In a highly anticipated Serie A clash, Bologna will host Juventus at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara on Monday, May 20, 2024.
Both teams are vying for a top-four finish, making this encounter crucial for their Champions League aspirations.
Team News and Lineups
Bologna
Bologna will be without three key players due to injuries. Striker Joshua Zirkzee is sidelined with a hamstring issue, leaving Jens Odgaard or Santiago Castro to fill in.
Midfielder Lewis Ferguson and defender Adama Soumaoro are also out with ACL injuries.
Bologna's probable lineup includes: Skorupski; Posch, Lucumi, Calafiori, Kristiansen; Freuler, Aebischer; Orsolini, Urbanski, Ndoye; Odgaard.
Juventus
Juventus will miss Mattia De Sciglio due to a muscle injury, and Paul Pogba remains suspended.
Dusan Vlahovic, celebrating his 100th appearance, will lead the attack with Federico Chiesa. Wojciech Szczesny is expected to return as goalkeeper.
Juventus's probable lineup includes: Szczesny; Danilo, Gatti, Bremer; Cambiaso, Rabiot, McKennie, Miretti, Kostic; Vlahovic, Chiesa.
Recent Form
Bologna has been in formidable form, boasting an eight-game unbeaten streak and impressive defensive solidity, with six clean sheets in their last eight matches.
Their strong home record makes them a tough opponent for Juventus.
Juventus, on the other hand, has struggled recently, with only two wins in their last 15 Serie A matches and no victories in their last seven away games.
The departure of Massimiliano Allegri following a tumultuous period adds to their current instability.
Prediction
Given Juventus's recent struggles and Bologna's robust form, especially at home, the hosts are favoured to edge out a narrow victory.
We're expecting Bologna's defensive strength to counter Juventus's attack effectively.
Our Prediction: Bologna 1-0 Juventus
FAQ
When is the Bologna vs Juventus match scheduled? The match is scheduled for Monday, May 20, 2024, at 7:45 PM UK time.
Where will the Bologna vs Juventus match be played? The match will take place at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara in Bologna.
What is the significance of this match? Both teams are competing for a top-four finish in Serie A, which would qualify them for next season's Champions League.
What are the recent forms of Bologna and Juventus? Bologna is on an eight-game unbeaten streak with six clean sheets in their last eight matches. Juventus has struggled recently, with only two wins in their last 15 Serie A matches and no victories in their last seven away games.
Who are the key players missing for Bologna? Bologna will be without striker Joshua Zirkzee (hamstring injury), midfielder Lewis Ferguson (ACL injury), and defender Adama Soumaoro (ACL injury).
Who are the key players missing for Juventus?Juventus will miss Mattia De Sciglio due to a muscle injury and Paul Pogba, who is suspended.
How has Juventus's recent managerial change affected the team? Juventus recently sacked Massimiliano Allegri after a tumultuous period. Youth team coach Paolo Montero is currently managing the team, which has added to their instability.
What are the stakes for Bologna in this match? A victory would help Bologna secure a top-four finish and a place in next season's Champions League for the first time in their history.
