Juventus Vs Roma

Following a dazzling start to the new season, a revitalized Juventus will host Roma at Allianz Stadium on Sunday evening, aiming to secure their third consecutive win in Serie A.

The Bianconeri have not only outshone their Roman rivals recently but have also made a remarkable beginning to the 2024-25 campaign.

Match Preview

Juventus FC's Gleison Bremer celebrates with teammates after scoring during their Serie A TIM match against AS Roma on August 4, 2024. © Imago

Juventus have surged to the top of the early Serie A standings, with six goals, two clean sheets, and maximum points from their opening fixtures. They currently lead the table ahead of their arch-rivals and reigning champions Inter Milan.

After a commanding 3-0 victory over Como on the first matchday, Juventus continued their impressive form with a decisive win against Hellas Verona, a team that had recently defeated Napoli. Dusan Vlahovic, last season's top scorer, made a significant impact by netting twice at Stadio Bentegodi.

Juventus' attacking prowess is matched by their defensive solidity. Under Thiago Motta, the team has shown remarkable resilience at the back, allowing the fewest shots on target across Europe’s top five leagues.

Following a challenging second stint for Max Allegri, Juventus turned to Motta to restore the club’s former glory. Early indications suggest that Juventus is poised to be a serious contender for the Scudetto.

The summer transfer window has breathed new life into the Juventus squad, and the team will soon turn their attention to a Champions League campaign that promises exciting challenges. The draw has placed them in a group with Manchester City, Benfica, and Aston Villa, setting the stage for a thrilling European adventure.

Now, Juventus stands on the brink of achieving a rare feat: winning their first three Serie A matches of a season for the first time in six years. They face Roma, a team they have consistently outperformed at home.

Roma’s Recent Struggles

Roma's Paulo Dybala in August 2024. © Imago

Roma's recent record against Juventus in Serie A has been dismal, with the Giallorossi losing 11 of their last 13 away games at Allianz Stadium. Moreover, Roma have conceded goals in each of their last 21 encounters in Turin. Their last clean sheet in this fixture dates back to September 2001, when Gabriel Batistuta scored in a rare win.

The two sides last met in May, playing to a 1-1 draw at Stadio Olimpico, as Roma secured their third consecutive sixth-place finish in the league.

Despite a disappointing end to the previous season, Daniele De Rossi was appointed as Roma’s permanent head coach. However, his tenure has started slowly, with the team struggling to find their rhythm.

Roma have won just one of their last nine matches across all competitions. Their campaign began with a draw against Cagliari, followed by a surprising home defeat to Empoli. In the latter match, Roma were trailing by two goals before a late header from substitute Eldor Shomurodov offered a glimmer of hope. The evening had started with celebrations over Paulo Dybala's decision to stay, but it ended in disappointment.

With the Italian transfer window closing in a frenzy, De Rossi’s revamped squad now faces the challenge of bouncing back against one of their most formidable opponents. As they head to Turin, Roma will need to overcome their recent poor form and prove their mettle against Juventus.