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Italian Serie A: Como 1907 vs Junventus
Kickoff Time: 2024-02-08 03:45 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Massimo Pinca
Como 1907 lost 0-2 away to Bologna in their last match, suffering a second consecutive defeat in the league. Currently, Como has a record of five wins, seven draws, and 11 losses, ranking 15th in the Serie A standings. The team is just two points above the relegation zone, and their survival situation is still not secure. To maintain their position in Serie A, Como signed a total of 10 players during the winter transfer window, including Maxence Caqueret, Anastasios Douvikas, Assane Diao, Dele Alli, and Jonathan Ikone, among others. At the same time, Como loaned out 12 players. On paper, Como’s signings undoubtedly enhance the overall strength of the team, but the squad has undergone a drastic change. The players’ chemistry and tactical play still need to be developed, and the recent two consecutive league defeats clearly reflect the team’s lack of cohesion.
Juventus, on the other hand, achieved a convincing 4-1 victory over Empoli in their last home match, finally ending a streak of three winless games across all competitions. Currently, Juventus has a record of nine wins, 13 draws, and one loss, placing them fifth in the Serie A standings, 14 points behind league leaders Napoli. It is now unlikely for Juventus to contend for the league title, but they still need to secure their Champions League spot. During this winter transfer window, the most notable signing for Juventus is undoubtedly the loan of forward Randal Kolo Muani from Paris Saint-Germain. This French forward scored three goals in his first two matches after joining, showcasing his movement, shooting, and ability to seize opportunities in the box. Muani’s arrival has not only injected new vitality into Juventus’s attacking line but has also provided more variations and options for the team’s tactical system.
In terms of overall strength and form, Juventus is clearly superior to Como. Additionally, Juventus’s tactical approach completely outclasses that of Como, and they do not face the same issues of squad cohesion. Overall, it would be reasonable to expect Juventus, who rebounded strongly with their recent big win, to secure another victory in this match.
Como 1907’s Last 5 Games: LLWLD
25-02-02 Bologna 2-0 Como 1907
25-01-25 Como 1907 1-2 Atalanta
25-01-21 Como 1907 4-1 Udinese
25-01-15 Como 1907 1-2 AC Milan
25-01-11 Lazio 1-1 Como 1907
Juventus’ Last 5 Games: WLLDW
25-02-02 Juventus 4-1 Empoli
25-01-30 Juventus 0-2 Benfica
25-01-26 Napoli 2-1 Juventus
25-01-22 Club Brugge 0-0 Juventus
24-01-19 Juventus 2-0 AC Milan
Head To Head Record:
24-08-20 Juventus 3-0 Como 1907
03-02-23 Como 1907 1-3 Juventus
02-10-06 Juventus 1-1 Como 1907
Prediction: Juventus to win