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Adzic’s late strike helps Juventus win thrilling derby against Inter Milan Juventus and Inter Milan delivered another enthralling chapter of the Derby d’Italia as the Bianconeri emerged 4-3 winners in a pulsating encounter. The result extended Juventus’ fine start to the season and underlined their ability to prevail in high-stakes contests. ............ Juventus struck the opening blow less than fifteen minutes into the match when Lloyd Kelly converted after an intelligent pass from Gleison Bremer. The early breakthrough delighted the home supporters but also sparked Inter into life. The visitors responded by increasing their intensity, pressing high and looking to exploit wide areas with crosses and forward runs. Their persistence was rewarded on the half-hour mark as Hakan Çalhanoğlu fired home the equaliser, bringing the game to life and reminding Juventus that Inter remained a constant threat. Yet Bremer continued to influence proceedings, turning provider once more with a precise delivery that Kenan Yildiz finished clinically just before half-time, restoring Juve’s advantage at the interval. ............ The second half saw both sides commit numbers forward in search of the next decisive moment. Çalhanoğlu again delivered for Inter, levelling the scoreline with his second of the evening. The contest then tilted in the visitors’ favour when Marcus Thuram put them ahead for the first time, fuelling hopes of an away victory. That optimism was short-lived, however, as his brother Khephren Thuram struck only minutes later, heading Juventus back on level terms and adding another twist to the derby narrative. With the game finely poised, Igor Tudor made attacking substitutions, signalling his intent to chase all three points rather than settle for another draw reminiscent of last season’s 4-4 thriller. The decision paid off when substitutes combined for the winning goal. Jonathan David, full of energy after coming on, set up Vasilije Adžić, who calmly applied the finish to secure Juventus’ dramatic 4-3 triumph. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/adzics-late-strike-helps-juventus-win-thrilling-derby-against-inter-milan/

Chiellini: ‘Bremer a better Juventus defender than I was’ Juventus director Giorgio Chiellini is confident Dusan Vlahovic can have his say starting against Inter today, while insisting Gleison Bremer is a ‘better’ defender than he was. ............ “Igor (Tudor) saw Vlahovic in good shape, he’s fired up and it shows, so today he will start. We have many alternatives in attack this season, we will need them all over the course of the campaign, and are happy with the squad that we’ve got.” ............ “We can play in a few different ways. It’s very difficult to find someone who is a facsimile of Yildiz,” explained Chiellini. “Openda can play with another striker or as a centre-forward, he has different characteristics, and that is why we chose him.” ............ Juve have not conceded at all this season, and a lot of that has to do with the return of Bremer from his anterior cruciate ligament injury. Chiellini was asked who was the better defender, him or Bremer? “Bremer. I always loved him, you can ask him, I said it to him too.” . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/chiellini-bremer-a-better-juventus-defender/

Anche io apprezzo Neschio.

Riposate in pace pentaperati!

INTER E MÓ SO ADZIC AMARI!

Italia Germania 4-3

ADZIC 4-3

Metti David, Igor!

E ora difendiamo la sconfitta

Bentornato Cabal

L'Inter ha anche un -5 peró

Ma che imbecille Acerbi

Tudor fa paura quando si arrabbia

Il numero 10 ha colpito

KENAN YILDIZ 2-1

Ma quanto sono belli i due Thuram?

