# | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | PTS |
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6 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 9 | 3 | +6 | 13 |
5 |
Juventus
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6 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 9 | 5 | +4 | 12 |
Juventus are showing consistent, yet not perfect, form. The team is unbeaten in their first five Serie A matches, having collected 11 points. However, their last two games ended in 1:1 draws against Hellas Verona and Atalanta, indicating issues with converting their dominance into wins. That said, their attacking potential is undeniable: in seven official matches this season, the Old Lady has failed to score only once. Particularly impressive were the 4:3 home victory over Inter and the 4:4 draw with Borussia in the Champions League, which highlighted both their attacking power and defensive vulnerability. The team has conceded at least one goal in four of their last five games.
Milan, sitting at the top of the table with 12 points, are in excellent form. After a defeat to Cremonese (1:2) on the opening matchday, the team has secured four consecutive victories, including three clean sheets. The Rossoneri have looked particularly convincing in away matches, beating Udinese (0:3) and Lecce (0:2). Their defensive line, which has conceded only 3 goals in 5 rounds, is organized and reliable. The attacking line is demonstrating efficiency, scoring an average of 1.8 goals per game in the league.
Head-to-head statistics show a clear advantage for Juventus. In the last four encounters, Milan failed to score a single goal. Three of these matches ended 0:0 or 0:1, and the most recent game in Turin finished 2:0 in favor of the hosts. This forms a persistent trend where these fixtures are characterized by low scoring and tactical caution. For Milan, this match will be a serious test of their ability to break this negative streak against a fierce rival.
The tactical setup promises a tense battle in midfield. Playing at home, Juventus will look to control possession and apply pressure through the flanks, utilizing set-pieces. A vulnerable point could be their defense, which is prone to positional errors, as was evident in the matches against Inter and Borussia. Milan will likely opt for a more flexible tactic, focusing on quick counter-attacks and pressing in the middle of the park. The key duel will be between the hosts' attack and the visitors' organized defense. Milan's ability to maintain concentration away from home will be a decisive factor.
Both clubs are in good form but have different motivational factors. Milan lead the league and want to confirm their ambitions, while Juventus aim to maintain their home fortress and break their series of draws. Considering the history of low-scoring head-to-head matches, Milan's current defensive stability, and Juventus' slight recent struggles to secure wins, the most likely outcome appears to be a draw. The visitors are expected to neutralize the hosts' attack but are unlikely to take excessive risks going forward in such a high-stakes match. Predicted score: 1:1.