Monaco will host Juventus at Stade Louis-II on Wednesday evening in an important UEFA Champions League group stage match.
Juventus currently sits in 15th place with 12 points, coming off three consecutive UCL victories against Pafos, Bodø/Glimt, and Benfica, along with a 3-0 win against Napoli in Serie A, which strengthens their aim for a top-four finish in Italy.
For Juventus to have a chance for direct qualification to the knockout stage, they need to secure all three points in this final group match.
Although Monaco cannot qualify directly with a win, they will aim to avoid a loss that could jeopardize their chances in the tournament.
Juventus team news
Coach Luciano Spalletti brings a strong squad to France, although they will miss some important players. Star striker Dušan Vlahović is out due to adductor surgery, leading to Jonathan David starting in his place. Daniele Rugani is sidelined with a calf issue, while Arkadiusz Milik is dealing with knee problems.
The starting goalkeeper, Michele Di Gregorio, will be backed by a solid defensive lineup featuring Pierre Kalulu, Gleison Bremer, and Lloyd Kelly, with Andrea Cambiaso providing attacking options from the right.
In midfield, Manuel Locatelli and Képhren Thuram will offer stability, allowing Weston McKennie to play further up the pitch after scoring in his last three European matches.
Rising star Kenan Yıldız is gaining attention, with Spalletti humorously noting his unique talent, even as he seeks to bolster the forward lineup in January.
Jonathan David excelled in the recent wins against Benfica and Napoli, receiving mixed reviews from Spalletti, who acknowledged his skill but called for more intensity.
Juventus predicted lineup
Possible Juventus starting XI: Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso; Locatelli, Thuram; Conceicao, McKennie, Yıldız; David.
When will the match kick off?
The match is scheduled to start at 8pm BST on Wednesday, January 28.
How to watch Monaco vs Juventus?
Viewers in the UK can watch the match live on TNT Sports or discovery+.
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