KELLY 1-0

Juventus vs Inter Milan: Preview and Prediction Italian football comes to a standstill on Saturday evening as the Derby d’Italia takes centre stage at the Allianz Stadium, with Juventus hosting Inter Milan in one of the most storied fixtures in Serie A history. Both sides enter the clash with ambitions of reclaiming the Scudetto from Napoli, although they arrive in contrasting moods. Juventus have started the campaign perfectly, collecting maximum points from their opening fixtures, while Inter faltered just before the international break and already find themselves chasing. Juventus have shown early signs of momentum under Igor Tudor, who begins his first full season at the helm. Wins over Parma Calcio and Genoa have given the Bianconeri a flawless start, easing concerns after last season’s off-field turmoil. Tudor, who steadied the ship after replacing Thiago Motta late last term, now has his sights set on loftier goals, with a genuine push for the Scudetto not out of the question. History also favours the Old Lady in this rivalry, particularly at home. Juventus have lost just one of their last 11 league meetings with Inter in Turin, and last season’s dramatic encounters only added spice to the narrative. The October 2024 clash at San Siro produced a stunning 4-4 draw, with Kenan Yildiz scoring twice late on, while Francisco Conceicao struck the winner in February’s reverse fixture. ............ Team News & Tactics Juventus Juventus face a few selection dilemmas heading into the Derby d’Italia. In attack, Jonathan David has started brightly for both club and country, putting pressure on Igor Tudor to keep him in the lineup. Meanwhile, Dusan Vlahovic, despite ongoing uncertainty around his contract situation, has made an impact from the bench with goals against both Parma and Genoa. ] Summer arrival Lois Openda is another option to lead the line, giving the Bianconeri enviable depth in forward areas. On the downside, winger Francisco Conceicao is a major doubt after withdrawing from international duty with Portugal due to a muscular injury, and midfielder Fabio Miretti remains sidelined with a thigh problem. Suspension also plays a role in Tudor’s plans. Andrea Cambiaso will serve the second match of a two-game ban following his red card for violent conduct on the opening day. His absence leaves the wing-back slots up for grabs, with Joao Mario and Filip Kostic likely contenders, alongside the versatile duo of Pierre Kalulu and Weston McKennie. Juventus are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation. Michele Di Gregorio will start in goal, shielded by a three-man defence of Federico Gatti, Bremer, and Lloyd Kelly. Out wide, Pierre Kalulu is set to operate as the right wing-back, while João Mário takes the opposite flank on the left. In midfield, Khephren Thuram will provide dynamism alongside Manuel Locatelli, who anchors the side with his control and distribution. Just behind the striker, Teun Koopmeiners and rising star Kenan Yildiz are expected to operate as dual attacking midfielders, supporting Jonathan David, who should spearhead the Juventus attack against Inter Milan. Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Gatti, Bremer, Kelly; Kalulu, Thuram, Locatelli, Mario; Koopmeiners, Yildiz; David Inter Milan ............ Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Sommer; Akanji, Acerbi, Bastoni; Dumfries, Barella, Calhanoglu, Sucic, Dimarco; Thuram, Martinez Key Stats Juventus have defeated Inter Milan 88 times, more than any other club in Serie A history, highlighting their long-standing supremacy in this fixture. Three of the last four league meetings between Juventus and Inter Milan in the first half of the season have ended in draws, showing how closely contested early-season clashes tend to be. Inter Milan have failed to win in 11 of their last 12 league visits to the Allianz Stadium against Juventus (W1 D3 L8). Their only victory came in April 2022 via a Hakan Calhanoglu penalty. This is only the third time in history Juventus and Inter will face each other within the opening three matchdays of a Serie A campaign. The previous instances were in 1939 (Inter won 4-0) and 2013 (a 1-1 draw). Juventus have started the 2025-26 season with back-to-back clean sheets, and could register three straight shutouts in their first three league games for the first time in their history. ............ Prediction Juventus 2-1 Inter Milan Juventus’s home record against Inter Milan and their sharp early-season form make them slight favourites, though Inter’s attacking firepower ensures this will not be straightforward. Expect a tightly contested battle where the Bianconeri’s defensive organisation could make the difference. The Hard Tackle predicts a 2-1 win for Igor Tudor and his charges. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2025/09/12/juventus-vs-inter-milan-preview-and-prediction-2/

