JUVENTUS SEASON 2024-2025

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Juventus woes piling up as two players suffer injuries against Fiorentina

 

 

As if getting hammered at the hands of their rivals wasn’t enough, Juventus also lost Andrea Cambiaso and Lloyd Kelly to injuries. ............

 

To make matters even worse for the Bianconeri, Andrea Cambiaso, who came in for the disappointing Nico Gonzalez in the second half, ended up suffering an ankle injury, and not for the first time.

 

As many Juventus fans might recall, the Italian wingback has been dealing with recurring ankle problems between December and January which derailed his early-season momentum. But after seemingly overcoming these issues, the player was dealt a fresh blow on Sunday, as he had to be assisted by members of the medical staff while leaving the pitch, as he couldn’t walk on his own. ............

 

It remains to be seen if this new setback is directly related to his previous problems or an entirely fresh one.

 

But while Cambiaso’s injury was easily picked up by the cameras due to his dramatic exit, Kelly’s issue went unnoticed as he calmly made his way towards the dugout, leaving his place on the pitch to Federico Gatti.

 

The Englishman was also replaced due to a physical problem. ............

 

Juventus fans will be hoping that Cambiaso’s condition, in particular, won’t be too serious, as he remains by far the most consistent full-back in the squad this season. Sadly for the 24-year-old, this untimely blow ruled him out of Italy’s squad for the UEFA Nations League clashes against Germany. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-woes-cambiaso-kelly-injuries/

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Juventus request investigation into insulting Fiorentina choreography

 

 

Juventus have reportedly contacted the relevant authorities to request an investigation into the choreography from the Fiorentina supporters before kick-off in their Serie A match over the weekend, which involved the unfurling of a message that read: ‘Juve M***A’. ............

 

Fiorentina, led by Raffaele Palladino who is also fighting for his job, made life uncomfortable for the Bianconeri during their trip to Tuscany over the weekend, providing a lesson on the pitch as well as a few insulting messages to the club and its players throughout the game. ............

 

Former Fiorentina striker Dusan Vlahovic was also the subject of taunting chants, asking ‘Where’s Vlahovic’ after his run of starts on the bench. Nico Gonzalez, who moved to Juve from Fiorentina in the summer, was not spared any insults either.  ............

 

Juventus have been in contact with the FIGC and the Lega Serie A to request an investigation and clarification over the pre-match message that read: ‘Juve M***A’. ............

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-request-investigation-fiorentina-tifo/

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Di Livio says Juventus best players hide during tough moments

 

 

After conceding seven goals in consecutive matches and suffering defeat in both, Juventus finds itself in a deep crisis, with increasing doubts over the future of manager Thiago Motta. The alarming downturn in form has raised serious concerns among fans and analysts alike, as the team struggles to meet expectations. ............

 

According to Angelo Di Livio, Juventus’ most influential players have failed to rise to the occasion. He stated:

 

“I don’t see any leaders in this team: the best hide, while they should emerge precisely in these moments. During the game, Juve appears resigned and incapable of reacting. Seven goals conceded in two games is really too many. There are no explanations.”

 

Juventus’ defensive frailties, coupled with a lack of leadership on the pitch, have left them vulnerable. Motta has undoubtedly been let down by some of his key players, who have failed to take responsibility in critical moments. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-says-juventus-best-players-hide-during-tough-moments/

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Journalist discusses how costly it will be for Juventus with no Champions League

 

 

There is a good chance that Juventus will not qualify for the next Champions League, as they continue to struggle with their form. Before their match against Atalanta, the Bianconeri were on a five-game winning streak, and it seemed as though they were on course for an unstoppable finish to the season. However, their momentum was halted by La Dea, and they suffered another defeat to Fiorentina shortly after, conceding seven goals across both matches.

 

What makes this even more worrying for the club is that they failed to score a single goal in either game. ............

 

Marco Bellinazzo, a football expert, commented on how costly it would be for Juventus not to participate in the Champions League next season. He said: “It would weigh heavily. Juventus’ recovery plan is based on participation in the Champions League in the coming years. A possible participation in the Europa League could mitigate the burden, but we are talking about a competition that in terms of prize money is worth a fifth of the Champions League.”

Not playing in the Champions League next season would have significant financial and reputational consequences for Juventus, and it is vital that the club does everything in its power to secure qualification. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-discusses-how-costly-it-will-be-for-juventus-with-no-champions-league/

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A poor result vs. Genoa could spell the end for Thiago Motta at Juventus

 

 

The waning weeks of the Serie A 2024-25 campaign seem to be shaping up exactly as pundits, podcasters, and fans believed it would, with a battle between Inter Milan and Napoli, while the boys from Bergamo, Atalanta, try desperately to work their way back into Scudetto competition.

