JUVENTUS SEASON 2025-2026

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Serie A | Juventus 5-0 Cremonese: Spectacular Manita declares Scudetto ambition

 

 

Juventus declared their Scudetto ambitions after demolishing Cremonese 5-0 to catch Roma and Napoli, including another Jonathan David goal and impressive Weston McKennie. ............

 

David almost opened the scoring after six minutes when he intercepted a disastrous Dennis Johnsen back-pass, but Emil Audero did enough to steer him wide and his finish could only hit the near post.

 

Andrea Cambiaso returned the favour at the other end with Alessio Zerbin reading his weak pass back, but Michele Di Gregorio rushed out to smother the danger. ............

 

A free kick was cleared to the edge of the area, where Miretti’s ferocious volley seemed to be going off target, until it hit Bremer on the head and completely wrong-footed Audero. The two teammates had a good laugh about the goal, as Bremer didn’t seem to know much about it. ............

 

Cremonese poured forward seeking an equaliser, but instead left themselves open to the Khephren Thuram counter-attack from his own half, laying it off for David down the left to take a touch and sweep past the on-rushing goalkeeper.

 

Cremonese were awarded a penalty when Johnsen had a very heavy first touch in the box and Manuel Locatelli went sliding in, but following the VAR review, the referee noted the Juventus midfielder got the ball first. It infuriated Cremonese coach Davide Nicola, who was sent off for dissent. ............

 

He wasn’t there to protest an even more controversial decision, because the Bianconeri did receive a penalty for handball even though the Thuram shot hit Federico Baschirotto on the leg and completely changed direction to ricochet onto the raised arm. Kenan Yildiz stepped up and his penalty bounced off the base of the upright, but as it grazed Audero’s hand, the Juve man was allowed to turn in the rebound. ............

 

Miretti was again involved, his inspired through ball sending McKennie through the middle, dribbling around Audero and squeezing in the finish from the tightest of angles, despite Filippo Terracciano’s desperate attempt to clear off the line, which is why it was credited as an own goal. ............

 

The Lega Serie A couldn’t take the fifth goal away from McKennie, because he steered his header into the far bottom corner from 12 yards on Pierre Kalulu’s cross from the right. Juve hadn’t scored five goals in a single Serie A match since February 2018, beating Sassuolo 7-0.

 

Cremonese tried to the bitter end, as Alberto Grassi forced a fantastic one-handed save from Michele Di Gregorio, then had the ball in the net on the resulting corner only after an obvious Bianchetti handling offence.

 

Juve also had a goal disallowed, as David was offside on the Miretti through ball when lashing in from a tricky angle.

 

 

Juventus 5-0 Cremonese

Bremer 12 (J), David 15 (J), Yildiz 35 (J), Terracciano og 48 (J), McKennie 64 (J)

Missed penalty: Yildiz 35 (J)

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/serie-a-juventus-5-0-cremonese-special-manita/

Modificato Martedì alle 09:47 da Socrates

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Five-Star Juventus put Cremonese to the sword

 

 

Juventus put on their most captivating showing of the season, making short work of their visitors, Cremonese.

 

Luciano Spalletti opted for a hybrid system, but it was mostly a 4-2-3-1 formation spearheaded by Jonathan David, with Kenan Yildiz, Weston McKennie and Fabio Miretti acting as his support crew. ............

 

It only took the home side 12 minutes to break the deadlock, albeit with a fortunate goal. Miretti latched onto the loose ball with a long-range effort that was heading wide of the target, but it bounced off the head of his teammate, Gleison Bremer, who got credited for a goal he knew very little about.

 

Three minutes later, Khephren Thuram drove the ball forward on the counter before teeing up David with a timely assist. The Canadian confirmed his positive run by slotting the ball home with a clinical finish. ............

 

Later in the first half, Cremonese thought they had won a spot-kick for a challenge on Manuel Locatelli, but the referee overturned his decision following an on-field review, as it turned out that the Juventus captain had beaten his opponent to the ball.

 

The decision infuriated Davide Nicola, who received his marching orders for saying too much.

 

Afterwards, Juventus won a penalty for a handball on Federico Baschirotto, and this time the decision stood. Kenan Yildiz hit the post, but was lucky that the ball bounced his way, giving him the opportunity to tap in the rebound. ............

 

After the break, any hopes of a Cremonese revival were swiftly dashed away when Miretti picked McKennie with a lovely through ball, and the Texan managed to dribble past Emil Audero with a neat touch before slotting the ball into the empty net.

 

The American then completed his brace by heading the ball home after receiving a sublime cross from Pierre Kalulu. ............

 

Juventus 5-0 Cremonese

Goals: 12′ Bremer, 15′ David, 35′ Yildiz, 48′ Terracciano (OG) 64′ McKennie

 

Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer (70′ Koopmeiners), Kelly, Cambiaso (61′ Cabal); Thuram, Locatelli (70′ Adzic); McKennie, Miretti (80′ Openda), Yildiz (61′ Zhegrova); David.

