The Allianz Stadium witnessed an intense clash as Juventus triumphed over Roma with a scoreline of 2-1 in the 16th round of Serie A. Francisco Conceição made his mark by scoring the opening goal in the 43rd minute of the first half, providing Juventus with an early lead. Lois Openda then doubled the advantage for the home side just after halftime, netting the second goal in the 69th minute.
Despite the pressure from Roma, who sought to shift the momentum, they managed to pull one back in the 75th minute through Tommaso Baldanzi. However, the clock was not on their side, and they were unable to complete the comeback.
Juventus was close to extending their lead further when Kenan Yildiz’s shot hit the post in the 79th minute, a moment that could have sealed the match more comfortably.
Francisco Conceição was undoubtedly the standout performer of the match, showcasing his skills with a goal and three attempts on target. Lois Openda also played a crucial role, contributing with a goal and two shots on goal.
Juventus’ manager, Luciano Spalletti, employed a 3-4-3 formation featuring Michele Di Gregorio in goal; with Pierre Kalulu, Bremer, and Lloyd Kelly forming the defensive line. The midfield was occupied by Weston McKennie, Khéphren Thuram, Manuel Locatelli, and Andrea Cambiaso, while up front, Francisco Conceição, Kenan Yildiz, and Lois Openda took charge.
On the other hand, Roma, under the guidance of Gian Piero Gasperini, lined up in a 3-6-1 formation with Mile Svilar in goal; Gianluca Mancini, Jan Ziolkowski, and Devyne Rensch in defense; Zeki Celik, Bryan Cristante, Manu Koné, Wesley França, Matías Soulé, and Lorenzo Pellegrini in midfield, with Paulo Dybala leading the attack.
Referee Simone Sozza officiated the match at Allianz Stadium.
In their next fixture, Juventus will travel to face Pisa, while Roma will host Genoa in their upcoming match.
Following this match, Juventus sits in fourth place with 30 points, while Roma remains in fifth with 29 points in the league standings.
Substitutions for Juventus
60’ 2T – Francisco Conceição was substituted by Edon Zhegrova and Bremer by Daniele Rugani. 81’ 2T – Lois Openda made way for Jonathan David. 87’ 2T – Andrea Cambiaso was replaced by Filip Kostić. 88’ 2T – Kenan Yildiz exited for Fabio Miretti.
Yellow Cards for Juventus
24’ 1T – Francisco Conceição (Unsporting behavior), and 41’ 2T – Weston McKennie (Unsporting behavior).
Substitutions for Roma
52’ 2T – Lorenzo Pellegrini was substituted for Leon Bailey. 55’ 2T – Paulo Dybala left for Tommaso Baldanzi and Matías Soulé was replaced by Evan Ferguson. 74’ 2T – Leon Bailey was substituted for Stephan El Shaarawy.
Yellow Cards for Roma
20’ 1T – Matías Soulé (Unsporting behavior), 20’ 2T – Manu Koné (Holding a rival to prevent progress), and 38’ 2T – Bryan Cristante (Unsporting behavior).