 

What nobody could have predicted to come from this season is the continued utter disaster that has come from the first year of the Thiago Motta and Cristiano Giuntoli experiment.

 

In articles from the late-summer months of 2024, I praised the decision from the Juventus board to bring in a newer, younger manager that had only weeks prior to his appointment had led Bologna on a miraculous run to Champions League qualification. ............

 

The new system is vastly different from what the Juventus faithful have seen over the years, and it began early on with some key departures and arrivals. To name a few, Federico Chiesa was welcomed at Liverpool, Dean Hujisen found his stride at Bournemouth, and Fabio Miretti was loaned to Genoa. With some extra Champions League and transfer cash lying around, the powers that be decided to bring on some players who on paper seemed perfect. Teun Koopmeiners who can claim a European trophy, two-time Conference League runner-up Nico Gonzalez, and Brazil Olympic gold medalist Douglas Luiz.

 

Again, on paper ,this all made perfect sense. ............

 

Over the period of two months, the Bianconeri were knocked out of the Supercoppa, Champions League, and Coppa Italia. These crash outs, while not unheard of for the Old Lady, came at the hand of some of the worst possible clubs out there. ............

 

To make matters worse, it seems that almost weekly there are reports about relationships breaking down between Motta and members of the squad. Some of these were naturally going to occur — Dusan Vlahovic’s disenchantment with the management after Randal Kolo Muani showed up, or more recently with Kenan Yildiz riding the bench for the entire Fiorentina match. ............

 

The history of Juventus is that of players who eat, sleep, and breathe a love of their club. They know the stories, titles, and colors are not simply part of a game, but a way of life. Giorgio Chiellini sometimes tells a story of a famous draw against AC Milan, where Alessandro Del Piero was furious in the locker room after.

 

“After a 0-0 to Milan at San Siro, the whole team was happy going back into the locker room. Milan were really strong and we were a new team. Del Piero started kicking everything in sight. We all looked at him strangely except for Buffon who said to let him be. Alex then called the team and said: ‘Your happiness pisses me off. We can’t be happy with a tie. Our mentality must grow because at Juventus a tie is a defeat. Get that into your heads.’ That was the day I understood what it meant to wear the Juventus jersey.”

 

This very mentality has slowly left Juventus over the years. ............

 

Juventus are, and always will be “una storia di un grande amore.” But that “grande amore” for the Bianconeri has disappeared, and there is management, select players, office staff, and even some fans to blame for this. ............

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Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/3/19/24388185/juventus-failed-experiment-thiago-motta-cristiano-giuntoli-2025-serie-a-champions-league-management

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Fiorentina fined for offensive banner aimed at Juventus

 

 

Juventus were recently insulted through a banner displayed in one of the stands during their match against Fiorentina, leading to a fine for La Viola. The incident highlights the ongoing animosity Juventus faces in Italian football, with the Bianconeri remaining one of the most despised clubs in the country, a status that is largely attributed to their success over the years. ............

 

As a result of the display, Fiorentina has been fined for failing to control its supporters. The Florence club has been handed a €50,000 fine and issued a serious warning. While the banner may have been intended to provoke or unsettle Juventus, it is unlikely that the players were caught off guard. Such displays of hostility have become a familiar part of the matchday experience for Juve, who are used to being targeted by rival fans, especially in high-stakes encounters. It is simply another attempt by supporters to make Juventus uncomfortable and, perhaps, gain an edge in the game. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/fiorentina-fined-for-offensive-banner-aimed-at-juventus/

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Genoa star expects a very angry Juventus when both clubs meet

 

 

Juventus’ next match after the international break will be against Genoa, and it is a fixture that they absolutely must win. The Bianconeri have been struggling with their form recently, having disappointingly lost their last two matches. In those games, they conceded seven goals in total while failing to score a single one. This poor run of results has put a serious dent in their title ambitions, and while winning the league now seems unlikely, finishing inside the top four in Serie A is still very much within their reach.

 

The importance of securing a spot in the Champions League for next season cannot be overstated. Missing out on Europe’s premier competition could have significant financial and sporting repercussions for Juventus, making the upcoming match against Genoa even more crucial. The team knows that they cannot afford to slip up again, especially against a side like Genoa, who will be motivated to cause an upset. Genoa’s Ruslan Malinovskyi spoke about the upcoming fixture, stating, “Against Juventus, it will be a difficult challenge because the last games they lost can create something for better or for worse, they could be very angry. We will have to be 100% and play a great game to win something.” ............

