Juventus vs Atalanta Preview: Team News, Lineups & Prediction
Juventus vs Atalanta Serie A
Serie A
Juventus
Atalanta- INFO
- Lineups
- Stats
- Events
- Standings
Juventus
4-2-3-1
Atalanta
3-4-3Attack
Defence
Cards
General
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 
Napoli | 38 | 24 | 10 | 4 | 82 |
| 2 | 
Inter | 38 | 24 | 9 | 5 | 81 |
| 3 |
Atalanta | 38 | 22 | 8 | 8 | 74 |
| 4 |
Juventus | 38 | 18 | 16 | 4 | 70 |
| 5 | 
AS Roma | 38 | 20 | 9 | 9 | 69 |
| 6 | 
Fiorentina | 38 | 19 | 8 | 11 | 65 |
| 7 | 
Lazio | 38 | 18 | 11 | 9 | 65 |
| 8 | 
AC Milan | 38 | 18 | 9 | 11 | 63 |
| 9 | 
Bologna | 38 | 16 | 14 | 8 | 62 |
| 10 | 
Como | 38 | 13 | 10 | 15 | 49 |
| 11 | 
Torino | 38 | 10 | 14 | 14 | 44 |
| 12 | 
Udinese | 38 | 12 | 8 | 18 | 44 |
| 13 | 
Genoa | 38 | 10 | 13 | 15 | 43 |
| 14 | 
Verona | 38 | 10 | 7 | 21 | 37 |
| 15 | 
Parma | 38 | 7 | 15 | 16 | 36 |
| 16 | 
Cagliari | 38 | 9 | 9 | 20 | 36 |
| 17 | 
Lecce | 38 | 8 | 10 | 20 | 34 |
| 18 | 
Empoli | 38 | 6 | 13 | 19 | 31 |
| 19 | 
Venezia | 38 | 5 | 14 | 19 | 29 |
| 20 | 
Monza | 38 | 3 | 9 | 26 | 18 |
Serie A fans are in for a thrilling encounter as Juventus host Atalanta at the Allianz Stadium on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at 20:45 GMT+1. This game is a must-win for both sides as they look to keep pace with league leaders Inter Milan. Juventus enter the match on a five-game winning streak, while Atalanta sit three points ahead in third place.
Juventus have showcased defensive resilience, conceding the fewest goals in Serie A, whereas Atalanta have been lethal in attack, with Mateo Retegui and Ademola Lookman scoring a combined 33 league goals. With key absentees on both sides, this fixture promises high tension and drama.
Juventus Team News & Predicted Lineup
Juventus manager Thiago Motta has built a side known for its defensive solidity, but injuries could force tactical adjustments. Key players missing include:
- Francisco Conceicao
- Renato Veiga
- Gleison Bremer
- Douglas Luiz
- Arkadiusz Milik
With these absences, Motta is expected to tweak his lineup while maintaining Juventus’ structured defensive setup.
Predicted Juventus Lineup (4-2-3-1)
GK: Di Gregorio
DEF: Weah, Gatti, Kelly, Cambiaso
MID: Thuram, Locatelli
ATT: Yildiz, McKennie, Gonzalez
ST: Kolo Muani
Working with #JuveAtalanta in our sights 📹⤵️
— JuventusFC 🇬🇧🇺🇸 (@juventusfcen) March 6, 2025
Atalanta Team News & Predicted Lineup
Atalanta have established themselves as one of the most dangerous attacking teams in Serie A but face their own set of injury concerns. Unavailable players include:
- Isak Hien
- Odilon Kossounou
- Giorgio Scalvini
- Gianluca Scamacca
Despite these setbacks, Gian Piero Gasperini is likely to stick to his aggressive style of play.
Predicted Atalanta Lineup (3-4-2-1)
GK: Carnesecchi
DEF: Posch, Djimsiti, Kolasinac
MID: Cuadrado, De Roon, Ederson, Zappacosta
ATT: De Ketelaere, Lookman
ST: Retegui
Duván 💥💪🏾#JuveAtalanta #GoAtalantaGo ⚫️🔵 pic.twitter.com/2uGMmGNjVu
— Atalanta B.C. (@Atalanta_BC) March 7, 2025
Key Battles to Watch in Juventus vs Atalanta
Juventus’ Defense vs. Atalanta’s Attack
Juventus’ solid backline will be put to the test by Atalanta’s high-intensity attack. If Lookman and Retegui can break through, it could spell trouble for the hosts.
Midfield Battle: Locatelli vs. De Roon
The battle between Manuel Locatelli and Marten De Roon will dictate the tempo. Juventus thrive on structured play, while Atalanta prefer fast, attacking transitions.
Set-Piece Threats
Both teams have strong aerial threats, with Juventus’ defenders effective on set-pieces and Atalanta’s aggressive pressing leading to frequent corner-kick opportunities.
Juventus vs Atalanta Match Prediction
With both teams struggling for form and low on confidence, this fixture may lack the usual attacking flair associated with Serie A’s top sides. Juventus are desperate to bounce back, while Atalanta have been equally inconsistent.
Given their recent European exits, domestic struggles, and a lack of fluency in attack, this match could turn into a scrappy, hard-fought contest.
Prediction: Juventus 1-1 Atalanta
Juventus vs Atalanta: FAQs
When and where is Juventus vs Atalanta being played?
The match takes place on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Allianz Stadium, Turin, kicking off at 20:45 GMT+1.
Which players are unavailable for Juventus?
Juventus will be without Francisco Conceicao, Renato Veiga, Gleison Bremer, Douglas Luiz, and Arkadiusz Milik due to injuries.
Who are Atalanta’s key players?
Mateo Retegui and Ademola Lookman are Atalanta’s top scorers, combining for 33 league goals this season.
Why is this match important?
Both teams are fighting to close the gap on league leaders Inter Milan, with Juventus hoping to overtake Atalanta in the standings.
What formation will Juventus and Atalanta use?
Juventus are expected to play a 4-2-3-1 formation, while Atalanta will likely stick to their 3-4-2-1 system.
What is the predicted result for Juventus vs Atalanta?
A 1-1 draw is the most probable outcome, given both teams’ contrasting styles and injury concerns.
