Juventus is set to face Udinese in the Round of 16 of the Coppa Italia. The match will take place at the Allianz Stadium in Turin, kicking off at 21:00 CET (20:00 GMT). This marks an important fixture for both teams as they aim to advance further in the tournament.
Key Player Injuries and Line-Ups
The match comes with significant challenges for Juventus. Dusan Vlahovic, a key striker, is sidelined due to a serious muscle injury. He is expected to undergo surgery, which will keep him out of action for a minimum of three months. In his absence, manager Luciano Spalletti will rely on Jonathan David and Lois Openda to lead the attack.
Juventus Starting Line-Up
According to reports from Sky Sport Italia, there are several expected changes in Juventus’s formation:
- Formation: 3-4-1-2
- Goalkeeper: Di Gregorio
- Defenders: Kalulu, Gatti, Kelly
- Midfielders: Joao Mario, Teun Koopmeiners, Fabio Miretti, Kostic
- Attacking Midfielder: Vasilije Adzic or Francisco Conceiçao
- Forwards: Jonathan David, Lois Openda
Udinese Team Updates
On the other side, Udinese will miss the services of Thomas Kristensen and Hassane Kamara as they travel to Turin. The team is also expected to make significant rotations, with notable players like Keinan Davis and Nicolò Zaniolo likely starting on the bench.
- Formation: 3-5-2
- Goalkeeper: Sava
- Defenders: Goglichidze, Solet, Palma
- Midfielders: Ehizibue, Miller, Piotrowski, Ekkelenkamp, Modesto
- Forwards: Bravo, Buksa
How to Watch Juventus vs. Udinese
Football fans can catch the Coppa Italia showdown live. In the UK and Ireland, Premier Sports 2 will provide coverage. In the USA, viewers can follow the match via Paramount+. For live updates, consult Football Italia’s dedicated LIVEBLOG.
This match promises to be an exciting encounter as both squads look to progress in the Coppa Italia amidst tactical adjustments and player changes.