 

Cremonese (3-5-2) Audero; Terracciano, Baschirotto, Bianchetti; Zerbin, Bondo (69′ Vandeputte), Grassi (81′ Follino), Johnsen (45′ Floriani), Pezzella; Bonazzoli (57′ Sanabria), Vardy (57′ Vazquez).

 

Yellow cards: 67′ Pezzella

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/five-star-juventus-put-cremonese-to-the-sword/

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McKennie and Thuram: ‘Always nice to score, but Juventus victory matters’

 

 

Weston McKennie assures ‘it’s always nice to score, but the win is what matters’ after Juventus flattened Cremonese 5-0, while Khephren Thuram takes it ‘day by day.’ ............

 

Gleison Bremer didn’t seem to know much about his goal, as the Fabio Miretti strike hit his face and ricocheted into the net, while Jonathan David scored for the second game in a row with a counter-attack.

 

Kenan Yildiz converted on the rebound after Emil Audero fingertipped a penalty onto the upright, then McKennie saw one effort given as a Filippo Terracciano own goal for the failed clearance on the line, before the American did nod in Pierre Kalulu’s cross for 5-0. ............

 

“In these games, the important thing is to get the three points, as the teams ahead of us dropped points. It’s always nice to win 5-0, for us and for the fans,” McKennie said. ............

 

“I am always at the disposal of the team, the important thing for me is not scoring goals, but winning the game and helping the squad. It’s always nice to score of course, but the win is what matters.” ............

 

This result means Juventus catch Napoli and Roma in joint third place on 39 points, although the Partenopei, Milan and Inter all have a game in hand.

 

“As I said last week, we play to win every game and want to improve day by day, then we’ll see where we are at the end of the season,” Thuram said.

 

“This is a very important month coming up, both in Serie A and the Champions League, we have a match against Benfica that will be fundamental for us.”

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/mckennie-thuram-always-nice-to-score-juventus/

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Spalletti: ‘Juventus not at Inter and Napoli level yet’

 

 

Luciano Spalletti feels Juventus are still ‘not at the level’ of Inter and Napoli, even after sweeping Cremonese aside 5-0, and he’s ‘not interested’ in a longer contract.

 

The Bianconeri knew that this was a big opportunity after the top three were all held to stalemates over the weekend, and they took it with gusto, crushing Cremonese 5-0. ............

 

“I just want to note that in my view, neither of the two penalties today should’ve been awarded,” added Spalletti, agreeing with the entire Sky Sport Italia panel of pundits. ............

 

“When you take on this work, there can always be surprises, good and bad ones, as the pitch does the talking,” Spalletti told Sky Sport Italia.

 

“We were in control, we had a good game and were set out well, we had the right hunger against an opponent that knows what it’s doing. Davide Nicola knows the top flight very well and what his squad has to do, so they are well-organised and ready to battle.

 

“With a bit of good luck, we managed to get the result on track early, but then also had some bad luck with that penalty off the upright. I think all things considered we were in charge, although there were still a few wobbles that are hard to get rid of.” ............

 

“I watched Inter-Napoli last night, they showed the top level of football, open and attacking football, with character and ideas, representing their coaches,” noted Spalletti.

 

“I think we need to improve a lot to reach their level, and we need to take those steps quickly. I have seen great effort from these lads, so I feel we can make those improvements.”

 

Since Spalletti took the job in November, Juve have collected 24 points in Serie A with seven wins, fewer only than leaders Inter on 25 with eight victories. ............

 

“I already said I am the only person who doesn’t need a contract right now, because if I were to start again, I’d hope to find a new team. We talked about it at the start with the general manager and were very clear, so I am really not interested in the contract,” replied Spalletti.

 

“I just want to see these players giving me the excitement I got from football when I started playing as a kid and then coaching later on. That is what makes the difference for me.

 

“I’ll also say that I was asked about the contract before the game with Lecce, and that was a draw, so if I’d been asked this question before today’s match, I would not have answered…”

 

“I am old now, and my kids always remind me of that, so changing my attitude and thoughts now is tough. Having said that, one must try to keep up with the times. I’ve got players so sharp and strong that they are what counts to see where we can go.”

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/spalletti-juventus-not-inter-napoli-level-yet/

Modificato Martedì alle 10:06 da Socrates

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Juventus player ratings vs Cremonese: Unstoppable attacking quartet

 

 

At the Allianz Stadium in Turin, Juventus confirmed their revival under Luciano Spalletti by dismantling Cremonese.

 

The Bianconeri scored thrice in the first half, and added another two goals after the break to complete a 5-0 routing over Davide Nicola’s men. ............

Juventus XI (4-2-3-1)

Michele Di Gregorio – 7

The goalkeeper was a bystander for the bulk of the evening, but earned his clean sheet with a magical save on Alberto Grassi late in the match.

Pierre Kalulu – 7.5

The French defender is becoming an all-rounder, mixing defensive solidity with precious attacking contributions. He provided the assist for the fifth goal with an exquisite cross.

Gleison Bremer – 7

The Brazilian is slowly but surely returning to his best form following his injury ordeal. Gave Jamie Vardy a rough reception. He was credited with the opening goal as the ball bounced off his head.

