This Saturday, Como 1907 showcased their superiority over Juventus, defeating the Turin giants with a solid 2-0 scoreline in the Serie A match corresponding to matchday 26. The first goal arrived early, as Mërgim Vojvoda found the net just 11 minutes into the first half, thanks to a superb assist from Anastasios Douvikas. The final goal was added by Maxence Caqueret at the 60-minute mark.
Vojvoda’s stunning finish sent the home crowd into a frenzy, with his clinical strike from inside the penalty area beating Juventus goalkeeper Michele Di Gregorio.
Both sides had chances to alter the score, but efforts from Teun Koopmeiners and Lucas Da Cunha rattled the woodwork, denying Juventus any goals.
Mërgim Vojvoda emerged as the standout player of the match, contributing significantly with one goal.
Maxence Caqueret also had a key role, securing another goal for Como 1907.
Juventus, under coach Luciano Spalletti, deployed a 3-6-1 formation featuring Michele Di Gregorio in goal, with a defensive line comprised of Federico Gatti, Lloyd Kelly, and Teun Koopmeiners. The midfield boasted talents like Weston McKennie, Manuel Locatelli, and Khéphren Thuram, while Lois Openda led the attacking front.
On the other hand, Como 1907, managed by Francesc Fàbregas Soler, adapted a 4-5-1 setup. Jean Butez guarded the goal, supported by a defensive quartet of Ivan Smolcic, Jacobo Ramón, Marc Kempf, and Álex Valle. The midfield saw Lucas Da Cunha, Máximo Perrone, Vojvoda, Caqueret, and Martin Baturina, with Anastasios Douvikas spearheading the attack.
The referee for the matchup held at Allianz Stadium was Daniele Doveri.
Looking forward, Juventus is set to visit Roma in their next fixture, while Como 1907 will play at home against Lecce.
With this victory, Como 1907 accumulates 46 points, positioning them fifth in the league standings, while Juventus remains close behind with 45 points, holding the sixth spot.
Substitutions for Juventus
45’ 2T – Fabio Miretti was substituted for Francisco Conceição
75’ 2T – Lois Openda was replaced by Jonathan David
82’ 2T – Andrea Cambiaso came off for Filip Kostic and Kenan Yildiz for Vasilije Adzic
Yellow Card for Juventus:
27’ 2T – Manuel Locatelli (Unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Como 1907
59’ 2T – Martin Baturina was substituted by Sergi Roberto
72’ 2T – Lucas Da Cunha was replaced by Ignace Van Der Brempt
73’ 2T – Mërgim Vojvoda was taken off for Diego Carlos and Khéphren Thuram for Jérémie Boga
85’ 2T – Maxence Caqueret was substituted by Alberto Moreno
86’ 2T – Anastasios Douvikas left the pitch for Álvaro Morata