JUVENTUS SEASON 2024-2025

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Juventus player ratings v Genoa – Yildiz grabs the highest rating

 

 

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Di Gregorio – 6
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Gatti – 6.o
Solid and reliable until forced off due to injury after a vital defensive intervention. His absence was felt, but his contribution before exiting was commendable.

Veiga – 6.5
Positioned well during build-up play and brought a touch of creativity to Juventus’ midfield. His presence helped maintain control in key moments.

Kelly – 5.5
An inconsistent display.  ............

Gonzalez – 6.0
A tale of two halves for the winger. He was dynamic and threatening in the first half but faded physically after the break.

Locatelli – 7.0
A midfield rock who consistently broke up Genoa’s attacks and shielded the defence effectively. His positioning was key during tense moments.

Thuram – 6.5
Started quietly but grew into the game with decisive contributions in the second half. His ability to drive forward added much-needed momentum.

McKennie – 6
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Koopmeiners – 5
Struggled throughout, failing to impose himself on the game. His substitution reflected his disappointing performance.

Yildiz – 7.5
The star of the show. His goal was a moment of brilliance, showcasing his technical skill and composure under pressure.

Vlahovic – 5
As usual, he worked hard but he failed to make a significant impact offensively.

Substitutes

Kalulu – 6 

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Conceicao – 6 

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Weah -NA 

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Juventus 1 - Genoa 0: Initial reaction and random observations

 

 

Considering Igor Tudor had as many training sessions with his new Juventus squad as I have fingers on my right hand enter Saturday evening’s matchup against Genoa, it was hardly any sort of certainty what the Bianconeri would produce under their new manager. ............

A moment of Kenan Yildiz magic midway through the first half proved to be the difference on the scoreboard and Juventus captured a 1-0 win over Genoa at the Allianz Stadium in Tudor’s managerial debut. A team that looked completely listless in losses to Atalanta and Fiorentina by a combined 7-0 scoreline heading into the international break looked so much more organized despite having less than a week’s worth of training sessions with their new manager. And, most importantly, they showed the fight to keep a Genoa side that had collected nearly as many points since as Juventus since their late-November managerial change to next to nothing — and it resulted in that same Bianconeri squad that had so many holes defensively just a few weeks ago recording their first shutout since March 3. ............ 

 

With Bologna winning Saturday, Juventus just needed to keep pace. But with so much change happening at Juventus over the course of the last week, how they would come out in Tudor’s first game was the biggest question. The formation looked much like we thought it would, with Tudor rolling out his customary 3-4-2-1 and players that were both played out of position by Motta or simply out of favor with the now-former Juve manager better utilized by the former Bianconeri defender.

 

Nico Gonzalez, was no longer on the left wing. Dusan Vlahovic was actually in the starting lineup. Kenan Yildiz was back on the left and playing behind Vlahovic.

 

It just made more sense rather than thinking to yourself “Why is Motta doing this ... again?” ............

 

But you just had the feeling as Saturday’s proceedings played out that this Juventus team was just in a better place compared to the last time they played at the Allianz.

 

For all of the things that we’re hoping Tudor can try and clean up, they limited Genoa to just 0.27 xG and Michele Di Gregorio wasn’t even forced into much of anything difficult in terms of saves he had to make. Five of Genoa’s nine shots on the day were from outside of the box, and when things were on target it’s not like they really challenged Di Gregorio — which, when you consider this is the first time Juve’s played a back three this season, is a pretty positive development regardless of how much this visitors have sometimes struggled to score goals this season. ............

RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS

• The lines of the coaching box on the Juventus sidelines mean absolutely nothing to Igor Tudor. It felt like almost every time he showed up at the bottom of a camera shot — especially as the second half went on — Tudor was routinely nowhere close to the edge of the box, even sometimes on the field. It made me laugh. ............
• Tactically, there were some cool things to see from Tudor against Genoa.
• Like we figured, in attack it was 3-4-2-1 and in defense it was basically 5-3-2. The twist on it was sometimes how high Teun Koopmeiners was playing next to Vlahovic. Sure, Koopmeiners didn’t have a great game, but you can clearly see that Tudor is trying things in attempt to get the Dutchman going again. We’ll see how that goes over the next few weeks.
• Seeing Gonzalez come alive as a wingback on the right wing was not exactly something I had on my bingo card entering this one. ............
• The Juve player with the third-most amount of touches? Mr. Kenan Yildiz with 70. I can definitely support that as we go forward here under Tudor. More of that, please. ............
• Vlahovic attempted 10 passes against Genoa. He completed five of them. That ain’t great.
• Francisco Conceição also attempted 10 passes. He completed seven of them. Conceição came on with 25 minutes to go.
• I have no idea how Khephren Thuram had enough energy left in his body to make that kind of run in the 92nd minute and not absolutely pass out afterward. Maybe he was inspired by his dad’s outfit. Who knows really. ............
• In closing, I just wanna let Igor know that it’s nice to see him back in Turin and I hope this goes well. No matter how you win, I just hope you keep winning. That would be nice.

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“Juve is back” – Tacchinardi thrilled with Tudor debut, lauds ‘spectacular’ defender

 

 

Former Juventus star Alessio Tacchinardi was delighted by the club’s first outing under the guidance of his former teammate Igor Tudor. ............

Tudor started on the right note, guiding the club towards a 1-0 win over Genoa in front of the crowds at the Allianz Stadium. ............

 

Tacchinardi wasn’t afraid to declare Juve’s ‘return’.

 

“Juve is back! It was a very difficult, very complicated match. There was tension, the managerial change, a new formation, and Bologna who had won their match,” noted the retired midfielder. ............

 

“Genoa had put all the teams in difficulty. I liked what I saw from Juventus. It was a hard-working Juve, who got their hands dirty, a Juve that ran and fought, who helped each other every time there was a mistake.

 

“Applause, thumbs up, all together fighting and battling together, until the last second.” ............

 

“I finally saw the vertical, fast and ferocious plays, a monstrous Yildiz, a crazy Thuram, I liked Locatelli a lot. Then my idol is Renato Veiga because he is spectacular.

 

“But Igor, in a short time, has made an important impact. We will certainly have to grow, improve our physical condition because they went man-to-man to press from all parts of the pitch, and it is not easy if you are not in great physical condition. But well done, Igor! Great start.”

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juve-is-back-tacchinardi-thrilled-with-tudor-debut-lauds-renato-veiga/

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Two important Juventus stars still did not train with the team today

 

 

Juventus are in urgent need of their injured players returning to full fitness as they prepare for a crucial Serie A clash against AS Roma. Igor Tudor, who secured a victory in his first match as Juventus manager against Genoa, will be eager to maintain that momentum. However, facing Roma presents a far tougher challenge, and he will want his strongest squad available.

 

Two key Juventus players, Andrea Cambiaso and Douglas Luiz, have been sidelined with injuries for several weeks. ............ Juventus have remained optimistic about their recovery, but their latest training sessions suggest a different reality.

 

Cambiaso and Luiz were once again training alone in the most recent session, indicating they are still not ready to return to full team training. This development is a significant blow for Juventus, given how vital both players are to the team’s structure and tactical setup. With less than a week remaining before they face Roma, the club now face a race against time to determine whether either player can recover in time. ............

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Juventus will not want to rush them back prematurely, as doing so could risk aggravating their injuries. However, given the importance of the Roma fixture, they will be closely monitored in the coming days to assess whether they can be included in the squad. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-important-juventus-stars-still-did-not-train-with-the-team-today/

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Teotino gives his analysis of Juventus first match under Tudor

 

 

Igor Tudor has made a positive start to his tenure as Juventus manager, with his team securing a victory against Genoa at the weekend. The win will undoubtedly provide him with confidence and allow him some breathing room to work on improving the squad over the coming weeks. ............