Lloyd Kelly – 7

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Andrea Cambiaso – 6

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Manuel Locatelli – 6.5

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Khephren Thuram – 8

The former OGC Nice was an absolute menace for Cremonese. Created the second goal by driving the ball forward from one box to another and then picked up David with a perfectly-timed assist. His attempt on target won Juventus the spot-kick.

Weston McKennie – 8

The resilient Texan continues to prove naysayers wrong with every fresh display. Scored what was arguably the best goal of the night, as he dribbled past Emil Audero thanks to his quick feet before slotting the ball home. While the record books denied him by considering it an own-goal, he retaliated by adding another with a clinical header.

Fabio Miretti – 7.5

The young Italian is making the attacking midfielder role his with a second influential outing in a row. His long-range shot somehow turned into an assist for Bremer’s opener, but his through-ball to McKennie on the fourth goal was purely magical.

Kenan Yildiz – 8

The Turkish was simply unplayable, dribbling past his markers almost at will. He may have been lucky his penalty hit the post before being redirected his way, but he certainly deserved to get his name on the scoresheet.

Jonathan David – 7.5

The Canadian is finally displaying the sharpness and ice-cold finish that made him one of the most coveted strikers in Europe during his time at Lille. Scored the second Juventus goal with a true bomber’s touch, and combined with Thuram to win the penalty.

Substitutes

Edon Zhegrova – 6

The Kosovar showed flashes of brilliance as usual, but the rhythm of the match had already dropped by the time he was introduced.

Juan Cabal – 6

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Teun Koopmeiners – N/A

Vasilije Adzic – N/A

Lois Openda –

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/juventus-player-ratings-vs-cremonese-unstoppable-attacking-quartet/

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Juventus 5 - Cremonese 0: Initial reaction and random observations

 

 

If the message from Luciano Spalletti before kickoff was to not make things as tricky against Cremonese on Monday night as they were back on the first day of November, it’s safe to say his Juventus squad took it to heart.

 

In a major kind of way, too.

 

Juventus didn’t just pick up three points against Cremonese at the Allianz Stadium. It wasn’t just a win that sent them into third place ahead of Napoli and Roma on goal differential. It was a 5-0 hammering that involved Spalletti’s squad playing some very good football and also having Lady Luck fully on their side for what feels like the first time in a long time. Juventus didn’t just beat Cremonese — they absolutely steamrolled them. They were up 3-0 before the first half was over. And Spalletti didn’t just have his team sit back and chill during the second half. Nope, not at all. They were pushing for a fourth, a fifth and even a sixth.

 

While that sixth goal never arrived, they certainly had the intent there to try and score it.

 

They’re now just a point off second-place AC Milan and four away from league-leading Inter Milan, although both of the San Siro’s occupants do have a game in hand. Either way, it’s quite the showing to prove to us just how far Spalletti’s squad has come since his first game as Juventus manager in Cremona a little over two months ago. ............

 

Since Spalletti’s first game in charge on Nov. 1, Juventus now have the second-best record in the league, collecting a total of 24 points in 11 Serie A fixtures. That trails only to the 25 points put up by Inter, who have lost just once since the first week of November. (They also have a game in hand because of the Supercoppa, but that has been repeated many times already, so we’ll just leave it there.) ............

 

With Monday night’s win, Juventus are now level with Inter when it comes to the best home record this season. And we don’t have to mess with any sort of game in hand this time, either. Juve’s got 10 home fixtures played. So does Inter. If it wasn’t for a couple of those frustrating draws under Igor Tudor and then Spalletti, then Juve would certainly have the best home record in the league. ............

 

Juventus recorded 17 shots against Cremonese.

 

Ten of those shots were on goal — and it could have easily been a lot more if not for a few offsides calls.

 

This is the same Juve team that was struggling to both score and create scoring chances during the final days of Tudor’s managerial spell in Turin. Now, though, they’re out here just pushing and pushing to create more and more. They’re coming from different sources and they’re not just only creating things through their talented albeit still very young No. 10. They’re moving so much better now compared to when Tudor was in charge.

 

The proof is in what they’re doing on the field.

 

Monday night’s win, all of 72 days after Spalletti’s debut against this same Cremonese, was a reminder to us all of how much good he’s done in a still-relatively short amount of time as manager. The bigger tests will come in short order — looking at you, Napoli game on Jan. 25 — but for now the team is playing as well as they have (and consistently, too!) in a long time. ............

