Big Match Analysis: Juventus vs Napoli in Serie A Italy

With just 5 games into the 2024/25 season, Serie A fans already have a major clash to look forward to. The 36-time champions Juventus are set to host 3-time champions Napoli at Allianz Arena. This encounter is not just a battle for supremacy but also a clash of pride, rooted in a rivalry dating back to the 1980s. In this article, V9Bet takes you through all the important details about this match, including team readiness, player lineups, betting odds, and predictions on who might emerge victorious.

Match Overview: The Bianconeri vs. The Azzura

This Serie A clash brings the northern city of Turin against the southern city of Naples. The two teams first faced each other on December 21, 1926, with Juventus winning 3-0. The rivalry truly began in the 1980s when Napoli became a serious title contender under the leadership of the legendary Diego Maradona. Although Juventus has been more successful, winning 87 of the 189 matches played between the teams, recent games show Napoli's strength, winning 3 of the last 5 encounters.

Venue Information for This Match

Allianz Stadium, the home of Juventus, was built on the site of the old Delle Alpi Stadium. It cost a total of 155 million euros and opened on September 8, 2011, with a seating capacity of 41,507. This makes it the sixth-largest stadium in Italy. It’s also the first stadium in the country not to feature traditional Italian architectural elements. Aside from being Juventus' home ground, this Italian football arena has also hosted the UEFA Europa League final in 2014, the UEFA Nations League in 2021, and the UEFA Women's Champions League final in 2022.

Juventus' Readiness and Last 5 Matches

Juventus underwent a significant team restructuring this summer, with manager Thiago Motta brought in from Bologna to usher in a new era. This led to a busy transfer market, with young talented players replacing older, less effective members of the squad. The results have been better than expected, as Juventus started the season with consecutive 3-0 wins against Como and Verona. Despite a goalless draw against Roma, it’s clear that Juventus is ready to challenge for the title again, having last won it in the 2019/20 season.

Last 5 Matches:

• 02/09/24: Draw vs Roma 0-0 (Home)
• 27/08/24: Win vs Verona 3-0 (Away)
• 20/08/24: Win vs Como 3-0 (Home)
• 11/08/24: Loss vs Atlético Madrid 0-2 (Neutral)
• 04/08/24: Draw vs Brest 2-2 (Neutral)

Napoli's Readiness and Last 5 Matches

Napoli, the Serie A champions in the 2022/23 season, also experienced major changes this summer. After a poor season with three managerial changes, they brought in Antonio Conte to take over. Conte wasted no time in revamping the squad, signing eight new players, with the highlight being Romelu Lukaku joining the attack, while star striker Victor Osimhen left the team. Despite a shaky start to the season, wins against Bologna and Parma have restored confidence in the Azzurri.

Last 5 Matches:

• 01/09/24: Win vs Parma 2-1 (Home)
• 26/08/24: Win vs Bologna 3-0 (Home)
• 18/08/24: Loss vs Verona 0-3 (Away)
• 11/08/24: Draw vs Modena 0-0 (Home)
• 03/08/24: Loss vs Girona 0-2 (Neutral)

Expected Lineups and Key Players for Both Teams

Thiago Motta, the coach of "The Old Lady" (Juventus), will be unable to field the young winger Francisco Conceição, who is suffering from a muscle injury after only 45 minutes on the pitch, as noted by V9Bet fans. As for the tall striker Arkadiusz Milik, he has recovered from a knee injury but still needs to undergo a fitness test, having been sidelined since June. Apart from that, there are no major concerns. The talented playmaker Kenan Yildiz is expected to start, orchestrating the attack alongside Samuel Iling-Junior and Andrea Cambiaso, with Dusan Vlahović leading the front line. The defense will be managed by Gleison Bremer and Federico Gatti.

Expected lineup:

• Juventus (4-2-3-1): Michele Di Gregorio; Nicolo Savona, Federico Gatti, Gleison Bremer, Juan Cuadrado; Manuel Locatelli, Nicolo Fagioli; Andrea Cambiaso, Kenan Yildiz, Samuel Iling-Junior; Dusan Vlahović

Antonio Conte, the coach of "Azzurri" (Napoli) and a former Juventus legend, returns to his old home as a rival in Serie A. His squad is in excellent condition, with no injuries or suspensions to worry about, allowing him to field his strongest lineup. Leading the attack will be the towering Romelu Lukaku, supported by the dynamic Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and David Neres. In midfield, captain Giovanni Di Lorenzo will partner with Stanislav Lobotka, André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, and Pasquale Mazzocchi.

Expected lineup:

• Napoli (3-4-2-1): Alex Meret; Mathias Olivera, Amir Rrahmani, Alessandro Buongiorno; Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Stanislav Lobotka, André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Pasquale Mazzocchi; David Neres, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia; Romelu Lukaku

Interesting Odds for this Serie A Match

IM Sports or Inplay Matrix has opened the Handicap odds with Juventus as the slight favorite at -0.25, which seems fair considering Juventus’ home-field advantage and crowd support. However, the teams' capabilities are quite close. The Over/Under score odds are set at 2.25 or two and a half goals, which is a relatively low number, considering both teams' attacking abilities. Interestingly, in the last 5 matches, only 2 games have had more than 2 goals.

Predictions, Match Analysis, and Score Forecast

Juventus under coach Thiago Motta focuses on a solid, cautious approach, leading to limited scoring opportunities in each game. The goalless draw against Roma proves the team still needs time to adjust. On the contrary, Antonio Conte's experience shows in Napoli's style of play. Despite using the old-school 3-4-2-1 formation, Napoli’s attacking football consistently threatens the opponent’s goal. V9Bet’s football analysts believe that after 90 minutes, Napoli will likely emerge victorious.

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Conclusion

This is a Serie A big match that may have come too early, as both teams are still in the process of building new squads and need time to fine-tune tactics and find their best lineups. However, with the prestige and rivalry for the championship, this will undoubtedly be an exciting and thrilling match full of memorable moments for football fans. If you’re a football lover, you can’t afford to miss this game. Sign up at V9Bet to watch the live stream for free today!