Juventus is set to face Parma on Sunday, February 1, at the Stadio Ennio Tardini. This match is crucial as Juventus aims to close the gap on Serie A leaders Inter Milan.
Parma Team News
Parma is struggling with a series of injuries ahead of their clash with Juventus. Goalkeeper Zion Suzuki will be out due to a broken hand, with Edoardo Corvi taking his place. The defense faces challenges as Lautaro Valenti is out with a muscle injury, and Abdoulaye N’Diaye is doubtful.
- Matija Frigan is sidelined with a cruciate ligament injury.
- Hernani is also out with an ankle issue.
- Mateo Pellegrino is a key offensive player, responsible for 43% of Parma’s goals this season.
- Jacob Ondrejka will support Pellegrino in the attack.
New midfielders Hans Nicolussi Caviglia and Franco Carboli, recently signed on loan, may feature in some capacity.
Juventus Team News
Juventus, under coach Luciano Spalletti, is managing several injuries but remains optimistic. Dusan Vlahovic is recovering from an adductor injury and won’t participate, while defender Daniele Rugani is sidelined due to a calf issue. Arkadiusz Milik continues his rehabilitation away from the team.
- Kenan Yildiz has returned to the lineup, having scored eight league goals this season, surpassing his previous season’s total.
- Jonathan David will lead the forward line in Vlahovic’s absence.
- Manuel Locatelli is expected to return to the midfield after European competition rotation.
Recent Form
Parma
Parma’s recent form has been disappointing. They suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Atalanta. Prior to that, they managed a goalless draw against Genoa and Napoli. Their recent highlight was a 2-1 win over Lecce. Currently, they sit in 15th place with 23 points.
Juventus
In contrast, Juventus is enjoying strong form. They recently secured a 3-0 victory against Napoli, showcasing their dominance by limiting Napoli to just one shot on target. Jonathan David, Kenan Yildiz, and Filip Kostic scored in that match, propelling Juventus to 42 points, just one behind Roma.
Predicted Lineups
| Parma | Juventus |
|---|---|
| Corvi | Di Gregorio |
| Delprato, Circati, Troilo | Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso |
| Britschgi, Bernabe, Keita, Sorensen, Valenti | Locatelli, Thuram |
| Ondrejka | Conceicao, McKennie, Yildiz |
| Pellegrino | David |
How to Watch Parma vs Juventus
Fans in the UK and Ireland can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1 and DAZN.