 

RANDOM THOUGHTS AND OBSERVATIONS

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• Bremer’s waves, by the way … looking very, very good.
• Did Bremer also somewhat hard launch him and his partner having another baby? That goal celebration might be a pretty good hint considering that’s exactly what players do in those situations.
• Two VAR decisions in one half and they both go Juventus’ way? Am I dreaming or what?
• Cue all the conspiracy theorists because you know they are going to have a field day with those VAR decisions. It’s like meat on a stick for them.
• Poor Fabio Miretti. Gets a potential goal to his name go to Bremer and then a lovely would-be assist on what proved to be an own goal after Weston McKennie’s shot. That pass was lovely.
• So, let’s play the game with how he’s playing right now: If both are healthy, do you start Miretti or do you go with Francisco Conceição? It really decent luxury to have, but Miretti feels like the player you just gotta go with because he’s doing so many good things at the moment.
• Speaking of nice passes, that pass from Manuel Locatelli to spring the counterattack on Jonathan David’s goal was fantastic. So was the run from Khephren Thuram.
• The finish from David wasn’t too bad, either.
• Are we starting to see the David-demption tour begin? Because it might be looking that way. And finding form right before the tougher opponents arrive on the schedule later this month? Nice timing, JD. ............
• Kenan Yildiz has matched his goal tally from all of last season. It’s the second week of January!
• You know what I said about luck earlier on? That bounce right back to Yildiz so that he could score the goal after he didn’t convert his penalty is what happens when the things are going your way.
• Seriously, a 5-0 win. Wouldn’t have thought that was possible out of this team.
• Milan play Como on Thursday. That’s another chance to see some dropped points. That happens and Juventus can suddenly go second for a few hours? That’s pretty remarkable with how this season started out.
• I’m still hedging on Scudetto thoughts just because I know there are much more difficult opponents to come over the next few weeks. But to be playing like this against teams Juventus should be beating and they’re actually doing just that? Yeah, that’s the good stuff, Luciano. We love to see it.
• Beating a team 5-0 is a pretty good way to start the week.

Read more -> https://www.blackwhitereadallover.com/previews-reviews/35370/juventus-cremonese-2026-serie-a-matchday-20-final-score-result-initial-reaction-random-observations

Modificato Martedì alle 14:20 da Socrates

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“They’re back to dominate” Giannichedda praises Juventus after Cremonese win

 

 

Juventus delivered a commanding 5 to 0 victory against Cremonese last night, once again underlining that they are one of the teams to fear in Serie A this season. The performance reflected the consistent progress the Bianconeri have made, as they continue to work relentlessly to ensure their squad is in peak condition and capable of competing for honours. Results like this highlight the growing belief within the club that this campaign can still end on a positive note.

 

The men in black and white possess several high-quality players, yet many of them struggled to perform under the club’s previous two coaches. That situation has now changed significantly. ............

 

Juventus continue to apply pressure to the teams above them in the league table, keeping itself firmly in the conversation as they attempt to edge back into the title race. The comprehensive win against Cremonese was another example of a team growing in confidence and cohesion as the season progresses.

 

One of the most striking aspects of Juventus’ recent form is the collective nature of their performances. Players across the pitch are showing greater understanding, discipline, and intensity, which has translated into convincing results. The team’s structure allows individuals to thrive within a system that values work rate and tactical awareness. ............

 

Former Juventus midfielder Giuliano Giannichedda was impressed by the performance and the wider trajectory of the team. He said: “It was a very important victory, a sign of a Juventus team that continues to improve. The improvements in their play in recent weeks are clear for all to see, and Spalletti is a coach who works hard on the pitch and is doing an excellent job. They’re a team that’s eager, that takes to the field with the right attitude, and they know they’re back to getting results against all the others. And above all, they’re back to dominate.”

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/theyre-back-to-dominate-pundit-praises-juventus-after-cremonese-win/

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“Super professional” Spalletti praises his players after beating Cremonese

 

 

Luciano Spalletti has spoken with pride about his players and has made it clear that he is enjoying working with the group as they continue to impress him. The men in black and white appointed him as their manager last year, and since then, the squad has worked hard to ensure they remain competitive. There is a growing sense that Juventus are moving in the right direction after a prolonged period of uncertainty. ............

 

Spalletti has focused on rebuilding belief within the squad and reminding players why they were signed in the first place. His approach has helped Juventus rediscover structure, confidence, and consistency. The team now plays with greater assurance, and there is a clear sense of collective responsibility across the pitch. If they avoid falling back into old habits, Juventus appear capable of returning to winning ways and competing for trophies again.

 

The improvement in form suggests that Spalletti understands how to maximise the resources at his disposal. His ability to raise standards without overcomplicating his message has allowed players to regain confidence and contribute more effectively. ............

 

After their win against Cremonese, Spalletti praised the attitude of his squad. He said: “The aim was to make the players believe they had superior potential, because they were looked at before being bought. Having previously met some of them, whether through television or playing against them, I was convinced they could do more, but when you start working, you never know where you’ll end up, because it can go one way or another. I found them incredibly helpful, decent guys, super professional and intelligent, and that’s what makes the difference: the common sense needed to develop the skills you need to do when you play for Juventus.”

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/super-professional-spalletti-praises-his-players-after-beating-cremonese/

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Mattioli explains why he is not surprised at Juventus’ improvements

 

 

Juventus have shown significant improvement since November, raising the possibility that they could challenge for the Scudetto. The season began inconsistently for the Bianconeri, with poor performances ultimately costing Igor Tudor his managerial position. Juventus needed a stabilising figure, and they turned to Luciano Spalletti on a short-term deal, signalling their desire to restore momentum and consistency.

