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A classic Serie A rivalry is renewed as a struggling ACF Fiorentina hosts a European-chasing Juventus FC. The two clubs find themselves at opposite ends of the table, setting the stage for a compelling, if potentially one-sided, encounter. Fiorentina are in dire straits, sitting rock bottom of the league and still searching for their first win of the season after 11 matches. In contrast, Juventus are in the thick of the battle for Champions League spots and will see this as a must-win fixture to maintain pressure on the leaders.
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Current League Standings
The Serie A table paints a stark picture of the gulf between these two sides heading into matchday 12.
- ACF Fiorentina: Currently in 20th place with just 5 points. Their record stands at 0 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses. They have struggled mightily at both ends of the pitch, scoring only 9 goals while conceding 18.
- Juventus FC: Positioned in 6th place with 19 points. The Old Lady has a solid record of 5 wins, 4 draws, and only 2 losses, with a goal difference of +4 (14 scored, 10 conceded).
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | FC Internazionale Milano | 11 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 14 | 24 |
| 2 | AS Roma | 11 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 7 | 24 |
| 3 | AC Milan | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 8 | 22 |
| 4 | SSC Napoli | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 6 | 22 |
| 5 | Bologna FC 1909 | 11 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 10 | 21 |
| 6 | Juventus FC | 11 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 19 |
| 7 | Como 1907 | 11 | 4 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 18 |
| 8 | US Sassuolo Calcio | 11 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 16 |
| 9 | SS Lazio | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 15 |
| 10 | Udinese Calcio | 11 | 4 | 3 | 4 | -5 | 15 |
| 11 | US Cremonese | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | -1 | 14 |
| 12 | Torino FC | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | -6 | 14 |
| 13 | Atalanta BC | 11 | 2 | 7 | 2 | 2 | 13 |
| 14 | Cagliari Calcio | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -5 | 10 |
| 15 | US Lecce | 11 | 2 | 4 | 5 | -6 | 10 |
| 16 | AC Pisa 1909 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 4 | -6 | 9 |
| 17 | Parma Calcio 1913 | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | -7 | 8 |
| 18 | Genoa CFC | 11 | 1 | 4 | 6 | -8 | 7 |
| 19 | Hellas Verona FC | 11 | 0 | 6 | 5 | -10 | 6 |
| 20 | ACF Fiorentina | 11 | 0 | 5 | 6 | -9 | 5 |
Head-to-Head Analysis
Historically, this has been a fiercely contested fixture. Recent meetings between the sides have often been tight affairs, with several draws indicating a competitive edge regardless of form. However, Fiorentina’s current abysmal form cannot be overlooked. While past results show a tendency for low-scoring games, the present reality of Fiorentina’s defensive frailties and Juventus’s need for points suggests that current season performance is a much more reliable indicator for this matchup.
Our Prediction
Considering all factors, it is incredibly difficult to look past the visiting side. Fiorentina’s complete inability to secure a victory all season, combined with a leaky defence, spells trouble against a team of Juventus’s calibre. While Juventus haven’t been flawless, their quality and consistency are on a different level compared to the home side. We expect Juventus to control the match and capitalize on Fiorentina’s weaknesses to secure a vital three points on the road.
Our betting tip is:
Juventus FC to Win
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