juventus vs Milan Prediction

 

A fascinating clash awaits us in Serie A as fifth-placed Juventus hosts seventh-placed AC Milan on January 18th, 2025. Both teams find themselves in the thick of the battle for European places, making this a pivotal encounter in the race for Champions League qualification. 

 

Juventus vs AC Milan Form 

 

Juventus, currently sitting in fifth position, are unbeaten in their last 28 Serie A matches. This impressive run, however, is characterised by a high number of draws (13 in total). Their recent form has seen them draw their last two matches, highlighting a potential vulnerability despite their unbeaten streak. In their six most recent encounters against AC Milan, Juventus have won once, drawn three times, and lost twice. 

 

AC Milan, occupying seventh place, are undefeated in their last nine of 10 Serie A matches, showcasing a recent resurgence. They've also shown a strong record against Juventus in recent years, losing just once in their last seven away matches against the Bianconeri across all competitions. 

 

Juventus vs AC Milan Predicted Lineups and Team News 

 

 

Juventus Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): M. D. Gregorio; McKennie, Kalulu, Gatti, Savona; Thuram, Locatelli; Yildiz, Koopmeiners, González; Vlahovic 

 

Juventus will be without Bremer, Milik, Cabal, and Conceição due to injuries. The absence of Bremer is a significant blow to their defensive solidity. 

 

AC Milan Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1): Maignan; Hernández, Tomori, Gabbia, Royal; Reijnders, Fofana; Musah, Leão, Abraham; Jiménez 

 

AC Milan will be missing Florenzi, Chukwueze, Okafor, and Loftus-Cheek through injury. More significantly, Álvaro Morata is suspended for this match, impacting their attacking options. Christian Pulisic is also doubtful. 

 

Juventus vs AC Milan Tactical Analysis 

 

Juventus, under their current system, have shown strengths in finishing scoring chances and creating individual opportunities. Their preference for possession-based football and short passing could clash with AC Milan's counter-attacking style and propensity for through balls. Juventus's weakness in aerial duels could be exploited by AC Milan. 

 

AC Milan's strengths lie in their swift counter-attacks and ability to create chances through through balls. Their defensive prowess, particularly in defending set pieces, will be tested against Juventus' attacking threat. However, their own weakness in aerial duels, similar to Juventus, presents a potential point of vulnerability. The clash between these two team's styles will be interesting to watch, with the home side's possession style likely to be challenged by the away side's direct attacking approach. 

 

Juventus vs AC Milan Key Battle: Dusan Vlahovic vs Fikayo Tomori 

 

This match hinges on the battle between Juventus's main striker, Dusan Vlahovic, and AC Milan's central defender, Fikayo Tomori. Vlahovic's clinical finishing will be crucial for Juventus's chances of scoring, while Tomori's defensive capabilities will be key in keeping the home team at bay. The success of either player in this individual battle will likely significantly influence the match's outcome.

 

Juventus vs AC Milan Score Prediction 

 

While Juventus boasts a strong unbeaten home record, their recent struggles to convert dominance into victories and the significant injuries to their defence make them vulnerable. AC Milan, despite missing key players, possess the pace and counter-attacking prowess to exploit any defensive lapse. Given Juventus’ unbeaten record, a 2-0 home win is possible.