 

Despite initial doubts, Spalletti has quickly improved the team’s performance. Juventus players now display greater confidence and composure, adapting effectively to the tactical demands of their new manager. Each match has seen further progress, and the side continues to build on the foundations laid since his appointment. ............

 

Mario Mattioli has emphasised that Juventus’ improvement under Spalletti is not surprising. He said: “Nothing impressed me, because I expected that from Juve. They managed to bring in a truly outstanding coach. Tudor struggled, lacking the necessary experience. Spalletti, on the other hand, has it and has managed, even without saying too much, to show them how to play at Juve.” ............

 

As the season progresses, the Bianconeri appear capable of maintaining their upward trajectory. With Spalletti at the helm, Juventus are positioned not only to secure positive results but also to mount a serious challenge for the Scudetto. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-explains-why-he-is-not-surprised-at-juventus-improvements/

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Two Juventus stars missed the latest group training

 

 

Francisco Conceição and Federico Gatti have both been recovering from injuries and did not feature in Juventus’ 5-0 win against Cremonese, but they remain key figures for the team. Juventus have been performing strongly, yet the squad relies on contributions from every player, making the return of Gatti and Conceição a priority for the club.

 

Neither player has suffered a serious issue, and both are following individual training programmes designed to aid their recovery and ensure a safe return to the group. Juventus are mindful of managing its rehabilitation carefully, balancing the need for fitness with the importance of long-term availability during the crucial stages of the season. ............

 

Both Gatti and Conceição were present at the training ground but continued with their personalised programmes to facilitate a swift and safe return. The club aims to have its full complement of players available as soon as possible, recognising their importance as the season reaches its decisive phase. ............

 

Although both players are eager to rejoin the first team, Juventus are determined not to rush their comeback. Careful management of injuries ensures that Gatti and Conceição can contribute fully without risking setbacks. The club’s approach reflects the broader philosophy of balancing player welfare with competitive ambitions, particularly during a period in which every match carries significant weight for the team’s objectives. ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/two-juventus-stars-missed-the-latest-group-training/

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Collovati does not think Juventus can win the Scudetto yet

 

 

Juventus has been in impressive form in recent matches, prompting growing discussion about a possible Scudetto challenge by the end of the season. The Old Lady did not begin the campaign as a leading title contender, with most observers believing a finish inside the top four would represent a successful outcome. Early expectations were therefore measured rather than ambitious. ............

 

Juventus acted decisively by replacing Tudor with Luciano Spalletti, a move that has transformed the outlook of the season. Since his arrival, the team has shown renewed organisation, confidence, and tactical clarity. Results have followed, and Juventus is now regarded as one of the strongest teams in Italy on current form. That improvement has naturally led to renewed belief among supporters and pundits alike.

 

The run of positive results has altered perceptions, with talk of a title challenge no longer dismissed out of hand. Winning regularly has placed Juventus closer to the summit and increased scrutiny of their credentials. ............

 

Former player Fulvio Collovati has acknowledged the progress but remains cautious in his assessment. He questioned whether Juventus is truly ready to lift the title. He said, “If you ask me if this is a Scudetto-worthy Juve, because it’s clear that when they win five out of six games, and a draw played out in a certain way against Lecce, they start talking about the Scudetto race, but in my opinion, Juventus is still a step behind the game we saw between Inter and Napoli. However, with the transfer market, you never know, but as it stands, Juve are not Scudetto-worthy but will compete for the top three or four spots.” ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/pundit-does-not-think-juventus-can-win-the-scudetto-yet/

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Modugno explains why Juventus has a chance to win the Scudetto

 

 

Juventus has been performing well in recent weeks, but the club is careful not to put itself under pressure by focusing on winning the Scudetto. The Bianconeri regard themselves as a team with talented players capable of achieving their seasonal objectives, but those objectives do not include claiming the league title.

 

When the season began, their primary aim was to finish inside the top four and remain competitive. The early stages did not go according to plan, ultimately resulting in Igor Tudor losing his position as head coach. Luciano Spalletti was appointed as his replacement at the Allianz Stadium, and Juventus have continued to support him fully. ............

 

Despite not openly targeting the Scudetto, Juventus remains one of the clubs capable of competing for the Italian championship by the end of the season. Francesco Modugno has expressed optimism about their prospects:

 

“Spalletti’s Juve are a threat, even for the Scudetto: this is a balanced league, without a master, where you can finish first or fifth. The Scudetto is an ambition shared by many: Napoli, Inter, Milan, Juve. Roma and Atalanta will compete for a Champions League spot.” ............

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Read more -> https://www.juvefc.com/journalist-explains-why-juventus-has-a-chance-to-win-the-scudetto/

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Juventus concern as Yildiz misses training before Cagliari clash

 

 

Juventus star Kenan Yildiz was absent from today’s training session due to mild flu symptoms, reports in Italy claim. ............

 

Yildiz is Juventus’ best scorer this season and it remains to be seen whether he’ll be available for an upcoming Serie A clash away at Cagliari on Saturday, January 17. ............

