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Fellaini's presence 'immediately felt' by Juventus – Allegri

Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri believes Marouane Fellaini made the difference and helped Manchester United to a 2-1 win in the Champions League.

The 30-year-old was introduced with United trailing to Cristiano Ronaldo's stunning volley, his first Champions League goal for the club .

But the visitors claimed a surprise win thanks to Juan Mata's free-kick and an Alex Sandro own goal on Wednesday, with Jose Mourinho's side turning to Fellaini as the visitors took a more direct approach to spark their comeback.

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The Belgium international almost got on the end of Ashley Young's set-piece that led to the winning goal and, even though he did not find the net, Allegri said Fellaini was decisive in the Group H clash.