- Date and Time: Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 21:00 GMT+1
- Venue: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy
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| Juventus vs Manchester City | December 11, 2024, 21:00 GMT+1 |
| Juventus odds | 3.76 |
| Manchester City odds | 2.016 |
| Draw | 3.42 |
| Over\Under | Total 2,5: 1.99/1.82 |
Juventus vs Manchester City Preview
Juventus
Juventus last suffered a defeat in the Champions League against Stuttgart on October 22nd. While Thiago Motta’s project may seem to be going well, that assumption would be mistaken. Motta’s Juventus are winless in their last four games, ending in draws.
Despite winning six matches, Juventus have drawn more games than they have won, with nine draws leaving them in 15th place. Considering this, it is no surprise that the team is only 6th in Serie A.
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The team’s Champions League performance has been equally underwhelming, with two victories, two draws, and one defeat. Across five matches, Juventus have scored seven goals while conceding five.
Thiago Motta has faced criticism from fans for failing to adapt his tactics to the players at his disposal. His idealistic approach is often considered naive and overly rigid. This is a common critique of modern coaches attempting to implement a Positional Play system at the highest level without sufficient experience.
| Recent Form | WDDDD |
| Key Player to Watch | Kenan Yildiz |
| Team Strengths | Strong individual talent, multiple sources of goal threat |
| Team Weaknesses | Lack of established identity, difficulty when defending transitions, difficulties maximising the potential of the team |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Bremer, Andrea Cambiaso, Juan Cabal, Nico González, Arkadiusz Milik |
Manchester City
If anyone had predicted at the start of the season that Manchester City would lose six consecutive matches, they would have been ridiculed. And yet, the unthinkable happened when Pep Guardiola appeared to lose his head and accidentally scratched himself with his nail.
The Citizens sit fourth and they have yet to find a solution for Rodri’s absence. They had all their chances in the Champions League but were caught off guard by Feyenoord, who held a 3-3 draw as Manchester City blew their 3-goal lead.
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— Manchester City (@ManCity) December 8, 2024
They might have won against Nottingham Forest (3-0), but the team was unable to win against Crystal Palace (2-2) and also lost against Liverpool at Anfield (2-0). At times, it feels like Pep Guardiola has changed, as he’s become louder as a character, saying he’s better than José Mourinho.
Four days after the match against Juventus, Manchester City will move on to the Manchester Derby. In their last five games, the Citizens only won one, a rarity under Pep Guardiola.
| Recent Form | LDLWD |
| Key Player to Watch | Erling Haaland |
| Team Strengths | Strong individual players, excellent threat in transition |
| Team Weaknesses | Injuries, lack of replacement for Rodri, overreliance on him covering ground |
| Key injuries and suspensions. | Rodri, Manuel Akanji, Nathan Aké, John Stones, Mateo Kovačić, Phil Foden and Oscar Bobb |
Juventus vs Manchester City Head-to-Head Statistics
The two teams have met only six times in their history, with Juventus winning three matches. The Citizens have won once, with the remaining two games ending in draws.
La Vecchia Signora won 1-0 in their last encounter, thanks to Mario Mandžukić scoring the only goal in the 18th minute.
Manchester City’s only victory against Juventus dates back to the 20th century. The Citizens won 1-0 in 1976 when Brian Kidd scored in the 43rd minute in the UEFA Super Cup. La Vecchia Signora, however, overturned the one-goal deficit in the second leg with a 2-1 score.
Bet hereJuventus vs Manchester City Player Focus
My first choice would have been Andrea Cambiaso, a midfielder who regularly scores with late runs in the penalty box. In his absence, the most logical choice would be Kenan Yildiz. He has become one of the most prominent talents in the league, although his goal record isn’t awe-inspiring (three goals in fifteen games).
However, his technical skills allow him to bypass any defender, and he’s been one of the team’s most threatening players from wide. The injury crisis at Manchester City, with Aké, Akanji, Rodri and John Stones missing, only amplifies his threat in the box.
Medical Update | Andrea Cambiaso
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As for Manchester City, Norwegian striker Erling Haaland stands out. His ridiculous record in front of the net speaks for itself, as he scored five goals in five games in the Champions League.
In the Premier League, Haaland scored thirteen goals in fifteen games. Bremer’s absence makes his path to the penalty box easier, with few defenders able to match him in physical duels. The Citizens may struggle as a collective, but Haaland is a gift that keeps on giving.
Juventus vs Manchester City Analysis
The match should provide an entertaining evening with both managers struggling to configure their teams as the injury plague ruins their plans. Pep Guardiola hasn’t figured out how to set his team up without Rodri. On the other hand, Juventus have been unable to keep a clean sheet, ending with many draws and an over-reliance on Teun Koopmeiners in front of the net.
Both teams struggle to defend without their best defenders, which should see a game full of goals. Manchester City will likely push for a more direct approach, as players will look to find Haaland in the penalty box.
Juventus vs Manchester City Prediction
- Football pick: Manchester City to win
- Odds: 2.01 (22Bet)
- Score prediction: Juventus 1-2 Manchester City
My bet stays on City’s lines despite the Citizens’ struggles last week. While it’s true that their form is worrying, it would be irresponsible to omit Thiago Motta’s struggle. His team hasn’t won in four games, and it’s unlikely he’ll be able to stop a hungry Manchester City.
Thiago Motta is still a beginner in this game, and Cambiaso’s injury may also force him to temporarily change his plans. On the other hand, it would be surprising to see either team keep a clean sheet, considering their struggles on the defensive end.
Juventus vs Manchester City Betting Tip
- Football Pick: Erling Haaland to score
- Odds: 2.1 (22Bet)
In five games, Erling Haaland scored five goals in the Champions League. This figure alone justifies the bet, as the Norwegian keeps striking. Additionally, Bremer’s absence makes things easier for Haaland, who will be the main threat in the penalty box. If anyone’s scoring, it’s certainly him.
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