 

On the other hand, Luciano Spalletti received good news from Federico Gatti and Francisco Conceiçao as the pair completed the full training session with the rest of the team and could be called up for the Cagliari game. ............

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Read more -> https://football-italia.net/juventus-concern-yildiz-out-training-cagliari/

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Preview: Cagliari vs Juventus - prediction, team news, lineups

 

 

 

Potential dark horses in this season's Scudetto race, rejuvenated Juventus will visit Serie A strugglers Cagliari on Saturday.

 

The Bianconeri have won five of their last six games to apply pressure on Italy's top three, but they still need to claim maximum points in Sardinia.

 

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Match preview

Juventus kicked off the second half of their league campaign in five-star style when they welcomed Cremonese to Turin on Monday evening.

 

Continuing their mid-season revival, Bremer broke through with an early opener before Juve added two more goals in each half, eventually posting their biggest top-flight win since 2018.

 

Having taken advantage of Serie A's top three all dropping points, the Bianconeri cannot be ruled out of title contention - even if their main target is securing more Champions League football.

 

Since the start of November, when Luciano Spalletti took charge of an ailing side, only league leaders Inter Milan have accrued more points and won more matches.

 

Furthermore, Juve have now kept five clean sheets in their last seven games across all competitions, with Bremer's return from injury tightening up a previously leaky defence.

 

This weekend, Spalletti's team will try to extend a three-match success streak on the road, before facing big games against Benfica and Napoli next week.

 

Following a 2-1 home win in November's reverse fixture, when Kenan Yildiz bagged a brace, the Bianconeri will also look to do another double over Cagliari. ............

 

Cagliari Serie A form:

L D W L D L

 

Juventus Serie A form:

W W W D W W

 

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Team News

Juventus may have to head south without Yildiz, after their top scorer missed midweek training due to suffering from flu symptoms; so, fit-again Francisco Conceicao is on standby.

 

Dusan Vlahovic and Daniele Rugani are still unavailable, but Federico Gatti is set to return to Spalletti's squad following a layoff.

 

Having finally found his shooting boots, Canadian striker Jonathan David should continue to lead Juve's attack, leaving Lois Openda consigned to the bench. ............

 

Cagliari possible starting lineup:

Caprile; Zappa, Mina, Luperto; Palestra, Adopo, Prati, Mazzitelli, Idrissi; Esposito; Kilicsoy

 

Juventus possible starting lineup:

Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Miretti, Yildiz; David

 

We say: Cagliari 0-2 Juventus

Everything points to another Juve win, as Spalletti's side are in superb form and Cagliari have their limitations.

 

Keeping yet another clean sheet, the Bianconeri will take all three points back to Turin. 

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Spalletti drops Chiesa hint as Juventus want Yildiz respite: ‘Looking for a replacement’

 

 

Luciano Spalletti has admitted that Juventus are ‘looking for a replacement’ in Kenan Yildiz’s area of the pitch, as the Bianconeri head coach wants to ‘protect’ the club’s most precious talent. ............

 

Speaking at his pre-match press conference on Friday, Juventus head coach Spalletti admitted that there are still areas that the club wish to address during the January transfer window.

 

Among the priorities for Spalletti is somebody to compete and rotate with Yildiz, whom the head coach feels has been ‘undroppable’ so far.

 

“As far as I’m concerned, the January window is intended to introduce different players and profiles that you don’t have in your current squad. Ever since I’ve got here we’ve been looking at the market because I’ve been getting to know the characteristics of my players,” Spalletti told the press on Friday.

 

“I am convinced that we can still grow and that there are still a few things we might be missing,” he added. ............

 

When asked if Yildiz will be able to play against Cagliari on Saturday after missing training on Thursday through illness, Spalletti said: “We’re looking for a replacement in that area. Usually, a top player is a top player because they’re undroppable, or because they play like a champion. He does both.

 

“He’s an important player for us and we want to try to protect him, but he has the physique and engine and we want to have him play as many games as possible because he gives us so many different solutions.

 

“For tomorrow, Conceicao can’t play the whole game, and therefore we could manage Yildiz’s minutes once the game has started. My assistant Domenichini helps me decide, but Yildiz has only missed one training session due to a sore throat, today he was at full speed.”

 

In terms of the profile that Spalletti mentioned during his press conference, a player in a similar role to Yildiz, Chiesa certainly fits the bill. They both play in similar positions, either as a winger, advanced midfielder or second striker, and are also similar in terms of their style of play and physical attributes. ............

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Spalletti insists Juventus’ full focus is on the Cagliari match

 

 

Juventus faces a demanding period as the season approaches its decisive phase, with the club competing in three competitions between now and the end of the campaign. Champions League football is set to return next week, adding further intensity to an already challenging schedule. While there is understandable excitement among supporters about what lies ahead, the immediate focus remains firmly on domestic duties, starting with the upcoming league fixture against Cagliari.

