- Date and Time: September 28, 17:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Luigi Ferraris, Genoa, Italy
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Genoa
Genoa finished in 11th place in the standings last season, scoring and conceding 45 goals each. This is a good result for a club with modest financial resources, especially considering their recent relegation and return to Serie A.
Under the management of Alberto Gilardino, Genoa has shown flashes of potential with credible draws against giants like Inter and Roma and a victory over Monza. However, losses to teams like Verona and Venice expose their unpredictable nature and hint at underlying issues that need addressing.
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However, defensive problems have led to a large number of chances allowed and seven goals conceded. Genoa defends in a 5-3-2 formation with large gaps between players, giving opponents a lot of space in front of the penalty area and half-spaces.
Genoa’s positional attacks often lack organization, causing players to act rather chaotically. This inefficiency is highlighted by their inability to register more than one shot on target in the majority of their matches.
Nevertheless, in counter-attacks, Genoa created problems for Roma and away against Inter, and it is possible that they will do so in the game against Juventus.
Juventus
Juventus has yet to concede a goal this season in Serie A, and they have the highest expected goals against (xGA) in the league.
Offensively, however, Juventus has struggled to mirror their defensive prowess. Scoring only six goals in the season points to difficulties in the attacking third, a scenario underscored by their low expected goals (xG) statistic, which is higher only than Monza.
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Juventus plays in a horizontal style, rarely making passes into dangerous areas of the opponent’s half. Furthermore, the players are still trying to adapt to the unique style of the new coach.
Interestingly, Juventus had three matches (against Como, Verona, and PSV) this season in which they scored three goals. They also had three matches that ended in a 0-0 draw against Empoli, Napoli, and Roma.
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Thiago Motta’s team finds it easiest to create scoring opportunities and goals against teams with defensive issues. For example, they defeated PSV by successfully beating defenders on the flanks and delivering dangerous passes into the penalty area, where the Dutch team appeared disorganized.
Bet hereGenoa vs Juventus Prediction
- Pick: Juventus to win
- Odds: 1.75 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Genoa 0-2 Juventus
Genoa drew with Roma and Inter largely due to defensive mistakes made by their opponents. However, Juventus is currently performing very well in defense, so they will likely neutralize the hosts’ attack.
Considering Genoa’s defensive problems, we can confidently expect at least one goal against Alberto Gilardino’s team. This should be enough for a comfortable victory over the opponent.
Genoa vs Juventus Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Juventus to win And Total Under 4.5
- Odds: 1.90 (22Bet)
Juventus is expected to win the match against Genoa, but they are not likely to score many goals. It is anticipated that Thiago Motta’s team will aim to win with minimal effort, scoring no more than three goals.
Genoa has been struggling to score goals this season, especially against strong opponents. It is unlikely that they will be able to score even a single goal in this match.
Additionally, Genoa’s defensive passivity may result in them allowing the opponent to have a lot of possession, leaving them with little time to build their own attacks.
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