Juventus Faces Napoli: Official Serie A Line-ups Revealed
Juventus is set to face Napoli in a highly anticipated Serie A clash at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin. The match kicks off at 17:00 GMT (18:00 CET) and marks a significant event in their competitive history.
Match Preview
This encounter is steeped in rivalry, particularly with coaches Luciano Spalletti from Juventus and Antonio Conte from Napoli at the helm. Both have previously managed their respective rival teams, amplifying the stakes of this match.
Current Team Status
Both teams are facing challenges due to injuries. Napoli’s situation has become critical, as they have won only one of their last five competitive matches. The latest setback includes a draw against ten-man Copenhagen in the Champions League, which adds pressure on the squad.
Injury Updates
- Vanja Milinkovic-Savic: Out with a muscular injury, leading to Alex Meret starting his first match since November.
- David Neres: Undergoing ankle surgery, prompting the swift addition of Giovane from Verona for €20 million.
- Other absentees: Matteo Politano, Amir Rrahmani, Pasquale Mazzocchi, Kevin De Bruyne, Andre Frank Zambo Anguissa, and Billy Gilmour.
Juventus Line-up
For Juventus, several key players are missing, including Dusan Vlahovic, Daniele Rugani, and Arek Milik. Francisco Conceicao returns to the starting lineup, with Jonathan David leading the attack.
Juventus Starting XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Di Gregorio |
| Defenders | Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso |
| Midfielders | Locatelli, Thuram |
| Forwards | Conceicao, McKennie, Yildiz |
Napoli Line-up
Napoli will rely on youth, with Antonio Vergara starting yet again alongside Eljif Elmas and Rasmus Hojlund due to numerous absences.
Napoli Starting XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Meret |
| Defenders | Di Lorenzo, Buongiorno, Juan Jesus |
| Midfielders | Gutierrez, Lobotka, McTominay, Spinazzola |
| Forwards | Vergara, Elmas, Hojlund |
This Serie A match promises intensity, given the historical rivalry between Juventus and Napoli. Both teams are keen to secure three vital points in this season’s competitive environment.