 

As such, Juventus’ victory, while welcome, is not necessarily a sign that all their issues have been resolved. The real test will come in the upcoming fixtures, particularly against tougher opposition, where Tudor’s tactical approach and squad management will be put under greater scrutiny.

 

Juventus’ immediate focus will be on maintaining consistency and collecting as many points as possible in the coming weeks. The team must show clear signs of progress under Tudor, particularly in areas where they have struggled this season. ............

 

Assessing the team’s performance in Tudor’s debut match, Gianfranco Teotino provided his thoughts on the changes observed:

 

“Some differences compared to the last few outings were seen, even if there were no substantial improvements.

 

“In general, Juve suffered little, perhaps also thanks to the three-man defence, on the other hand, we saw a more difficult ball management and consequently less control of the game.” ............

 

The coming weeks will be crucial for Juventus as they look to refine their playing style and gain momentum under their new manager. Tudor has made a solid start, but tougher challenges lie ahead, and Juventus must continue working to become a more cohesive and competitive unit.

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-gives-his-analysis-of-juventus-first-match-under-tudor/

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The Roma game will reveal more about Tudor than the Genoa match

 

 

Igor Tudor’s first game as Juventus manager was against Genoa, and his team secured a satisfying victory, marking an easy introduction to the role.

 

However, even Tudor would admit that he is unlikely to encounter a more straightforward game than that, with tougher challenges almost certainly lying ahead. ............

 

Tudor faces a difficult task in his pursuit of overtaking Bologna and leading the team back into the top four this season. Aware of the challenges, he will aim for consecutive wins, starting with a crucial match against Roma, who are just three points behind the Bianconeri. ............

 

Bologna, Juventus, AS Roma, Lazio, and Fiorentina are all in contention for fourth place, which adds extra significance to the clash between Juventus and Roma.

 

While Genoa sits mid-table, neither in danger of relegation nor competing for European spots, Roma is determined to secure a return to the Champions League next season. ............

 

Roma will test Juventus in ways that Genoa did not, and Tudor will likely be aware of this.

 

He will need to devise a different game plan to tackle a stronger opponent, but Juventus must also be prepared to adapt if Roma changes their approach.

 

Claudio Ranieri is one of the most accomplished tacticians in Italian football, and this game is expected to be highly tactical.

 

Tudor will face a challenge against an experienced manager if his strategy falters, but he has players capable of causing Roma all kinds of problems.

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“Big flaw” Massimo Pavan sends a warning to Juventus about AS Roma

 

 

Juventus’ next challenge will be against AS Roma, with Igor Tudor aiming to secure his second consecutive victory since taking charge. Following a narrow 1-0 win over Genoa in his debut match, Tudor and his squad are well aware that Roma pose a significantly tougher challenge.

 

This fixture is crucial for both teams as they continue their late push to secure a top-four finish in Serie A. The Bianconeri are determined to claim all three points, but Roma, under the experienced leadership of Claudio Ranieri, are equally motivated to strengthen their position in the league. Given the high stakes, this match is expected to be a fiercely contested encounter. ............

 

Football analyst Massimo Pavan has highlighted this tactical battle, cautioning Juventus against losing possession in dangerous areas. He stated:

 

“You must not lose the ball when coming out, this has been the big flaw of the last matches.”

 

Pavan’s warning reflects the concerns surrounding Juventus’ recent performances, where moments of carelessness in possession have led to vulnerabilities. Against a team like Roma, which thrives on quick transitions and counter-attacks, any lapse in concentration could prove costly. Juventus will need to maintain discipline, particularly in midfield, to avoid gifting Roma opportunities to capitalise on turnovers.

 

The upcoming clash represents a significant test for Juventus and their players must be at their best to secure a positive result. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/big-flaw-massimo-pavan-sends-a-warning-to-juventus-about-as-roma/