Verdict: Goal to be scored in both halves

Best Odds: 5/6

Bookmaker: Luckster

Knowing that they can climb to the top of the Serie A standings on Saturday evening, Juventus will welcome Atalanta to Turin.

Juventus

Starting with the hosts, while some in Juventus’ camp might have been left frustrated last weekend as they eventually had to settle for a 1-1 stalemate away at Verona, the Italian giants have continued to shine since opening up the new campaign. Getting proceedings underway with a routine 2-0 victory at home against Parma on August 24th, the Old Lady have registered 10 points from their first four Serie A appearances and they are looking to mount a genuine title charge this year. Knowing that they can climb to the top of the table this weekend, Igor Tudor’s men will be looking to make a statement here. Marking their return from September’s international break with an action-packed 4-3 win against historic foes Inter Milan, Juventus will be confident of collecting another heavyweight scalp on Saturday evening.

Juventus Team News

Still dealing with a long-term injury issue and not making a single appearance so far this calendar year, Polish marksman Arkadiusz Milik remains on the sidelines and will not feature here. Handed a full rest away at Verona last weekend, USA international Weston McKennie could be handed a full recall.

Despite spearheading Juve’s sensational Champions League comeback against Borussia Dortmund last week, Susan Vlahovic could be replaced in the final third by summer recruit and ex-Lille striker Jonathan David. Making his move from Newcastle a permanent one, Lloyd Kelly will start at the back.

Atalanta

As for the visitors, despite getting their Champions League adventure underway with a routine 4-0 drumming away at reigning European champions PSG last week, Atalanta certainly came roaring back in an immediate fashion. Last seen cruising their way to a stellar 3-0 victory against Torino, new boss Ivan Juric will be desperately seeking a repeat display here. Marking their return from September’s international break with a 4-1 win at home against Lecce, the former Southampton boss should be excited by a trip to Turin on Saturday evening. Despite being pencilled in as a major underdog contender this weekend, La Dea did clinch an iconic 4-0 romp when they last travelled to Juventus back on March 9th and they are more than capable of asking some serious questions.

Atalanta Team News

Both limping off against Torino last week after picking up respective first-half knocks, Atalanta are sweating over the fitness of Isak Hien and summer recruit Nicola Zalewski here. However, in what could be a timely boost, Belgium international Charles De Ketelaere could make a full return following a thigh issue.

Opening his Serie A account with a brace last week and making a real impact after completing a permanent move from Lecce over the summer, Nikola Krstovic will spearhead Juric’s attack in the final third. Eventually forced to stay put in Bergamo following a real transfer saga, Ademola Lookman could feature.

Juventus vs Atalanta Key Factors to Consider

• When Atalanta last travelled to Juventus back on March 9th, La Yea stormed their way to an iconic 4-0 victory.
• In fact, Atalanta have remarkably not suffered a single Serie A defeat away at the Old Lady since way back in March 2018.
• The last three Serie A meetings between Juventus and Atalanta in Turin have produced 14 goals at both ends of the pitch.
• Juventus have recorded 10 goals in their first three home fixtures across all competitions.
• Atalanta have won their previous two Serie A outings by an aggregate score of 7-1.

Conclusion

While Juventus might open Saturday’s showdown pencilled in as a standout contender, La Dea do hold what is an astonishing record in Turin. Along with not suffering a single Serie A defeat away at the Old Lady since way back in 2018, they also stormed their way to an iconic 4-0 romp when they last travelled to Juventus on March 9th. In a contest that tends to produce plenty of drama, neutrals will be hoping for another thriller this weekend. With the last three meetings between Saturday’s opponents producing 14 goals at both ends of the pitch, chances could come thick and fast here.

Verdict: Goal to be scored in both halves

Best Odds: 5/6

Bookmaker: Luckster