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Juventus player ratings v Monza – Two players earn highest score Juventus battled their way to a determined 2-1 victory over Monza in Serie A this evening, ending a challenging stretch and showing flashes of both grit and quality. ............ Starting XI Michele di Gregorio – 7.0 Faced a handful of threats from Monza and made some solid saves. However, there was little he could do about their goal. Nicolo Savona – 6.5 ............ Federico Gatti – 7.0 A strong showing in defence, leading the backline well and managing Monza’s key threats effectively. Pierre Kalulu – 7.5 The best defender on the night for Juventus. Kalulu not only defended resolutely but also carried the ball out of defence with confidence. Weston McKennie – 8.5 Starting at left-back, McKennie displayed incredible versatility and even managed to score. His adaptability was key throughout the game. Manuel Locatelli – 7.5 Another commanding performance from Juventus’ midfield general, who continues to grow into the role with maturity and poise. Teun Koopmeiners – 7.0 Had an impactful first half, contributing to Juve’s control of the game and the scoring. Subbed off at halftime, hopefully not due to injury. Francisco Conceição – 7.5 Conceição was full of energy and directness, constantly causing problems for Monza with his runs and creativity. Kenan Yıldız – 8.0 Another impressive performance from the youngster, who looked threatening every time he had possession. His potential is shining through. Nicolás Gonzalez – 8.5 A great display from Gonzalez. His superb attacking performance, capped with a crucial goal, underlined his importance to the team. Juventus will hope he remains fit and firing. Dušan Vlahović – 6.5 ............ Substitutes Khéphren Thuram – 7.0 ............ Andrea Cambiaso – 7.0 ............ Samuel Mbangula – N/A ............ Vasilije Adžić – N/A ............ Nicolo Fagioli – N/A ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-player-ratings-v-monza-two-players-earn-highest-score/

Juventus beat Monza to secure first Serie A win in over a month Juventus secured a 2-1 victory over Monza this evening, ending their winless run in Serie A. Building on their midweek triumph, Juventus started brightly, dominating the game from the outset. Weston McKennie opened the scoring after just 14 minutes, giving the visitors a deserved lead. Taking the lead is one thing, but could Juventus maintain and extend it? The answer came less than ten minutes later as Monza equalised through Samuele Birindelli. ............ Nicolás González was the next to strike, capitalising on a loose ball to score for the second consecutive match. The Argentine forward’s sharp instincts proved crucial, but it was a different story for Teun Koopmeiners, who was substituted at halftime for Khéphren Thuram after a lacklustre showing. Eager to extend their advantage, Juve began the second half strongly. The lively Kenan Yıldız forced an excellent save from the Monza goalkeeper, continuing to trouble the opposition with his energetic play. Francisco Conceição was another standout performer, causing havoc for Monza down the right flank. Despite Juventus’ attacking intent, they failed to add a third goal, leaving Monza with opportunities to threaten on the break as the match progressed into its final stages. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-beat-monza-to-secure-first-serie-a-win-in-over-a-month/

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NICO GONZALEZ 1-2

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WESTON MCKENNIE 0-1

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Why Thiago Motta will play Nico Gonzalez as attacking midfielder instead of Yildiz Juventus coach Thiago Motta will field Nicolas Gonzalez as an attacking midfielder against Monza while Kenan Yildiz will resume his duties on the left wing. The Bianconeri won’t accept anything less than three points from tonight’s contest at the U-Power Stadium, especially after settling for draws in their previous four Serie A fixtures. Therefore, Motta is expected to field an ultra-attacking lineup, with three attacking players supporting Dusan Vlahovic, while Teun Koopmeiners starts in a deeper role than usual, forming the double pivot with Manuel Locatelli. Almost all sources expect Francisco Conceicao to start on the right wing, with Yildiz on the left, and Gonzalez playing in the hole in what will be his first start in almost three months. The Argentine made his return to action in Tuesday’s Coppa Italia tie against Cagliari, marking it with a stunning goal. ............ There are several reasons behind Motta’s choice, beginning with the teenager’s outing against Cagliari. The manager was reportedly unimpressed with the Turkiye international in the central role, so he prefers to play him on the wings. ............ Moreover, the Motta expects his wingers to track back to support their teammates in the defensive phase, something that Yildiz has managed to do thus far, while the recently returning Gonzalez might not have too much energy to burn at this stage. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/why-thiago-motta-will-play-nico-gonzalez-as-attacking-midfielder-instead-of-yildiz/

