Juventus vs Cagliari Preview Prediction Team News and Lineups
Juventus faces Cagliari this Saturday at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, aiming to solidify their position in Serie A. Juventus recently secured their first European win of the season, a 3-2 comeback victory over Bodo/Glimt. This win alleviated some pressure for the team, but they are still looking to improve their domestic performance.
Match Preview: Juventus vs Cagliari
Juventus is currently struggling in Serie A, sitting in seventh place with just 20 points. This is their third-lowest points tally at this stage of the season in two decades. Their scoring difficulties are evident, having netted only 15 goals so far, which is their worst offensive performance since 1999.
Cagliari, on the other hand, is fighting to avoid relegation, sitting just three points above the drop zone. They have struggled on the road, winning only five away games this season. Last week, they drew 3-3 with Genoa, marking an eighth match without a victory.
Historical Context
- Cagliari has a poor record against Juventus, winning just once in the last 27 Serie A encounters.
- In their most recent match at the Allianz Stadium, Cagliari achieved a 1-1 draw.
- Last season, Cagliari lost 4-0 to Juventus in Coppa Italia.
Team News
For Juventus, new manager Luciano Spalletti is likely to recall several key players, including Khephren Thuram and Kenan Yildiz. Defensive pair Bremer and Daniele Rugani, along with Arkadiusz Milik, are set to miss out due to injuries. Dusan Vlahovic, who has a strong track record against Cagliari, will be aiming to feature prominently.
Cagliari will have to make adjustments due to injuries as well. Key forward Andrea Belotti is out with a knee injury, and Yerry Mina, Ze Pedro, and Luca Mazzitelli are on the sidelines. Alessandro Deiola may have to step in at center-back due to a knock that has sidelined Mina.
Predicted Lineups
| Juventus | Cagliari |
|---|---|
| Di Gregorio | Caprile |
| Kalulu | Zappa |
| Kelly | Deiola |
| Koopmeiners | Luperto |
| Cambiaso | Palestra |
| Locatelli | Adopo |
| Thuram | Prati |
| Kostic | Folorunsho |
| Conceicao | Obert |
| Yildiz | Esposito |
| Vlahovic | Borrelli |
Match Prediction
Given the historical context and current form, Juventus is favored to win this matchup. Although the Bianconeri are not at their best, they have a strong chance against a Cagliari side that has struggled on their travels. A 1-0 victory for Juventus seems likely.
