–0.
- As of 2026, this is the last time a Dutch team appeared in a Champions League final.
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