Two Juventus players risk missing Fiorentina with yellow-card ban Two Juventus midfielders must take extra heed this evening in Monza if they wish to participate in next weekend’s clash against Fiorentina. ............ Manuel Locatelli and Nicolo Fagioli must be very careful, as they’re only one booking away from a one-match suspension. According to Serie A rules, five yellow cards constitute a one-man ban, while the Italian duo have each accumulated four already. Motta will be particularly worried by Locatelli’s situation, as the 26-year-old has now become a part of the team’s backbone, making the Regista role his own. The former Sassuolo man is impeccable at shielding the backline, while his distribution has been noticeably improving as of late. With Douglas Luiz ruled out of action and Weston McKennie forced to serve at full-back amidst the injury crisis, the Juventus coach would loathe to lose another midfielder for the big showdown against Fiorentina, especially since the Tuscans are ahead of the Old Lady in the standings, not to mention the great rivalry between the two clubs. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-juventus-players-risk-missing-fiorentina-with-yellow-card-ban/

Juventus probable lineup vs Monza: Motta to unleash Five-star attack Juventus will reportedly adopt a more attacking starting lineup when they clash heads with Monza this evening. ............ Teun Koopmeiners will play in a deeper role, starting alongside Manuel Locatelli in the double pivot, thus dropping Khephren Thuram to the bench. This will allow Nicolas Gonzalez to return to the starting formation for the first time in over two months. The pink newspaper expects the Argentine to occupy the attacking midfielder slot behind Dusan Vlahovic, while Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao maintain their usual roles on the wings. We can expect the trio behind the striker to constantly interchange positions. For his part, the extremely versatile Weston McKennie will be set to start at left-back, as Danilo’s availability remains unclear after suffering a sprain in recent days, while Andrea Cambiaso has only just returned to the squad following a two-week absence. ............ Juventus Probable XI (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio (Perin); Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, McKennie; Locatelli, Koopmeiners; Conceicao, Gonzalez, Yildiz; Vlahovic. . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-probable-lineup-vs-monza-motta-to-unleash-five-star-attack/

AC Monza vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction Juventus will aim to set the record straight with a win over AC Monza as Thiago Motta will be desperate not to lose any more ground in the title race. AC Monza are yet to register their first win on home soil in Serie A this season, and embattled boss Alessandro Nesta will hope Sunday will be the turning point in their season when they host Juventus. So far, the club’s board have kept faith in the legendary Italian defender to keep the club afloat in the top flight, but a few more bad results could spell the end for him. AC Monza are winless in nine games across all competitions, which does paint a grim picture for their immediate future. ............ Mounting a credible title challenge is already looking like an uphill task for Juventus following yet another draw in the latest league outing, which was also their fourth in a row in Serie A. The Bianconeri failed to capitalise on the momentum from the win over Manchester City, as they barely escaped with a draw against bottom-placed Venezia last weekend. Dusan Vlahovic was on point to tuck away a late penalty in second-half injury time to salvage a point, which was Juventus’s tenth draw of their Serie A campaign. They remain unbeaten in the league but only have six wins to show for their cause, which has so far hurt their ability to mount a serious challenge for the title. Thiago Motta will look forward to another league game with the same hope of securing three points. Only this time with more dropped points, Juventus could start fading away from being relevant in the title challenge, considering they are already nine points off leaders Atalanta. Team News & Tactics AC Monza ............ Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Turati; Izzo, Mari, Carboni; Pereira, Bondo, Bianco, Kyriakopoulos; Caprari, Ciurria; Mota Juventus Some of the injuries Thiago Motta has to contend with could come to define Juventus’s season, given how many key players he could miss, particularly in the defence. Juan Cabal and Gleison Bremer are out for the season, while the likes of Arkadiusz Milik have not featured at all this term. In midweek, Motta used midfielders Manuel Locatelli and Weston McKennie at the back, but Federico Gatti’s return should change that against Monza. Nicolo Savona and Danilo should feature in the full-back roles, while Pierre Kalulu and Gatti will play centrally on Sunday. Locatelli will return to the midfield alongside Khephren Thuram there. However, Motta will still lean towards caution with his midfield options as Douglas Luiz and versatile star Andrea Cambiaso are still some short of full-match fitness. Nico Gonzalez has also returned to training, and it remains to be seen whether he’s involved straight away, as Francisco Conceicao is still seen as the starting right winger ahead of the Monza clash. Dusan Vlahovic is expected to lead the line for Juventus, with Kenan Yildiz and Teun Koopmeiners set to feature in the other attacking positions. Probable Lineup (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Kalulu, Danilo; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic Key Stats AC Monza have failed to win their last eight matches in Serie A. Monza have yet to win a Serie A game on home soil this season. Juventus are undefeated in their last 24 matches in Serie A. Juventus have drawn their last four Serie A matches. Player to Watch Dusan Vlahovic There is no other player to look at in this Juventus side when it comes to Serie A games, as they desperately need answers on the frontline despite having most of their injury-related issues at the back. In any case, Vlahovic once again came in for a clutch moment as he tucked away a crucial penalty against basement club Venezia, who came as close as anyone to inflicting a first league defeat for Thiago Motta this season. ............ Prediction AC Monza 0-2 Juventus Monza will come into this clash at the back of a dreadful home record this season and key injuries threatening to hamper their chances of survival. In any case, they are not in the best of form to enter this match with the conviction of getting something out of it despite Juventus’s form. Motta will be desperate to have the cup form into the league, as the Juventus boss is desperate for a win after four consecutive Serie A draws, and to stay relevant in the title race if there is still one in the making. The Bianconeri have the players and quality to see off a hapless Monza side and even keep a clean sheet in the process. . Read more -> https://thehardtackle.com/round-up/2024/12/21/ac-monza-vs-juventus-preview-and-prediction/

