Italian giants Juventus are currently in turmoil while lingering in relegation this week as they travel to Spezia. The match schedules for Wednesday at the Orogel Stadium-Dino Manuzzi, with kickoff at 7:30 pm.
The hosts enjoyed their first victory in Serie A during the weekend with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Venezia. On the other hand, Juventus shared spoils in a thrilling 1-1 draw to AC Milan last weekend.
The domestic form for the Old Lady is far from being underwhelming. However, their misfortunes took a different turn in the Champions League after winning against Malmo in the group stages.
However, Maximiliano Allegri was unable to capitalize on their form during their weekend clash with AC Milan. Alvaro Morata opened the scoring account while flicking the ball past Maignan. The Old Lady seemed to hold on to their first win in Serie A before Ante Rebic headed a corner kick to share the spoils.
The draw meant the Allegri continued slipping into relegation while remaining eight points behind Inter Milan and Serie A in the table rankings. Their last clean sheet dates back to March in their routine 3-0 win over their Wednesday opponents.
On the other hand, Spezia claimed their first win thrillingly with a 2-1 victory over Venezia. Their win meant that Thiago Motta’ men climbed above the red line while moving two points above their Wednesday opponents.
Spezia vs. Juventus Head to Head
Both sides have four games against each other, with Spezia taking one win while Juventus with two wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
- Venezia 1-2 Spezia
- Spezia 0-1 Udinese
- Lazio 6-1 Spezia
- Cagliari 2-2 Spezia
- Pordenone 1-3 Spezia
Away
- Juventus 1-1 Milan
- Malmo 0-3 Juventus
- Napoli 2-1 Juventus
- Juventus 0-1 Empoli
- Udinese 2-2 Juventus
Spezia Team News
Petko Hristov looks set to slide into the defensive duties after Martin Erlic came off the pitch after a suspected hamstring injury. Barcelona loanee Rey Manaj is finding it hard to break into the starting lineup. Thiago Motta looks hell-bent on maintaining a 3-4-3 formation in their attacking form.
Juventus Team News
Injury absentees at the camp include Brazilian duo Arthur and Kaio Jorge. Furthermore, Federico Chiesa and Federico Bernadeschi are doubts this week for Allegri. Matthijs de Ligt sets to continue spell on the bench to pave way for Bonucci and Chielleni.
Prediction and Odds
Even though their form is under speculation, it is only a matter of time before the Old Lady regains their form.
- Juventus Win
- Goals Over 2.5
- Both Teams to Score