 

The players are aware that the fans and the club expect a strong reaction following their recent setbacks, including a humiliating loss to Atalanta and they will need to deliver a performance that reflects the magnitude of this match. A loss to Genoa would be unacceptable, and there would be no valid excuse for failing to win. ............

 

The team needs to regain their confidence and momentum if they are to finish the season on a high. The match against Genoa presents an opportunity for Juventus to bounce back. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/genoa-star-expects-a-very-angry-juventus-when-both-clubs-meet/

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How realistic is it that Juventus will make the top four this season?

 

 

Thiago Motta guided Bologna to Champions League qualification last season, and following Juventus’ recent defeat to Fiorentina, his former club has now overtaken them in the Serie A table.

 

For a club of Juventus’ stature, securing a place in the Champions League is an absolute necessity. However, their current league position after 29 matches is far from ideal. ............

 

Following the international break, Juventus will host Genoa before travelling to face AS Roma. They will then take on Lecce and Parma in what will be a crucial run of games.

 

Historically, AS Roma would be expected to provide the toughest challenge in this stretch of fixtures. However, Juventus’ inconsistency under Motta makes it difficult to trust them to secure victories, even against teams they would typically be expected to beat.

 

To secure a top-four finish, Juventus will likely need to win at least seven of their remaining nine league matches. This will also require those below them in the table to fail to match their results. Anything less than this target could spell trouble for the Old Lady, leaving them at risk of missing out on Champions League football next season. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/how-realistic-is-it-that-juventus-will-make-the-top-four-this-season/

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The most embarrassing Juventus results under Thiago Motta

 

 

This season has been particularly challenging for Juventus, defined largely by their inability to secure victories against opponents they would typically be expected to defeat. ............

Juventus vs Atalanta

Juventus’ humiliating 4-0 home defeat to Atalanta was a defining moment in their season, sealing Thiago Motta’s fate. ............

 

Juventus vs Empoli (Coppa Italia)

Juventus’ Coppa Italia elimination at the hands of Empoli stands out as one of the most painful moments of the season. ............

 

Juventus vs Venezia

A 2-2 draw against Venezia was another frustrating result, particularly because Juventus had initially taken the lead. ............

 

Lecce vs Juventus

Juventus’ inability to close out matches was again evident in their 1-1 draw against Lecce. Conceding an equaliser in the 93rd minute not only cost them valuable points but also reinforced the perception that this Juve side cannot be relied upon to see out victories. ............

 

Juventus vs Parma

Juventus’ 2-2 draw with Parma was yet another match in which they failed to impose themselves. From the 49th minute onwards, the score remained level, yet despite having over 40 minutes to find a winner, the Bianconeri were unable to break the deadlock. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/the-most-embarrassing-juventus-results-under-thiago-motta/

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Preview: Juventus vs. Genoa - prediction, team news, lineups

 

 

Fallen giants Juventus start the post-Thiago Motta era on Saturday evening, when they welcome Genoa to Turin.

 

The Bianconeri's board finally acted to remove their coach after successive Serie A humblings, and trusted hand Igor Tudor will try to revive an ailing top-four challenge.

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Match preview

After suffering an historic home defeat - losing 4-0 to Atalanta BC - Juventus then sunk further into crisis just before the international break, with a 3-0 reverse against Fiorentina at Stadio Franchi. ............

 

Igor Tudor - who won two Scudetti as a player with Juventus - was subsequently appointed interim head coach, having previously managed Hellas Verona and Lazio in Italy's top flight.

 

Also an assistant at the Allianz Stadium during Andrea Pirlo's ill-fated reign, Tudor has penned a deal until the end of this season, with an option to extend it by a further 12 months. ............

 

Another failure this week would be unthinkable, as Juve have not lost a Serie A home game to Genoa for 34 years; since then, they have posted 15 wins and five draws. ............

Team News

Igor Tudor has confirmed Manuel Locatelli as his Juventus captain, while the Croatian coach has spoken positively about Dusan Vlahovic, who had been out of favour at the tail-end of Thiago Motta's tenure.

 

The latter would therefore be paired with Randal Kolo Muani if Tudor opts for a 3-5-2 formation, though a 3-4-2-1 setup might be more likely. After scoring five goals in his first three matches for the club, Kolo Muani has not found the net in eight subsequent appearances totalling 622 minutes, so he could make way.

