Luciano Spalletti has issued a stark warning to his Juventus squad ahead of their crucial Serie A clash with Lecce: repeat the same mistakes, and they'll pay the price.

The Bianconeri boss didn't mince words after last week's disappointing 1-1 draw against already-relegated Verona—a result that cost Juventus a golden chance to leapfrog AC Milan into third place. "We have some dominant performances, but then are too superficial in our attitude to finishing," Spalletti told Sky Sport Italia.

With Champions League qualification hanging in the balance, every point matters. Lecce, fighting to stay clear of the relegation zone, won't make it easy at the Stadio Via del Mare (kickoff at 19.45 UK time). This is a fixture with serious stakes on both sides.

Spalletti's frustration is clear, but his message goes beyond just this game. "There are windows in games—they last just a few moments. Being able to anticipate them and be ready is what takes you to the next level," he explained. "Football is a low-scoring sport, so if you only look at the score, you don't get the full picture."

The real challenge, according to Spalletti, is mental. "At Juventus, we don't learn to deal with pressure—we learn to use it, to be ready and funnel it." It's a philosophy that separates contenders from champions, and right now, his team needs to prove they can handle the heat.

There's good news on the personnel front: Dusan Vlahovic returns to the starting XI for the first time since November 29, following a serious adductor tear. He came off the bench to score against Verona last week and looks sharp. Kenan Yildiz also gets the nod, slotting into what appears to be a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Francisco Conceicao and Weston McKennie providing support.

For Juventus fans, this is a moment of truth. Can Spalletti's men channel the pressure into performance—or will another "superficial attitude" leave them chasing shadows in the Champions League race?