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Why isn't Cristiano Ronaldo playing for Juventus vs Dynamo Kyiv?

Juventus are one of the favourites to be named winners of this year's Champions League, despite being placed in a tough group that also involves Barcelona, Dynamo Kyiv and Ferencvaros.

Star striker Cristiano Ronaldo, however, won't be part of the squad that lines up to face Dynamo Kyiv - and Goal explains why.

Ronaldo will not be available for selection to face Dynamo Kyiv in Juventus' opening Champions League group-stage fixture on October 20 because he has tested positive for Covid-19.

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The Portugal international had a confirmed positive test result on October 13 during international duty, and has been made to self-isolate accordingly alongside Covid-19 safety protocol and procedure.