Moggi makes prediction on Vlahovic future, discusses Juventus transfer plans Former Juventus sporting director Luciano Moggi weighed in on the club’s transfer plans ahead of the January transfer session, while discussing the future of Dusan Vlahovic. ............ Although Juventus have yet to taste defeat in the league this season, they have settled for a whopping 10 draws in the first 16 rounds of the season, setting unprecedented figures. Nevertheless, Moggi urges patience from the supporters, as he believes the team still lacks the required experience to compete for the biggest honors. “Juve is a new team. We will need another year of patience,” said the 87-year-old. “For me, the team is not competitive yet. Ten draws are too many. They have youth but they need experience. Having leaders is very important.” ............ “His departure is not on the table. Vlahovic will stay at Juventus, also by virtue of his massive contract.” ............ “Juventus will definitely sign a defender. Then in the market, there are also possibilities. If a striker were to arrive, given that Milik still has some for a while, it wouldn’t be a bad addition.” . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/moggi-makes-prediction-on-vlahovic-future-discusses-juventus-transfer-plans/

Motta states his expectations from his team ahead of the Monza game Thiago Motta has outlined his expectations for Juventus as they prepare for their match against Monza this weekend. ............ Thiago Motta has expressed his concern over the inconsistency that has plagued Juventus throughout the season. Despite possessing one of the best squads in Europe, the team’s recent struggles, including nearly losing to Venezia, have shown that they cannot take any game for granted. Monza will be confident they can earn a positive result if Juve underperforms, especially given their past results against top teams. Motta is adamant that his players must not allow themselves to be beaten by a team lower in the standings. In an interview, he said: “I always want to see everything good, it’s important. Our determination is important, the growth in every training session, in everything we do, and against the opponents we face tomorrow, we have Monza, a good team, with a good coach, and we have to do our best. Everyone has to give their best for the good of the team to play a great match.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/motta-states-his-expectations-from-his-team-ahead-of-the-monza-game/

Mutti explains the key difference between Yildiz and Del Piero One of the most intriguing comparisons circulating among Juventus fans and pundits is the likening of Kenan Yildiz to the legendary Alessandro Del Piero. As one of the most celebrated icons in the club’s history, Del Piero’s legacy is unmatched, and any player compared to him immediately finds themselves under the spotlight. Del Piero is remembered not only for his dazzling skills and goals but also for his loyalty and leadership during one of Juventus’ most turbulent periods. ............ Meanwhile, Kenan Yildiz, at just 19 years old, has already shown flashes of brilliance that have sparked comparisons to Del Piero. However, is this comparison fair or premature? According to Bortolo Mutti, a seasoned pundit, while there are similarities in their playing styles, Yildiz’s game is unique. “They’ve compared him to Del Piero, and he’s similar in terms of characteristics, but I hope he’s just Yildiz. He’s growing and already managing to be a protagonist in a really complicated championship at 19. He can become a champion; he’s got the numbers, it must be said. He has great qualities. Compared to Del Piero, his football is more physical, the plays are rarer, and you have less possession of the ball to invent something.” ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-explains-the-key-difference-between-yildiz-and-del-piero/

