Juventus defender Stefan Lichtsteiner commented on the decision of the "Bianconeri" not to claim him for the group stage of the Champions League.

The Swiss bek, along with midfielder Marco Piatti, ended up behind the side of the team order for the group stage of the Champions League.

According to Lichsteiner, he took this decision of the coaching staff of the "old lady" very difficult.

"For me it's a hard blow and incredible disappointment," Stefan wrote on his Facebook page.

"Nevertheless, in life there are such things. The important thing is not how many times you fall, but how many times will you find the strength to rise, roll up your sleeves and continue to fight, never giving up ".

"Now I'll give myself up as never before myself for the honor of this T-shirt," - summed up the defender.

The first fight in the group stage of the Champions League Juventus will be held on September 12 on the road against Barcelona.