Stephan Lichtsteiner is delighted to be back in action for Juventus.

The Swiss international defender had been left off the Champions League squad for the group stage.

“I'm happy to be important for Juventus again after a tormented and difficult start to the season," Lichtsteiner said after their Champoins League win over Porto.

“I learned a great deal over the last five or six months. The most important thing is the group and the result. Whether it's me who plays, Dani Alves or anyone else, it's all the same.

“The important thing is the team and it's the team ultimately that always wins. Football is a team sport. We are a mature side with remarkable quality.

“Having said that, 2-0 is not enough to make us relax. When you win the first leg 5-0, then you can relax a bit more. We must continue working and stay focused."