 

With so many matches compressed into a short timeframe, there is a natural temptation to look ahead and plan for future challenges. Fans may already be considering potential outcomes in Europe and beyond, but within the squad the emphasis must remain on the present. Taking each match as it comes is seen as essential to maintaining performance levels and avoiding costly distractions. ............

 

Luciano Spalletti, who has spent many years at the highest level of the game, understands the risks of losing focus. ............

 

Spalletti explained his approach in clear terms, saying, “Zooming in means focusing on one thing at a time and delving deeper into the issues surrounding that issue. Then Zooming out is a different kind of thinking, looking at the schedule and what the future holds. But right now, we’re only focusing on the match against Cagliari. For us, that’s the Champions League match.” ............

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Cagliari vs Juventus: Preview and Prediction

 

 

Fabio Pisacane has a big task on his hands about keeping Cagliari afloat in Serie A for a third consecutive year as he prepares for the game against Juventus this weekend. Ahead of their big match at home against an in-form side, there is plenty of work ahead for the Serie A strugglers before they can breathe a sigh of relief. ............

 

Meanwhile, Luciano Spalletti’s arrival and the subsequent revival of Juventus have somewhat gone under the radar. The last time the Bianconeri were out on the pitch, they recorded their biggest top-flight win since 2018 when they thrashed Cremonese with a 5-0 scoreline.

 

It was a game that showed that Juventus were truly rejuvenated under Spalletti, who has brought about a knack to score regularly as well as solidify their defence. One of the key aspects of the backline conceding less and keeping five clean sheets in seven games across all competitions is the return of key man Gleison Bremer, who opened the scoring against Cremonese last time out.

 

Now, in the title race, Juventus are still seen as outsiders, and remain seven points behind leaders Inter Milan, having played 20 games so far. The topsy-turvy nature of Serie A does offer hope, and Spalletti would want his Juventus side to maintain consistency, especially when many of their top rivals drop points every now and then.

Team News & Tactics

Cagliari

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Probable Lineup (3-5-2): Caprile; Luperto, Obert, Rodriguez; Palestra, Gastano, Prati, Adopo, Zappa; Esposito, Kilicsoy

Juventus

The big concern over at Juventus ahead of the game against Cagliari is the fitness of star man Kenan Yildiz, with the Turkish international and top scorer missing the midweek clash with flu-like symptoms. There is hope he could make the trip down south, but Luciano Spalletti will keep other options on standby.

 

Should Yildiz fail to recover, then Francisco Conceicao will be in frame to start; however, the in-demand Turkish attacking sensation is still the favourite to recover and return this weekend.

 

Federico Gatti is reportedly close to returning to action, but the injured duo of Dusan Vlahovic and Daniele Rugani are set to miss out. The returning defender will be a boost for Juventus against Cagliari, but he is unlikely to be in the frame to start games at the moment.

 

Another positive from Juventus’s recent good spell is the return to form for Jonathan David, with the misfiring striker scoring two goals in as many previous games. The Canadian could be preferred to Lois Openda at the moment, with the Belgian likely to assume a bench role.

 

Probable Lineup (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly; McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Miretti, Yildiz; David

Key Stats

• Juventus have won 15 of their last 18 matches against Cagliari in all competitions.
• Juventus have scored at least two goals in eight of their last ten matches against Cagliari in all competitions.
• Cagliari are winless in their last nine games against Juventus.
• Cagliari have recorded only two wins on home soil all season.

Player to Watch

Gleison Bremer

Bremer’s timely return has coincided with Juventus returning to top form and conceding fewer goals of late. The Brazilian has been a key figure for the team since he arrived from Torino a few seasons ago, and he will be instrumental as the Bianconeri are hopeful of mounting a title challenge of their own. ............

Prediction

Cagliari 0-2 Juventus

Cagliari could continue their dreadful form against Juventus heading into Saturday, and they will come into this clash as underdogs. The Serie A strugglers are under severe pressure to deliver results to keep the gap between themselves and the relegation zone at a relevant level, but things are not looking good.

 

Meanwhile, Juventus are probably one of the most in-form sides in Serie A at the moment, and they could assert their dominance away at Cagliari. The Bianconeri are the overwhelming favourites for the win, and they might keep a clean sheet at the end of it.

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Round 21: Cagliari vs. Juventus match preview

 

 

Following Juventus’ wins over Bologna and Roma last month, we knew that the schedule would ease up a bit. Out goes competitors for the top four and race for a European position, in would come the provincial sides lined up one by one for the better part of the next four weeks.

 

We’re in the final part of those four weeks of that favorable schedule now, with a massive three-game stretch domestically and in Europe on deck come the start of the new work week.

 

But first, there’s that one last fixture before bigger ones arrive.

 

That fixture against another one of Serie A’s relegation battlers, Cagliari, takes Juventus to Sardinia this Saturday night for what could be a matchup that continues this really nice run of form Luciano Spalletti’s squad is currently on. With Napoli dropping points yet again earlier in the week, this time in a scoreless draw against Parma, Juve are just one point behind the reigning champions who now no longer have their game in hand. That means if the trends of the two squads continue, Juventus could very well be ahead of Napoli and in third place when Antonio Conte’s squad make their way to Turin next weekend for a massive showdown at the Allianz Stadium. ............

