Juventus vs Empoli: Live Stream, Prediction & Lineups

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Juventus Overview

Juventus are eager to bounce back from recent setbacks. After a 2-0 loss to SL Benfica in the Champions League that pushed them down to 20th in that competition, and a 2-1 defeat to Napoli in Serie A, they are winless in their last three matches. Despite these struggles, the Bianconeri remain unbeaten at home this season—a bright spot in their campaign.

Historically, Juventus have dominated Empoli in Turin, winning 80% of their meetings. However, manager Thiago Motta is under pressure. With only eight wins from 22 league games— their worst start since 1988—Juventus need a strong performance. New signing Randal Kolo Muani, who made an instant impact by scoring on his debut against Napoli, could be the spark they need to reignite their attack.

Team News & Tactics: Juventus

Injury Updates:
- First-choice centre-back Pierre Kalulu is out with a muscular injury.
- Andrea Cambiaso is set to return after missing the midweek game against Benfica due to an ankle issue.
Tactics:
- Juventus are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
- Mattia Perin will guard the goal.
- The back four is likely to include Nicolo Savona (right-back), Federico Gatti and Renato Veiga (central defenders), and Andrea Cambiaso (left-back).
- In midfield, Manuel Locatelli and Marcus Thuram should provide balance.
- The attacking trio will feature Kenan Yildiz on the right, Teun Koopmeiners as the playmaker in the middle, and Facundo Gonzalez on the left.
- Randal Kolo Muani is expected to lead the line as the lone striker, with Dusan Vlahovic possibly coming off the bench.

Probable Juventus Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Perin; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Yildiz, Koopmeiners, Gonzalez; Kolo Muani

Empoli Overview

Empoli come into this game facing big challenges as they hover near the Serie A relegation zone. A 1-1 draw with Bologna has extended their winless run to seven matches. Although Empoli have struggled at home in Turin—winning just once this season—they have shown some resilience on the road, which might offer hope for an upset.

Recent head-to-head records show that Empoli have managed draws in their last two matches against Juventus, including a 0-0 result in September. However, over the longer term, Empoli have found it hard to break down the Turin giants, winning only once in their last four encounters.

Team News & Tactics: Empoli

Injury & Suspension Concerns:
- Ola Solbakken is out, along with long-term absentees Pietro Pellegri, Nicolas Haas, Saba Sazonov, and Tyronne Ebuehi.
- Key defender Mattia Viti is doubtful with an adductor issue.
- Alberto Grassi and Giuseppe Pezzella are suspended.
Tactics:
- Empoli are likely to use a 3-4-2-1 formation.
- Devis Vasquez will start in goal.
- The defensive trio might include Saba Goglichidze, Ardian Ismajli, and Mattia De Sciglio.
- Wing-backs Emmanuel Gyasi and Liberato Cacace will help provide width, while Liam Henderson and Tino Anjorin hold the center.
- In attack, Jacopo Fazzini and Sebastiano Esposito are expected to support the lone striker, Lorenzo Colombo, who will be tasked with breaking down Juventus’ defense.

Probable Empoli Lineup (3-4-2-1):
Vasquez; Goglichidze, Ismajli, De Sciglio; Gyasi, Henderson, Anjorin, Cacace; Fazzini, Esposito; Colombo

Key Stats

Juventus vs. Empoli: Juventus have won 80% of their home matches against Empoli, although the last two meetings ended in draws.
Recent Form:
- Juventus have won just one of their last four Serie A games.
- Empoli have avoided defeat in only 7 of their last 24 league matches against Juventus.
Match Timing: Empoli have only won one of their last 14 Serie A matches played on Sunday at 12:30 PM, failing to score in 10 of those games.
Home Record: Juventus remain the only unbeaten team at home in Serie A this season, with a high number of draws keeping their record intact.

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Randal Kolo Muani
The French forward has quickly made a name for himself at Juventus by scoring on his league debut against Napoli. With his pace, physicality, and smart movement, Kolo Muani is proving to be a key player in Juventus’ attack. He could be the first to score in his first two league matches for the club since Carlos Tevez in 2013, and he will be looking to exploit Empoli’s defensive weaknesses.

Juventus vs Empoli Prediction

A strong home record and a history of success against Empoli should give Juventus the edge. With Randal Kolo Muani expected to lead the attack and improve their current form, the prediction is: