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Serie A Preview: Como vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia sets the stage for Como’s first home game against Juventus in Serie A since February 2003. The first top-flight meeting between the sides in over two decades in August didn’t end well for Cesc Fabregas’ team. ............ Juventus pulled off a scintillating comeback to dismantle bottom-half Empoli 4-1 at home last weekend. Winter addition Randal Kolo Muani bagged a brace on his home debut for the Bianconeri to initiate the turnaround before Dusan Vlahovic and Francisco Conceicao sealed the Azzurri’s fate. However, there’s no time for celebration as Juventus commence this round two points adrift of fourth-placed Fiorentina after blowing hot and cold across their last four league outings (W2, D1, L1). With a Champions League playoff tie against PSV Eindhoven waiting around the corner, Thiago Motta would probably appreciate a positive result in Lombardy. Match Preview Como ............ Juventus Another win after the abovementioned rout of Empoli would temporarily lift Juventus into Serie A’s top four. More importantly, it would be the ultimate confidence booster ahead of their Champions League showdown against PSV, whom they already defeated 3-1 this season. Winning in succession has eluded Juventus, though. Their last set of back-to-back league victories dates back to early November. That lack of consistency has been an issue for Motta’s team, even though they have only lost once in Serie A this season. But that defeat came on their last league road trip as they squandered a halftime lead in a dismal 2-1 loss at Napoli. Without a win in four consecutive away matches (D3, L1), Juventus take this trip to defy their notorious reputation as ‘stalemate specialists.’ Seven draws from their last nine away matches in all competitions have cemented that status (W1, L1), causing plenty of frustration among the Bianconeri faithful. Moreover, Juventus’ defense has capitulated in five Serie A away games in a row for the first time since May 2022. Team News Juventus will enter this clash without long-term absentees Gleison Bremer, Juan Cabal, and Arkadiusz Milik. Milan loanee Pierre Kalulu has recently joined this list, meaning new boy Lloyd Kelly could be in for his Serie A debut after arriving from Newcastle United. Como vs Juventus Potential Starting Line-ups Como (4-2-3-1): Butez; Engelhardt, Goldaniga, Dossena, Valle; Perrone, Caqueret; Strefezza, Paz, Diao; Cutrone. Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, McKennie; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani. Como vs Juventus Prediction Juventus must rediscover their defensive resilience to increase their chances of taking three points after scoring one goal or fewer on eight of their last nine competitive travels. Patience could be the key, given that only Parma (15) have conceded more second-half goals in Serie A this season than Como’s 14. Needless to say, we back the visitors for the win. Prediction: Juventus to Win . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/serie-a-preview-como-vs-juventus-team-news-line-ups-prediction/

Como vs. Juventus match preview Let’s go back to Aug. 19, 2024. Juventus, with their new manager in toe, opened up the 2024-25 season with a bang, beating one of Serie A’s newest clubs, Como, at the Allianz Stadium. It was the first competitive fixture for this new-look Juve side with so much change taking place over the summer — and with even more players coming and going before the transfer window came to a close. That was 5 1⁄2 months ago when the vibes were good — maybe even considered “very good” after a win like the Bianconeri put forward against Como. The vibes as we sit here in February are very much not like what they were during the opening weekend of the new season and the Motta era. But, as Juve are trying to at least attempt to get the vibes going in a positive direction again. ............ But here’s the “funny” thing about this little game of ours: Juventus and Como have the same amount of wins in the new year. That’s not what you would expect from a team that is competing for a place in the top four when being compared to a team sitting just outside the relegation zone. The catch is that ever since Juventus beat Como to open the 2024-25 season and then Hellas Verona by the same 3-0 scoreline, the amount of times Motta’s squad have won back-to-back games since then has been stuck on only one for months now. ............ Let’s just hope that Juventus can add to it against a team that, despite all of their struggles, have collected 15 of their 22 points on the season on their home turf. Let’s just not go ahead and talk about what Juve did the last time they played away from home, OK? That just doesn’t feel like a time that any of us would like to remember. TEAM NEWS As expected, Thiago Motta said at his pre-match press conference that both Andrea Cambiaso and Pierre Kalulu will miss the trip to Como due to injury. The other injury absences are the trio of long-term injuries: Gleison Bremer, Juan Cabal and Arek Milik, who has reportedly returned to his native Poland to undergo further treatment with a return date still very much completely unknown. All four January signings — Randal Kolo Muani, Renato Veiga, Lloyd Kelly and Alberto Costa — have been called up for the trip to Como. ............ JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH The last two times Juve have faced Serie A opposition, a January signing has been thrust into the starting lineup and made his club debut in interesting circumstances. That probably won’t be the case once again Friday night, but one of those previous debutants will hopefully be a little less unsettled when things kickoff against Como. Renato Veiga is expected to start alongside Federico Gatti for the second straight game — a sign that Motta isn’t necessarily needing to rush another winter signing into the lineup amidst a depth crunch that has been a constant theme for months. It’s also important if Veiga does indeed become Motta’s choice over the next few weeks to be Gatti’s partner in the center of defense, that the duo of rather large gentlemen continue to develop some some sort of rapport. ............ Veiga’s first Juventus appearance was very much what you would expect to start things out — he was clearly nervous, clearly not on the same page with Gatti at times and an overall shaky package. The good thing is that as time went on, Veiga settled in and played pretty well when it was all said in done. During a time in which Juventus’ defense has seen players not named Gatti consistently played out of position, having some semblance of normalcy will be critical. ............ MATCH INFO When: Friday, Feb. 7, 2025. Where: Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, Como, Italy. Official kickoff time: 8:45 p.m. in Italy and the Central European time zone, 7:45 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 2:45 p.m. Eastern time, 11:45 a.m. Pacific time. . Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/2025/2/7/24359743/como-juvenuts-2025-serie-a-matchday-24-preview-team-news-schedule-how-to-watch

Serie A| Como v Juventus: Match Preview As the Serie A season enters its critical phase, Como and Juventus are set to face off in a match that holds significant implications for both sides. The fixture, scheduled for Friday evening at Stadio Sinigaglia, pits a team fighting for survival against one aiming to secure a Champions League spot. Juventus, currently sitting just outside the top four, arrive in Como with renewed confidence following their emphatic 4-1 victory over Empoli last weekend. The win, which featured a brace from new signing Randal Kolo Muani, ended a brief spell of poor form for the Bianconeri. Manager Thiago Motta will be eager to see his team build on this performance and secure consecutive league wins for the first time since November. ............ Juventus’ historical dominance over Como adds another layer of confidence to their approach. The Turin giants are unbeaten in their last 22 Serie A encounters against the Lariani, with Como’s last victory dating back to January 1952. This impressive record, combined with their recent return to winning ways, makes Juventus the favourites heading into the match. ............ For Juventus, all eyes will be on Randal Kolo Muani, who has made an immediate impact since joining the club. The French striker has scored three goals in his first two Serie A appearances and could become the first Juventus player this century to score in his opening three league games. ............ Team News Juventus continue to grapple with injuries, with Pierre Kalulu, Bremer, Juan Cabal, and Arkadiusz Milik all sidelined. Recent signing Renato Veiga could retain his place in defense after making his debut last weekend. The return of Lloyd Kelly from injury provides Motta with additional defensive options. ............ Expected Starting XIs Como: Butez; Engelhardt, Goldaniga, Dossena, Valle; Perrone, Caqueret; Strefezza, Paz, Diao; Cutrone Juventus: Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, McKennie; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Match Prediction While Como have shown they can be formidable at home, Juventus’ quality and the need for points to secure a top-four finish should see them through. The Old Lady’s defensive solidity, combined with their newfound attacking potency, is likely to prove too much for Como’s still-gelling squad. Prediction: Como 1-2 Juventus . Read more -> https://www.footitalia.com/serie-a-como-v-juventus-match-preview/

