Sunday afternoon brings a crucial Serie A clash at the Allianz Stadium, as Juventus look to take another big step toward securing Champions League football. With Hellas Verona already relegated following Lecce's win over Pisa, the visitors might seem like a pushover—but the Old Lady knows better than to take anything for granted.
Complacency is the real opponent here. After last weekend's frustrating stalemate against Milan, head coach Luciano Spalletti made it clear he expects an immediate response from his squad. Expect a fired-up Juventus side ready to prove a point in front of their home fans.
Spalletti is sticking with his trusted 3-4-2-1 formation, but with a tactical twist. Weston McKennie will start as a right wing-back, but with freedom to drift inside and create overloads in midfield—a role that suits his energetic, box-to-box style. Andrea Cambiaso holds down the left flank, while Michele Di Gregorio anchors a back three of Gleison Bremer, Pierre Kalulu, and Lloyd Kelly.
In midfield, Khephren Thuram is expected to shake off his physical concerns and start alongside captain Manuel Locatelli. Further forward, Kenan Yildiz—who trained separately this week due to knee inflammation—is tipped to return to the attacking trident, joining Jonathan David and Francisco Conceicao. But keep an eye on the fitness updates: La Gazzetta dello Sport gives both Teun Koopmeiners and Jeremie Boga a 45% chance of stepping in if Thuram or Yildiz aren't quite ready.
Dusan Vlahovic is likely to make an impact off the bench in the second half, while Arkadiusz Milik and Juan Cabal remain the only absentees. For Juventus fans, this is a chance to see the team bounce back and build momentum. For Verona, it's about pride—and that can make for a dangerous opponent.
Kickoff is set for 18:00 CET. Whether you're watching from the stands or your living room, this one promises drama, tactics, and plenty of passion.
