This encounter promises to be a gripping clash between two of Italy's top football teams.
The highly anticipated Serie A match between Juventus and Napoli is set to take place on December 8, 2023, at the Allianz Stadium in Turin.
This encounter promises to be a gripping clash between two of Italy's top football teams.
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17:16 - 07.12.2023
Chelsea legend Gianfranco Zola on Victor Osimhen: 'He will do great things at Stamford Bridge'
Gianfranco Zola has said Napoli striker Victor Osimhen will do well at Chelsea if he arrives from Napoli in the coming transfer window.
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07:45 - 07.12.2023
Victor Osimhen: 3 likely reasons why Napoli players are allegedly refusing to pass the ball to the Super Eagles striker
Fans are speculating that Napoli players are intentionally starving Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen of service and here are the likely reasons they aren't passing to him
Recent Forms and Team News
Juventus, currently second in the Serie A standings, have been defensively solid this season, conceding only nine times in the first 14 rounds.
Despite their strong defence, Juventus have struggled in the attack, scoring the fewest goals of any team in the current Serie A top six.
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They will be without Timothy Weah and Mattia De Sciglio due to injuries, but Alex Sandro and Danilo are back, likely starting on the bench.
Napoli, the defending champions, have faced a slump recently. They are significantly strengthened by the return of striker Victor Osimhen, who made his first start in two months last weekend.
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19:28 - 07.12.2023
Doping: Paul Pogba faces maximum four-year ban from football
Anti-doping prosecutors in Italy have requested a maximum four-year ban for Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba after the Frenchman tested positive for testosterone.
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23:20 - 01.12.2023
Juventus send Osimhen's Napoli a message with late win over Monza
Juventus staged a dramatic comeback to beat Monza in a nail-biter. Up next for the Old Lady is a clash against the champions at Allianz Arena.
However, they are dealing with injury concerns of their own, with Mathias Olivera, Mario Rui, and Giovanni Di Lorenzo possibly missing the game.
Probable Lineups:
Juventus: Szczesny; Gatti, Bremer, Rugani; Cambiaso, McKennie, Nicolussi Caviglia, Rabiot, Kostic; Chiesa, Vlahovic.
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Napoli: Meret; Rrahmani, Ostigard, Natan; Politano, Zambo Anguissa, Lobotka, Zielinski; Raspadori, Osimhen, Kvaratskhelia.
Key Players
For Juventus, the spotlight will be on forwards Federico Chiesa and Dusan Vlahovic, while Napoli's hopes will largely rest on the shoulders of Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
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15:56 - 06.12.2023
Think carefully before leaving Napoli - Victor Osimhen warned by Insigne
Lorenzo Insigne wants to see Victor Osimhen and SSC Napoli continue their relationship in Serie A.
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16:00 - 05.12.2023
Osimhen to Chelsea: Is the Super Eagles striker really worth £120m?
Napoli reportedly want Chelsea to break their transfer record to sign Victor Osimhen but is the Nigerian striker worth that much to the Blues?
Historical Head-to-Head Record
Juventus has a mixed record against Napoli in recent times, having defeated them just once in their last seven league meetings. Napoli, on the other hand, has lost 70 Serie A games to Juventus, a joint-highest alongside Inter Milan.
Playing Styles and Tactics
Juventus, under Massimiliano Allegri, are known for their pragmatic approach, relying heavily on a robust defensive setup. Napoli, managed by Walter Mazzarri, has traditionally been more attacking, but they have struggled for consistency this season.
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08:00 - 05.12.2023
Come to Chelsea, Arsenal — Nigerians beg Osimhen to DUMP Napoli for Premier League move
After Pulse Sports reported that fans of Victor Osimhen have asked him to leave Napoli, it has emerged that their preferred choice would be a Premier League move.
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15:26 - 05.12.2023
Chelsea Targets Victor Osimhen in bold move to boost squad under Pochettino
Chelsea, a titan in the Premier League, has set its sights on a new target: Victor Osimhen, the Nigerian sensation making waves at SSC Napoli.
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23:54 - 03.12.2023
It’s time to leave - Nigerians urge Osimhen to quit Napoli after teammates refused to pass the ball to him
Fans of Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen have asked him to leave Napoli after it appears his teammates are refusing to play the ball to him.
Betting Tips and Predictions
While predictions in football are always tricky, experts suggest a low-scoring affair, with under 3.5 goals being a likely scenario. Some predictions lean towards a Juventus victory, considering their home record, but a draw cannot be ruled out given the stakes and the recent forms of both teams.
Time and Where to Watch
The match time is 8:45 pm WAT, and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels for live coverage closer to the match, like SuperSports.
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