Romeo Agresti offers insights on Juventus chances of keeping Kolo Muani Following the sensational start to his Serie A experience, Juventus fans are hoping the club can find a way to keep Randal Kolo Muani beyond the current campaign. ............ The Juventus insider notes that the relationship between the Serie A giants and PSG has certainly improved in recent months after taking a massive hit in the aftermath of the infamous Super League announcement. The departure of former Juventus president Andrea Agnelli certainly played a key role in the reconciliation. But while this factor could lend the Old Lady a hand, it won’t be sufficient on its own, as Juve must still find an economic agreement that pleases the Ligue 1 champions. It should also be noted that the Italians don’t have an option to sign the striker, so from a legal perspective, they find themselves in a similar situation to any other suitor. ............ The striker cost PSG 95 million euros in the summer of 2023, so they could be seeking a transfer fee in the region of 50 million to avoid a capital loss. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/romeo-agresti-offers-insights-on-juventus-chances-of-keeping-kolo-muani/

Juventus have already booked a defender for the summer Despite failing to secure the player’s services in January, Juventus reportedly have an agreement in hand with Feyenoord for David Hancko. The 27-year-old was arguably the first name on Cristiano Giuntoli’s list in January. ............ However, the stubborn Dutch giants refused to break apart with the Slovakian in the middle of the campaign. Juventus also launched a late onslaught for Hancko in the final days of the winter transfer session, but to no avail. The source claims Milan delivered the final blow for the Old Lady’s hopes of signing the defender by buying Santiago Gimenez. Hence, Feyenoord were never going to sanction the departures of their two top stars in the middle of the season. ............ Nevertheless, the report insists that the Serie A giants have already booked Hancko for next season. The two clubs have an agreement in principle that would see the centre-back move to Turin for circa 22 million euros. Juventus have also reached an accord with the player’s entourage a while ago. The Slovakia international would pen a five-year deal that includes a net salary of 2.5 million euros. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/report-juventus-have-already-booked-a-defender-for-the-summer/

Preview: Como vs. Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups Seeking consecutive league wins for the first time since November, Juventus visit Serie A strugglers Como on Friday evening. Juve head for Stadio Sinigaglia after overcoming a calamitous start to beat Empoli last time out, while their hosts have just suffered back-to-back defeats. Match preview Having previously lost to Napoli in Serie A and then Benfica in their final Champions League fixture, Juventus endured a dismal opening 15 minutes in last week's home game against an ailing Empoli side. ............ The Bianconeri can therefore register successive league victories for the first time in almost three months if they win on Friday, when three points would take them back above Lazio and into fourth place. Due to an enormous number of draws, Thiago Motta's men have still won only nine of 23 top-flight matches this season, so their minimum objective of achieving Champions League qualification remains very much in the balance. For that reason, only three points will do at Stadio Sinigaglia, where Juve aim to extend a 22-game unbeaten streak against Como in Serie A. ............ Team News As first-choice centre-back Pierre Kalulu is sidelined by a muscular injury, January signing Renato Veiga made his Juventus debut last weekend, and the Chelsea loanee could continue to fill in on Friday evening. Kalulu again joins long-term absentees Bremer, Juan Cabal and Arkadiusz Milik on the sidelines, and Andrea Cambiaso is still struggling with an ankle issue, but new boy Lloyd Kelly should be available after joining from Newcastle United. Thiago Motta's main selection quandary regards his lone striker: top scorer Dusan Vlahovic has been benched of late but was sent on in the second half of last week's win and played alongside Randal Kolo Muani, netting his first league goal of 2025. Kolo Muani - with three goals in two games so far - could become the first Juve player this century to score in his first three Serie A appearances. ............ Como possible starting lineup: Butez; Engelhardt, Goldaniga, Dossena, Valle; Perrone, Caqueret; Strefezza, Paz, Diao; Cutrone Juventus possible starting lineup: Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, McKennie; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani We say: Como 1-2 Juventus While Como have the talent to defy Juventus on home turf, they are still bedding in several players and may find their leaky defence exploited again. Recent events aside, Juve are notoriously tough to beat, so they can win by one and move back into Serie A's top four. . Read more -> https://www.sportsmole.co.uk/football/como/preview/preview-como-vs-juventus-prediction-team-news-lineups_564867.html

