Half-Time Report: Arturo Vidal gives Juventus the lead against Sampdoria

Arturo Vidal has given Juventus a 1-0 lead going into half-time of their Serie A clash against Sampdoria.

Stephan Lichtsteiner's inswinging cross from the right-hand side was met by the Chilean at the back post.

Fernando Llorente could have broken the deadlock for the visitors a little earlier, but the Spaniard's shot was blasted over.

Samuel Eto'o missed Sampdoria's best chance 15 minutes into the game, with the Cameroonian's header just going wide of the post.

Carlos Tevez had the chance to double Juve's lead, but the Argentine's shot from outside the box was blocked.