With Juventus yet to confirm their European spot, they welcome a rejuvenated Fiorentina side to the Allianz Stadium on Sunday in Serie A.
This encounter sees the Old Lady desperate to secure a Champions League spot and continue their impressive unbeaten run.
On the other hand, the visitors, who have secured their top-flight status, with two games left to play, are hoping to bounce back from their winless run in the league.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Juventus vs. Fiorentina key stats
- Juventus are in good form and have been unbeaten in their last 10 Serie A games.
- The home side has kept 16 clean sheets in 36 league matches this season.
- Fiorentina have failed to score in three of their last five away matches in Serie A.
Juventus vs. Fiorentina preview: Old Lady hunt for European spot
Juventus vs Fiorentina — Tale of the Tape
| Juventus | vs | Fiorentina |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd | Position | 15th |
| 68 | Points | 38 |
| 59 | Goals For | 38 |
| 30 | Goals Against | 49 |
| 16 | Clean Sheets | 9 |
| 4th | Home / Away Rank | 14th |
Juventus head into the closing weeks of the Serie A season knowing there is little room for error as they continue their fight to secure a top-four finish, while Fiorentina arrive with survival already guaranteed and only pride left to play for.
A hard-fought 1-0 victory away at Lecce last time out extended Juventus’ unbeaten league run to ten matches, with Luciano Spalletti overseeing a dramatic improvement in consistency. Defensive solidity has been central to that resurgence, as the Bianconeri have kept seven clean sheets across their last 10 Serie A outings.
The win also lifted Juventus into third place, although the battle for UEFA Champions League qualification remains extremely close, with only a single point separating them from fifth position.
Playing at the Allianz Stadium should provide further encouragement, as Juventus have only lost once at home this season.
Fiorentina, meanwhile, confirmed their Serie A survival following a goalless draw against Genoa, but their recent form has been far from convincing.
The Viola are now without a win in four consecutive league matches, and goals have completely dried up after failing to score in each of their last three outings.
Away form has also been a major issue in recent games, having failed to win their last two away games in the league.
Fiorentina have also struggled badly against the league’s strongest sides, losing each of their previous four away games against current top-five opposition.
Their poor away form suggests Juventus may have an ideal opportunity to tighten their grip on a Champions League place.
Juventus vs. Fiorentina form guide & betting tips
| Juventus | vs | Fiorentina |
|---|---|---|
WWDDW |
Form | WDDLD |
| 11 | Points | 6 |
| 3rd | Form Table | 13th |
| 5 | Goals For | 2 |
| 1 | Goals Against | 5 |
WWDDW |
Form (All Comps) | WDDLD |
Whispers predicts: Juventus 2-0 Fiorentina
Juventus have kept the second-highest number of clean sheets this season and have a dominant history against Fiorentina in Turin.
Given that Fiorentina have failed to get a win in their last four league games, it is highly likely that the hosts will secure a win.
The bookmakers have priced the home side as strong favourites at 1.33, which reflects their league position and their formidable home record.
A draw is currently valued at 5.00, while an away victory for the Viola is considered the underdog result at 8.50 odds.
The odds for the home team to win and under 2.5 goals are set at 4.00, which is a very reasonable option considering the defensive nature of the hosts.
Both teams to score “No” is also a strong proposition at 1.80, as Juventus rarely allow their opponents many clear-cut chances.
Another option to consider for this game is the home team total goals (over 1.5), which is given at 1.40 odds.
> Home to win at 1.33 | Likelihood: Possible
> Home win and under 2.5 goals at 4.00 | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score: No at 1.80 | Likelihood: Probable
> Home team total goals (over 1.5) at 1.40 | Likelihood: Possible