 

You see that form and then the form that Juve are currently in the midst of and you think that another three points are in the bag as long as Spalletti’s squad keep on playing like they have been playing. And that is very much probably the case. But it’s also something that we probably thought when Juventus faced Lecce a couple of weeks ago … and we all know how that one turned out.

 

So, as easy as it is to look ahead to what’s on the schedule come next week (and the next 10 days), count Spalletti as somebody who isn’t going to be falling into that trap. We know that because he said so during his pre-match press conference on Friday.

 

““For us right now, the only game we’re thinking about is the one away to Cagliari,“ the Tuscan tactician said. ”Of course, there are plans beyond this weekend’s game, but we’re only thinking about what’s next. … We’re focusing on one game at a time, studying each one with depth but without overfilling the players’ heads.”

 

Sure, there is some coaching cliché talk there, but it’s also pretty true — especially when you consider the very real possibility that Juventus might actually end the weekend in third place. That is because Napoli are struggling with three straight draws to their name and just two wins in their last six games. The pressure is very much on them to try and turn things around in some sort of way before they have their own return to the Champions League and then make the trip to Turin next weekend. ............

 

This is Juventus’ chance to either jump over or pull even with Napoli this weekend … or just put themselves in a position to do the same thing next weekend. An improved run of form has allowed Juventus to be able to say that. Now it’s all about simply taking care of business one more time against a relegation battler before much bigger fixtures arrive.

 

And how things are going right now, you probably have a pretty good feeling that can happen exactly as you hope.

TEAM NEWS

• Kenan Yildiz missed training on Thursday due to a mild case of the flu.
• Better news to come out of Continassa on Thursday: Both Federico Gatti and Francisco Conceição returned to training with the group after missing time due to their respective injuries. Gatti has been out since early December due to meniscus surgery. ............
• How did Spalletti describe Manuel Locatelli’s impact on this team right now? “He’s a perfect player for providing balance,” he said. Pretty good compliment, that.

 

JUVENTUS PLAYER TO WATCH

Kenan Yildiz has been battling some flu symptoms the last couple of days, so it’s not totally known just how close to 100% he will be this weekend. Chico Conceição is, again, just back from a minor-ish muscle injury and probably won’t be able to handle a heavy workload. Edon Zhegrova is still on a minutes limit as he has remained an option off the bench and just about only that.

 

So it only makes sense to talk about the one advanced player that is probably at full-steam-ahead mode at the moment.

 

Are we in the midst of Fabio Miretti’s best run of form since he broke into the senior squad at Juventus as a teenager a few years ago? Maybe! He is certainly playing quite well during his first extended period of playing time since returning from his loan spell at Genoa over the summer. ............

 

No matter where you fall in the discourse, Miretti has been a somewhat surprising contributor in recent weeks simply because we weren’t totally sure where he would fit into Spalletti’s plans. Was he going to play in a pivot? Would he play further up the field? Could he handle things if he did play further up the field and be a source of creativity as Juventus’ other forwards/wingers usually are? ............

 

 

Say whatever the heck you want about the level of opposition Juventus have played against in the last couple of weeks, but Miretti being a legitimate contributor to wins both in terms of scoring goals and creating scoring chances for his teammates was something we might not have expected in such a thrust into the forefront kind of way. Spalletti clearly rates Miretti, who at 22 just looks much more comfortable on the field compared to the days before he went on loan to Genoa for the 2024-25 season.

 

This version of Miretti, one that Juve could really use when it comes to production going forward over the next few weeks with so many big games on the schedule, is starting to look like the player who many of us hoped he could develop into when he was still a teenager. ............

 

MATCH INFO

When: Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

Where: Unipol Domus, Cagliari, Italy.

Official kickoff time: 8:45 p.m. local time in Italy and across Europe, 7:45 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 2:45 p.m. Eastern time, 1:45 p.m. Central time, 11:45 a.m. Pacific time. ............

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Serie A: Cagliari vs. Juventus – probable line-ups

 

 

Juventus will look to Kenan Yildiz and Jonathan David in an away Serie A game at Cagliari this evening.

 

It kicks off at 20:45 CET (19:45 GMT) at the Unipol Domus in Cagliari. ............

 

Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti is expected to confirm Yildiz and David in attack, with Fabio Miretti starting as an attacking midfielder for the third time in a row. ............

 

Teun Koopmeiners could replace Manuel Locatelli in central midfield as Juventus will play in the Champions League next week, hosting José Mourinho’s Benfica at the Allianz Stadium on Wednesday. ............

 

Juventus have won four of their last five league games, while Cagliari have one victory in their last five league games, but remain five points above the relegation zone. ............

 

Cagliari vs. Juventus – probable line-ups

Cagliari (3-5-2): Caprile; Zappa, Mina, Luperto; Palestra, Adopo, Prati, Mazzitelli, Obert Borrelli, Kilicsoy.

Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cabal; Koopmeiners, Thuram; McKennie, Miretti, Yildiz; David.

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