Will Thiago Motta start Kolo Muani and Dusan Vlahovic against Como? In the closing stages of Juventus’ match against Empoli, Thiago Motta made an intriguing tactical decision by bringing on Dusan Vlahovic while keeping Randal Kolo Muani on the pitch. This resulted in both strikers playing together, with Muani shifting to the left while Vlahovic occupied the central role—his natural position and the one he thrives in the most. Many Juventus fans have long speculated whether the two forwards could be deployed in the same starting lineup. Their brief time together against Empoli offered a glimpse of what that partnership might look like. ............ Juventus’ upcoming match against Como is crucial, and the Bianconeri must field their strongest possible XI against Cesc Fabregas’ side. Muani will be eager to maintain his fine run of form, while Vlahovic is in excellent physical condition and will want to build on his recent goal. The big question is whether both strikers can start together from the first whistle. This scenario remains highly unlikely, as Motta’s system does not typically accommodate two central strikers. The manager favours a setup that requires just one focal point in attack, and he is unlikely to sacrifice key players like Teun Koopmeiners, Kenan Yildiz, or Nicolas Gonzalez to accommodate both forwards. While Juve supporters may be curious to see how a Muani-Vlahovic partnership develops, Motta has consistently shown that he prioritises tactical structure over individual names. His system has already yielded promising results, and it is clear that he will continue to select players based on their suitability rather than their reputation. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/will-thiago-motta-start-kolo-muani-and-dusan-vlahovic-against-como/

Como vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction Fifth-placed Juventus will be looking to secure consecutive wins in Serie A for the first time since November when they square up against Como, who are fighting for survival in the Italian top flight. The home team are 15th on the points table with 22 points in their 23 outings. ............ The visitors have accumulated 40 points in their 23 outings. While the Bianconeri have not been at their best, they were unbeaten in the league before they squared up against Napoli towards the end of January. Juventus suffered another defeat at the hands of SL Benfica in the UEFA Champions League. However, Thiago Motta’s men bounced back with a 4-1 win over Empoli, and they will be confident of getting the job done against Como. Team News & Tactics Como ............ Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Butez; Engelhardt, Goldaniga, Dossena, Valle; Perrone, Caqueret; Strefezza, Paz, Diao; Cutrone Juventus The visitors will be without the services of Pierre Kalulu, Bremer, Juan Cabal, Arkadiusz Milik and Andrea Cambiaso. Thiago Motta’s team will line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, where Michele Di Gregorio should be in goal. Winter signing Renato Veiga will continue in the heart of the defence alongside Federico Gatti. Nicolo Savona will be the right-back, while Weston McKennie could slot in at left-back for this outing. In the centre of the park, Manuel Locatelli should partner with Khephren Thuram. They will look to shield the backline and control the tempo of the game. Teun Koopmeiners could feature in the no. 10 role, with Nicolas Gonzalez and Kenan Yıldız on the flanks providing much-needed width to their attacks. Randal Kolo Muani, who joined Juventus this past winter from PSG, should continue to lead the line against Como. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, McKennie; Locatelli, Thuram; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani Key Stats Juventus have the opportunity to secure back-to-back wins in the league for the first time in three months. Nico Paz has scored in each of Como’s last four home games. Since getting promoted to the Italian top flight, Como have only lost four home games. Cesc Fabregas’s team have failed to win any of their last ten home matches against Juventus. The Old Lady last lost to the home team back in January 1952. Player to Watch Kenan Yildiz The 19-year-old Turkish international is certainly enjoying the opportunities he has been handed by Thiago Motta. The youngster has already racked up over 2,300 minutes in his 33 outings so far, and he has contributed towards 11 goals. Having failed to make any significant contribution in their last four league games, Yildiz will be eager to get on the scoresheet. Prediction Como 0-2 Juventus Juventus might not have been at their best this season, but they still have enough quality in their ranks to go past a team that is fighting for survival. The Old Lady should be able to make it consecutive wins in Serie A. The home team will try to put up a strong fight, but their recent form suggests they won’t be able to cause an upset here. The Hard Tackle predicts a 2-0 win for the away team. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/02/07/como-vs-juventus-preview-and-prediction/