Juventus could sign another AC Milan defender this season Juventus has recently found an unexpected transfer ally in AC Milan, and they may be set to add another player from their Serie A rivals in the upcoming transfer window. In the summer, Juventus secured Pierre Kalulu on loan from Milan, with an option to make the move permanent, and the defender has proven to be one of the standout players at the Allianz Stadium in recent months. Given the success of that deal, Juventus may now look to strengthen their defence even further by targeting another Milan player. ............ Juventus sees signing Tomori as a smart move to bolster their defensive options. The 27-year-old has enjoyed a solid spell in Serie A since his move from Chelsea, with his pace, composure on the ball, and strong aerial presence making him a valuable asset to Milan’s backline. Juventus believes he could be a good fit for their squad and would provide competition for their existing defensive options. ............ . Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-could-sign-another-ac-milan-defender-this-season/

Serie A Preview: Monza vs Juventus – Team News, Line-ups & Prediction Stadio Brianteo is the venue as Monza and Juventus go head-to-head in a ‘David vs Goliath’ Serie A showdown. It will be the closing fixture of Sunday’s program but potentially also Alessandro Nesta’s last game in charge of the relegation-threatened Biancorossi. ............ Monza’s dire situation puts Juventus in the driver’s seat to claim an all-important win following an inconceivable 2-2 home draw against newcomers Venezia last Saturday. Thiago Motta’s charges nifty responded to that upset in midweek Coppa Italia action. Indeed, an unanswered quadruple, bookended by Nicolas Gonzalez’s cheeky lob from outside the box, saw Juventus thrash Cagliari 4-0 in Turin to book a quarter-final date against Empoli. Nonetheless, it feels imperative for the Bianconeri to return to winning ways in Serie A. With their title hopes dwindling, anything other than three points would land a knockout punch on Juventus’ quest to end a four-year drought in the top flight. Match Preview Monza ............ Juventus Juventus head into proceedings as the only team in Serie A yet to lose a league game. However, a high volume of draws has significantly derailed their Scudetto chances. Indeed, they’ve shared the spoils in a league-high ten matches, accounting for 62.5% of their top-flight outings (W6). Motta’s men have rightfully earned the tag of ‘stalemate kings.’ They’ve ominously drawn their last four away contests across all competitions. Each game in that sequence featured under 2.5 goals, underscoring the potential for a low-scoring encounter. Juventus failed to get on the scoresheet before halftime on each occasion. But late drama has been a common theme lately. Juve’s last three Serie A matches have seen one team draw level in second-half stoppages. Unfortunately for the Juventus faithful, they were on the receiving end of last-gasp heartbreaks twice in that run. Team News Monza enter this round severely weakened by injuries. In addition to long-term absentees Mattia Valoti, Samuele Vignato, Matteo Pessina, and Roberto Gagliardini, Nesta cannot count on Milan Djuric and Daniel Maldini. The latter serves a one-game ban, with Gianluca Caprari likely to take his place in the front third. On the other hand, Juventus will take this trip without Arkadiusz Milik, Gleison Bremer, Juan Cabal, and Tim Weah. With the USMNT forward injured, Francisco Conceicao will probably join forces with Kenan Yildiz, Teun Koopmeiners, and Dusan Vlahovic in attack. Monza vs Juventus Potential Starting Line-ups Monza (3-4-2-1): Turati; Izzo, Mari, Carboni; Pereira, Bianco, Bondo, Kyriakopoulos; Mota, Caprari; Maric. Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Kalulu, Gatti, Danilo; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Vlahovic. Monza vs Juventus Prediction Given Monza’s well-documented scoring woes, Motta’s watertight backline should have a field day at the Brianteo. However, Juventus must prove they can constantly produce in front of goal after a midweek rout of Cagliari. There’s no margin for error, and Juventus are seemingly in pole position to take three precious points. Prediction: Juventus to Win . Read more -> https://cultofcalcio.com/serie-a-preview-monza-vs-juventus-team-news-line-ups-prediction/