Plot Synopsis

FIRST TEAM: JUVENTUS is a six-episode docuseries that follows renowned soccer club Juventus on and off the pitch as they attempt to win a seventh straight Italian title and achieve Champions League glory during its 2017-2018 season. This series gives fans and supporters worldwide behind-the-scenes access to coach Massimiliano Allegri, the team, its former players like Alessandro Del Piero, and its current players, including Federico Bernardeschi, Giorgio Chiellini, Douglas Costa, Gonzalo Higuain, Claudio Marchisio, Miralem Pjanic, Daniele Rugani, and captain Gianluigi Buffon. The series opens with the club marking a new season with an intimate exhibition match for its fans, then begins its quest for Serie A and Champions League trophies. Juve face a test of their focus on the pitch, and midfielder Claudio Marchisio reflects on his lifelong bond with Juve. Plus, the club celebrates its 120th anniversary. Then, with Christmas just around the corner, striker Gonzalo Higuain squares off against his former team, and a new face impacts a must-win Champions League match. On Friday, February 16, 2018 at 3:01am ET/12:01am PT, Neflix released the first three episodes of FIRST TEAM: JUVENTUS.
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After a five-month break, the second half of Season 1 debuted on Friday, July 6, 2018 at 3:01am ET/12:01am PT, as Netflix released the final three episodes. In the second half of the series, pressure builds as Juve enter a crucial stretch that includes a Champions League tie with Tottenham. Tragedy hits close to home and rattles the club. Juan Cuadrado returns from injury with a bang. Juve look to stay in the Serie A title race, but a massive showdown with Real Madrid looms. In the wake of a crushing result, Juve regroup to pursue the Serie A and Coppa Italia championships. Gigi Buffon makes a decision about his future.