Trevisani has low hopes for new Juventus signing: “I see him as a benchwarmer” Italian journalist Riccardo Trevisani doesn’t expect Lloyd Kelly to become a protagonist at the back for Juventus. ............ Last summer, he signed for Newcastle on a free transfer, but has been a backup choice at Eddie Howe’s court. Therefore, Trevisani expects the central defender to suffer the same fate in Turin. He believes the Bristol native has similar physical characteristics to Federico Gatti, and he’s unlikely to upstage the Italy international. “In Kelly, I see a benchwarmer, certainly not a future starter for Juve, at least not for the Juve that we imagine,” said the pundit during his appearance on Cronache di Spogliatoio. “Numerically, they needed to beef up a department that was depleted. I don’t know how many games he’ll play because if someone with those characteristics must be on the pitch, then it will be Gatti.” But regardless of how much playing time he’ll collect between now and the end of the season, Kelly is likely to seal a permanent transfer to Juventus by June. As reported earlier in the day, the defender’s obligation to buy clause will be triggered once the club seals qualification to any European competition next season (the Champions League, the Europa League or the Conference League). ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/trevisani-has-low-hopes-for-new-juventus-signing-i-see-him-as-a-benchwarmer/

Former Juventus star urges Motta to find a starting eleven to stick to Thiago Motta is a manager who enjoys making tactical adjustments, as he does not want any of his players to feel entitled to a guaranteed place in the lineup. His philosophy is built on competition, ensuring that every squad member remains motivated and prepared to perform whenever called upon. Since his arrival at Juventus in the summer, the Bianconeri manager has utilised almost every player in his squad across different matches. While some individuals have featured regularly, Juventus does not have a consistently stable starting eleven like some other clubs. ............ The Bianconeri clearly need to develop a stronger connection on the pitch, and former Juventus player Massimo Bonini has urged Motta to establish a more settled team. He believes a consistent lineup would provide players with greater security and improve their overall performances, rather than leaving them in constant uncertainty about their role in the squad. Bonini said: “We should have a starting team. Partly due to injuries and partly due to choices, I haven’t seen it yet. It’s important for a player to have security. The fact of always having to be questioned or change roles doesn’t do much good.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/former-juventus-star-urges-motta-to-find-a-starting-eleven-to-stick-to/

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Juventus hellbent on extending versatile star’s contract Juventus are reportedly keen to put the signature of Weston McKennie on a new contract, even though they penned an extension earlier in the season. The 26-year-old started the campaign as an outcast who was seemingly heading towards the exit door. However, after signing a new deal, Thiago Motta immediately reinstated him in the squad, suggesting his omission was due to financial reasons rather than technical. Since then, the Texan has proven to be a key player in the manager’s plans. While he is originally a central midfielder, McKennie has been deployed in almost every other position on the field throughout the season. In addition to his main role, he also featured as an attacking midfielder, an advanced winger, an emergency striker, a right-back and a left-back. ............ While the previous renewal only pushed back the deadline from June 2025 to 2026, this time, the two parties are expected to find an agreement for a long-term collaboration. Therefore, the Turin-based newspaper claims that the Juventus directors have scheduled a meeting with the player’s agents in the next few weeks, and they’ll be hoping to find a swift breakthrough. McKennie currently earns 2.8 million euros as a net salary per year, but the new deal is expected to include a slight pay rise. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-hellbent-on-extending-versatile-stars-contract-new-meeting-schelued/