 

Juve are still without a trio of long-term absentees - Bremer, Juan Cabal and Arkadiusz Milik - while Andrea Cambiaso and Douglas Luiz are both doubts following a prolonged spell of fitness issues. ............

 

 

Juventus possible starting lineup:
Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Veiga; Weah, Locatelli, Thuram, Savona; Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic

 

Genoa possible starting lineup:
Leali; Sabelli, De Winter, Vasquez, Matturro; Badelj, Frendrup; Zanoli, Malinovskyi, Miretti; Pinamonti

 

We say: Juventus 2-1 Genoa

A change of coach - and formation - should refresh Juventus at this crucial stage of the season, with their Champions League dreams on the line between now and May.

 

While Genoa are tough to beat on home soil, they tend to struggle more on the road and might end up empty-handed.

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Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/juventus/preview/preview-juventus-vs-genoa-prediction-team-news-lineups_568837.html

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Serie A Preview: Juventus vs Genoa

 

 

Thiago Motta is no longer in charge of the club. Despite joining Juventus after a sterling season at the helm of Bologna last summer, the 42-year-old failed to meet expectations in Turin. ............

 

Former Juventus defender Igor Tudor returned to his old stomping ground in a different capacity, signing a short-term deal until the end of the season. The Croatian tactician will try to earn a permanent deal by steering the fallen giants to a sought-after top-four finish in Serie A. ............

Match Preview

Juventus

 

Atalanta and Fiorentina have condemned Juventus to a first set of consecutive 3+ goal margin defeats in Serie A for only the third time in club history. Furthermore, the former inflicted Juve’s first home league defeat this season (W7, D7) and possibly opened the floodgates heading into an intense season finale.

 

Juventus had become synonymous with stalemates during Motta’s torrid regime, drawing a league-high 13 matches. Tudor must find a cure for this disease to get the Bianconeri back on track amid a rotten patch, with the home side suffering four defeats across their last six games in all competitions (W2).

 

However, it’s not all doom and gloom for Juventus. Before Atalanta’s thumping victory in Turin, they had won four successive home league encounters, including three via multi-goal margins. On top of that, they’ve been ruthless in this type of contest.

 

For perspective, a commanding 3-0 win in this season’s reverse fixture against Genoa forms part of Juventus’ imperious 15-game unbeaten run against Serie A teams starting this round in the lower reaches (W9, D6). ............

Team News

Long-term Juventus absentees Arkadiusz Milik, Juan Cabal, and Gleison Bremer remain unavailable for selection. Moreover, this clash comes too soon for Andrea Cambiaso and Douglas Luiz as Lloyd Kelly looks set to cover the void on the left flank. ............

 

Juventus vs Genoa Potential Starting Line-ups

Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Weah, Kalulu, Veiga, Kelly; Thuram, Locatelli; McKennie, Koopmeiners, Gonzalez; Kolo Muani.

 

Genoa (4-2-3-1): Leali; Sabelli, De Winter, Johan Vasquez, Caricol; Masini, Frendrup; Zanoli, Malinovskiy, Miretti; Pinamonti.

Juventus vs Genoa Prediction

Home fans will expect a ‘new manager bounce’ can restore some joy at the Allianz Stadium. Anything other than three points would significantly derail Juventus’ top-four chances, but they should navigate this challenge under Tudor’s iron fist.

 

Prediction: Juventus to Win

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Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/serie-a-preview-juventus-vs-genoa-team-news-line-ups-prediction/

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Tardelli: Tudor will rely on duo ‘abandoned by Motta’ but Juventus ‘blind’

 

 

Italy and Juventus legend Marco Tardelli believes Igor Tudor will rely on Dusan Vlahovic and Kenan Yildiz, who were ‘abandoned’ by Thiago Motta, but insists the Bianconeri had been ‘blind’ and ‘uninterested’ in what happened in the dressing room for too long. ............

 

“He’s determined to take the opportunity to stay at Juventus, betting on Vlahovic and Yildiz, two players abandoned by Motta,” Tardelli wrote in his column. ............

 

Vlahovic is the best Juventus scorer this season, but has only played 455 minutes of football in 2025, starting just four times, twice when his teammate Randal Kolo Muani was unavailable. ............

 

“Tudor knows the environment, having been there as a player and coach. He knows what the fans expect from the team and the club.” ............

