Match Overview
On February 12, 2024, Juventus will face off against Udinese at the Allianz Stadium in a Serie A match. The odds heavily favor Juventus with a win probability of 1.44, while the chances of a draw stand at 4.79 and an away victory for Udinese at 9.05.
Historical Face-Off
In their previous encounters, Juventus has been dominant against Udinese. In their most recent clash on August 20, 2023, Juventus secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over Udinese. Looking back further into their history, we can see that Juventus has consistently performed well against Udinese.
In fact, in the last eight matches between these two teams across all competitions, Juventus emerged victorious in six matches and drew twice. Goals have also been plentiful in these matchups, with three or more goals being scored on multiple occasions.
Local Team’s Recent Form
Juventus has been performing admirably recently, winning four out of their last six matches across all competitions. Their only defeat came at the hands of Inter Milan in a close encounter that ended with a scoreline of 1-0.
In Serie A specifically, Juventus currently sits in second place with an impressive tally of 53 points from 23 matches played. They have won 16 matches and drawn five while suffering only two losses so far this season.
At home, Juventus has proven to be formidable opponents for any team they face. In their eleven home matches in Serie A this season, they remain unbeaten with eight wins and three draws.
In their most recent match against Empoli on February 4th, Juventus settled for a disappointing draw with a final scoreline of 1-1 despite dominating possession throughout the game.
Away Team’s Recent Form
Udinese has struggled in their recent outings, winning only one of their last six matches. They have lost three matches and drawn two, leaving them with just five points from a possible 18.
Their current league position reflects their struggles, as they sit in 16th place with just 19 points from 23 matches played. Their goal difference stands at -14, indicating defensive frailties that they will need to address.
In away matches this season, Udinese has had a difficult time securing victories. They have managed only one win on the road, along with six draws and four losses.
Their most recent match against Monza ended in a goalless draw on February 3rd. This result highlights their struggles in front of goal and the need for improvement if they are to challenge Juventus.
Key Players Spotlight
For Juventus, Moise Kean has been a standout performer this season. Despite not scoring many goals, his presence on the pitch is crucial to creating opportunities for his teammates. Federico Chiesa has also been impressive with six goals and one assist so far this campaign.
Udinese’s Florian Thauvin is a key player to watch out for as he possesses the ability to change games with his creativity and clinical finishing. Additionally, Roberto Pereyra’s contributions in midfield cannot be overlooked as he provides stability and creativity in equal measure.
Statistical Insights
Looking at recent statistics from both teams’ performances across all competitions, Juventus has scored an average of 2.17 goals per game while conceding just 0.65 goals per game on average. Their solid defensive record combined with their attacking prowess makes them formidable opponents.
On the other hand, Udinese has struggled defensively recently by conceding an average of 1.57 goals per game while scoring an average of just one goal per game themselves.
Match Prediction: Juventus 2 – 0 Udinese
Considering the historical dominance of Juventus over Udinese, their strong recent form, and home advantage, it is likely that Juventus will come out on top in this match. Based on the gathered data and analysis, a predicted scoreline of Juventus 2 – 0 Udinese seems plausible.