Official: Confirmed Juventus squad for Derby d’Italia against Inter Igor Tudor has named a squad of 20 players for the Derby d’Italia between Juventus and Inter this evening, which could bring a starting opportunity for centre-forward Dusan Vlahovic according to various reports on Saturday morning. ............ Andrea Cambiaso is suspended and is expected to be replaced in the starting line-up by either Weston McKennie, Joao Mario or Filiip Kostic. There is one more option at full-back this week, as Juan Cabal has been included in the squad for the first time since rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) last November. ............ Francisco Conceicao was forced to withdraw from the Portugal national team squad through injury earlier this week, and has not been included in the matchday squad to face Inter. Teun Koopmeiners is in line to replace the former Porto winger. ............ Goalkeepers: Di Gregorio, Perin, Pinsoglio. Defenders: Bremer, Gatti, Kelly, Kalulu, Rugani, J.Mario, Cabal. Midfielders: Locatelli, Koopmeiners, Adzic, Kostic, Thuram, McKennie. Forwards: Vlahovic, Yildiz, Openda, David. . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/official-confirmed-juventus-squad-inter-derby/

Tudor won’t change Juventus’ system vs. Inter: ‘Special opponents’ Igor Tudor says he won’t change the Juventus system for a big game against Inter, ‘a team that in recent years has been the best in Italy.’ Tudor previewed the upcoming Derby d’Italia at a pre-match press conference on Friday. ............ “Somebody needs to rest, somebody needs to work and so on. I’ve got good and positive feelings, we’ve had two training sessions together, and we have another one tomorrow morning. I feel good, positive, and I’ve missed football. “There are special opponents, and the motivation increases. From a preparation standpoint, it’s easier for a coach to keep the tension high. Over the course of the season, keeping that motivation always makes the difference. Tomorrow is a beautiful match to play between two strong teams. I hope people come and enjoy it. Especially our fans.” ............ “So far, we’ve played with one striker and two attacking midfielders. There’s work behind that, and now it’s definitely my job to make the most of the squad and the qualities I have, also to play in different ways. It takes time. For now, this system has worked well, and we’ll go forward like this. We’ll see with time. Openda needs space, and David can play behind a second striker, which is good because they have different characteristics. Dusan can do both.” ............ Openda and Zhegrova joined Juventus on deadline day, but only Openda will be available against Inter. Tudor has been using a 3-4-2-1 system since he was appointed as the new Bianconeri coach in March and is not planning to change the system. ............ “I’ve always been happy. I was before and I am now. Two players have arrived to help us. Openda right away, Edon not immediately because he’s coming off a long period without playing. Now he needs to regain fitness, build strength, legs and lungs. He won’t be called up for the next two games; then, from Verona, we’ll gradually bring him into the squad. “Openda needs space in front of him, and that’s his strength. He can play on the left or right wing.” Teun Koopmeiners is likely to start as an attacking midfielder, given that Tudor will only play with one centre forward. “I don’t understand the fixation on this guy. Let’s leave him in peace. He’s working well, he’s trying, he cares. He’s played two good matches. I can only repeat what I’ve always said about him. But then we always circle back to the same thing, he has quality and will do well.” ............ . Read more -> https://football-italia.net/tudor-not-change-juventus-system-inter-special/

Aldo Serena highlights the difference between Tudor and Motta A year ago, Thiago Motta was appointed manager of Juventus, joining from Bologna with an impressive reputation for the style of football he had developed there. Although he had not yet lifted managerial trophies, his Bologna side played a highly regarded brand of the game that convinced Juventus to entrust him with the task of reshaping their squad. ............ As the season wore on, however, Motta’s side faltered. Performances became inconsistent, results dipped, and the clarity of his tactical ideas began to blur. Ultimately, the club chose to part ways with him during the March international break, replacing him with Igor Tudor. Since then, Juventus has shown signs of recovery, with players and fans alike regaining confidence. ............ The distinction between the two managers has been a subject of discussion. Aldo Serena noted, “He seems like a basic coach to me. He doesn’t pursue complex playing ideas. Unlike Thiago Motta, he places players in their roles without inventing bizarre alternatives. Then, coaches aside, it’s crucial for Juventus to have Bremer fully recovered. He’s a one-man show. He’s an indispensable leader in making the defence impenetrable. A great asset.” Serena’s remarks highlight how Tudor’s pragmatic approach contrasts with Motta’s tendency toward tactical experimentation. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/aldo-serena-highlights-the-difference-between-tudor-and-motta/