 

Tardelli also sees responsibility within the club: “They’ve been blind and uninterested in what was happening around them for too long,” he argued. ............

 

“I wonder why Giuntoli, a former footballer who knows locker rooms well, didn’t sense what was happening, especially considering that he had acted somewhat impulsively in other situations.”

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/tudor-rely-duo-abandoned-motta-juventus-blind/

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Injured Juventus duo won’t return for Genoa clash

 

 

New Juventus head coach Igor Tudor has reportedly made up his mind regarding calling up Andrea Cambiaso and Douglas Luiz for the upcoming contest against Genoa. ............

 

The Italian full-back and the Brazilian midfielder have been training separately and were hoping to make their return to contention, but it appears that Tudor and his staff aren’t willing to take any risks on this front, especially given the two players’ injury record this season. ............

 

Luiz has been struggling with recurring muscle problems this term. He also suffered a couple of relapses after returning from spells on the sidelines. ............

 

As for Cambiaso, he has been on and off in recent months due to a recurring ankle injury. ............

 

The former Genoa man is arguably Juve’s most reliable wingback/fullback, so it remains to be seen how Tudor is planning to replace him this weekend.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-cambiaso-douglas-luiz-genoa-clash/

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Juventus vs Genoa: Preview and Prediction

 

 

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Igor Tudor has been installed as the new manager at Juventus, and the former Marseille and Lazio boss will hope to kick-start his reign with a win on home soil as they host Genoa. In terms of the top four race, the Bianconeri are only a point shy of fourth-placed Bologna, as a good run of games will ensure they can finish in Champions League places, which until two weeks ago looked like theirs to lose. ............

 

Vieira might want to prove a point against one of the biggest teams in the country, as Genoa have not beaten Juventus in 34 years heading into this fixture on Saturday.

Team News & Tactics

Juventus

Igor Tudor will bring about his style on the pitch, which does point towards a move back to a back three. The new Juventus boss has also named Manuel Locatelli as his new captain while speaking positively about striker Dusan Vlahovic, so the duo might be in line for starts against Genoa.

 

Among those out injured, there are no surprises in the list, although Douglas Luiz and Francisco Conceicao are the absentees that will come back sooner rather than later. The shape that Tudor might prefer could look like a 3-4-2-1, with Vlahovic leading the line.

 

There are some issues in the attacking third for Juventus, where striker Randal Kolo Muani, after a blistering start that saw him score five times in three games has failed to do so again in the subsequent eight games. The other problem is with the form of Teun Koopmeiners, and based on style, the Dutchman could pip Kolo Muani for a spot in the attacking setup.

 

Timothy Weah and Weston McKennie will start as the wing-backs, with Khephren Thuram and Manuel Locatelli stationed in the central midfield unit. At the back, Renato Veiga, Federico Gatti and Piere Kalulu are set to start in that back three for Juventus.

 

Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti, Veiga; Weah, Locatelli, Thuram, McKennie; Yildiz, Koopmeiners; Vlahovic

Genoa

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Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Leali; Sabelli, De Winter, Vasquez, Matturo; Masini, Frendrup; Zanoli, Malinovskyi, Miretti; Pinamonti

Key Stats

• Juventus are undefeated in their last 19 home matches against Genoa in all competitions.
• Juventus are with fewest league wins at this stage of any campaign since 2011.
• Genoa have not beaten Juventus in the last 34 years.
• Genoa are yet to win an away league game in 2025.

Player to Watch

Dusan Vlahovic

The Serbian striker may be one of the players that benefit from Thiago Motta’s dismissal, with the former Juventus boss barely trusting him in the latter stages of his reign at the club. The Serb has further benefitted from the lack of goals from Randal Kolo Muani in the last eight games, which has coincided with the club’s dismal form across all formats.

 

Either way, Vlahovic might begin Igor Tudor’s reign as his starting centre-forward, and these games like the ones against Genoa might be a big chance for him to prove his worth. ............

 

Prediction

Juventus 2-1 Genoa

Genoa are in a comfortable mid-table position heading to this clash in Turin, as they are barely under any pressure to win. Hence, Patrick Vieira might have his players attack the ball without fear, although it is the Juventus defensive setup that might prove worthy in this clash.

 

Juventus, on the other hand, are under massive pressure to finish in the top four at the very least. This element alone could see the Bianconeri rush for three points, and with fresh ideas from a new manager, they might just get a narrow win to kickstart Igor Tudor’s reign on a high note.

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Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/03/28/juventus-vs-genoa-preview-and-prediction-2/