Buffon: If we just defend against Madrid, we'll lose

The Juventus goalkeeper believes his side must play with "intelligence" when they take on the European and world champions on Wednesday.

Gianluigi Buffon says Juventus will not set out to hold onto their lead against Real Madrid in Wednesday's Champions League semi-final, second leg because they will end up regretting it.

Juve go into the last-four clash with a slender advantage having beaten Carlo Ancelotti's men 2-1 in Turin last week.

Buffon insists his side will have to be "intelligent" to ensure they reach the final.

"Madrid have so much quality in the final third that if we come here just to defend our lead we'll leave with regrets," he told reporters.

"I think we'll try and play with a certain intelligence, seeing as we have an advantage, small as it may be.

"Each of us has the desire to chase this dream of reaching the final. The only way to get to the final is to come here and play football.

"Real-Juve is a game of pride for everyone at Juventus: players, backroom staff, club and fans."

The goalkeeper believes Carlos Tevez will be the key player for the Serie A champions, while the return of Paul Pogba from injury will boost the team too.

"Tevez is a driving force, he understands what the team needs. He brings professionalism and football intelligence," Buffon added.

"Pogba gives us another option. If he doesn't have 90 minutes in his legs, then he can at least play for 60 or 70."