Official: Juventus release Champions League squad – New signing left out Juventus have released their squad for the Champions League knockout stages, but the list doesn’t include Alberto Costa. ............ As expected, Thiago Motta didn’t include the club’s first January signing, as Costa has been left out. According to UEFA’s regulations, a club can only register three new players in mid-season, so the Bianconeri were forced to omit one of their four winter arrivals. Excluding Randal Kolo Muani was never an option considering his status and immediate impact, while Renato Veiga and Lloyd are also needed on the list to avoid a shortage in the centre-back department. Hence, Costa was the unfortunate party in the equation. The 21-year-old right-back has yet to make his debut since joining in mid-January. On the other hand, Gleison Bremer and Juan Cabal have been included despite their ACL woes. Nevertheless, this shouldn’t be considered a sign of a near recovery. Juventus simply added the injured duo to the list because they had several vacant spots on their List A. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/official-juventus-release-champions-league-squad-new-signing-left-out/

Thiago Motta urged to change tactics to accommodate Vlahovic and Kolo Muani Outlets in Italy have suggested that Thiago Motta should try and change his Juventus tactics in order to accommodate both Dusan Vlahovic and January signing Randal Kolo Muani into his strongest starting XI. ............ Kolo Muani, meanwhile, has hit three from his first two appearances in Serie A. Though Kolo Muani has been in fine form in front of goal at the beginning of his Juventus career, but his inclusion shouldn’t come at Vlahovic’s expense. It is down to the coach, Thiago Motta, to find a way to fit both players into his strongest starting XI. There are suggestions that a striker partnership of Kolo Muani and Vlahovic could even rival Inter’s successful combination of Lautaro Martinez and Marcus Thuram. ............ For instance, Kolo Muani could potentially operate further out wide, or alternatively off the shoulder of his teammate through the middle. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/motta-juventus-change-fit-vlahovic-kolo-muani/

Gianluigi Donnarumma tips new signing to impress at Juventus Randal Kolo Muani joined Juventus in the January transfer window on loan from Paris Saint-Germain, and one of his former teammates has backed him to succeed in Turin. ............ Despite not getting many chances to prove himself at PSG, Muani built strong relationships with several players at the club, including Gianluigi Donnarumma. The Italian goalkeeper, who previously played in Serie A with AC Milan, had been teasing Muani about a move to Juventus even before the transfer was confirmed. Now, Donnarumma has expressed confidence that the 2022 World Cup finalist will thrive in Italy. ............ “He’s a great guy, and I’m very good friends with him. When the rumours about Juve started, I joked with him—I played the club’s anthem near him, and I even stuck Juve stickers on his locker. I’m really happy with how he has started. For me, he can do very well—he’s a strong striker.” Muani has already made an impressive start to life in Turin, scoring three goals in his first two games. His presence adds another dimension to Juventus’ attack, and if he continues in this form, he could play a decisive role in their push for a top-four finish. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/gianluigi-donnarumma-tips-new-signing-to-impress-at-juventus/

Why Kelly sat out the latest Juventus training session and will he play against Como? Juventus fans are excited about how Lloyd Kelly will perform in their team after he sealed a late move from Newcastle United to the Allianz Stadium. The defender had been on Juventus’ radar for a long time, and when the opportunity arose, the Bianconeri moved swiftly to secure his signature. ............ Kelly is expected to be an important player, at least until Gleison Bremer returns to full fitness. The Englishman is excited to be in Turin and is eager to contribute to the team. However, he could only watch his teammates in their latest training session, as he was not able to participate. This was due to some bureaucratic processes that need to be completed before he is officially cleared to train with the squad. ............ Despite this, Juventus have a long period to prepare for their next match against Como. The club are confident that Kelly will be available for that match, allowing him to integrate into the team and start building chemistry with his new teammates. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/why-kelly-sat-out-the-latest-juventus-training-session-and-will-he-play-against-como/