Following the dismissal of Igor Tudor, Massimo Brambilla will be on the sidelines when Juventus host Udinese today. The Old Lady is in crisis, with five league games without a win and four games without scoring, which puts enormous pressure on them to get a result. There is little to separate the two teams in the table: they are in 8th and 9th place, both on 12 points, with only goal difference making the difference. Udinese come into the game with renewed confidence after their 3-2 win over Lecce, while Kosta Runjaić has brought a certain unpredictability to the team. Historically, the hosts have the upper hand with four wins from the last five encounters, most recently a 2-0 victory in May, although there were remarkably few goals scored. Despite the crisis, bookmakers see Juventus as favorites with a 70% chance of winning, but whether Brambilla can revive the offense in the short term remains the key question for a possible narrow home victory.
- Venue: Allianz Stadium, Turin
- Date and time: October 29, 2025, 6:30 p.m.
- Competition: Serie A (Matchday 9)
The betting recommendations are based on Juventus’ ongoing offensive crisis and tactical uncertainty following the change of coach. Key facts: Juventus have failed to score in the first 45 minutes of their last five games and have not scored in four league games since October 1, while less than 2.5 goals have been scored in around 80% of the recent encounters between the two teams. Udinese, on the other hand, has scored at least once in each of its last five games. Specific recommendations include Under 1.5 goals in the first half, given Juventus’ scoreless first halves and the expected cautious start under the interim coach. Both teams to score: No seems plausible given the hosts’ offensive weakness. The double chance X2 may offer value at odds of 8.5 for an away win, based on Juventus’ home weakness and Udinese’s 8 points from 5 games. Important risks: Statistical series can quickly reverse, and form trends and unexpected events can significantly change probabilities. Bookmaker odds reflect market opinions, not necessarily real chances of winning. Caution is advised when placing bets: a maximum of 1 to 2% of your bankroll on Under 1.5 first half or BTTS: No, possibly 0.5 to 1% on X2 as a value bet.
Juventus Form & Record Check
Juventus is in a serious crisis after three consecutive defeats and Tudor’s dismissal. The team has been waiting for a win since September 13 and has not scored a single goal in four league games since October 1. With 12 points from eight games, they are only in 8th place, level on points with Udinese. The last five league games have brought no wins, only two draws and three defeats. The offensive problems are particularly evident: in the last five games, no goals were scored before the break, and even after the break, goals are rarely scored. Concrete examples underscore the weakness: 0-1 at Lazio after an early mistake, 0-2 at Como, and a narrow 0-1 defeat to Real Madrid, where chances from Vlahović and Openda went unused. Defensively, the team has conceded at least one goal in four of its last five games. Massimo Brambilla from Next Gen is now taking over on an interim basis, while there is speculation about successors such as Spalletti or Palladino. Offensive solutions are urgently needed in build-up play, in converting chances and in mental stability.
Massimo Brambilla is expected to start with a 3-5-2 formation against Udinese following Tudor’s dismissal. Important absences are painful: Bremer is out long term, Cabal and Milik are also unavailable, with Bremer’s absence in particular weakening the defense. The expected starting lineup: Perin in goal, Kalulu, Gatti, and Kelly in a back three. Conceição will play on the right and Cambiaso on the left, with Locatelli, McKennie, and Koopmeiners in midfield. Vlahović and Yıldız are expected to start up front. New signings such as David or Openda could come off the bench as substitutes. The biggest challenge for Brambilla will be to revive an offense that has failed to score in four games.
Udinese Calcio Form & Record Check
Udinese are in 9th place with 12 points and are in inconsistent form. The team has picked up just two points from their last four league games, although their recent 3-2 win over Lecce masks their inconsistency. Things are going better in attack: Udinese has scored at least once in each of its last five games, often in the second half. Against Lecce, Karlström and Davis gave the team a comfortable lead, with Buksa sealing the deal shortly before the end. However, the defense is a cause for concern, as the team has conceded at least one goal in all five games. The 3-1 defeat in Sassuolo, where the team was overrun, stands out particularly negatively. Coach Kosta Runjaić demands courage and aggression from the start, but while physical and technical quality are there, consistency and tactical implementation are lacking. Personnel concerns exacerbate the situation: Kristensen is out with thigh problems and Bravo with a foot injury, while Nunziante is struggling. With only one point behind Lazio, the situation remains manageable, although the victory against Lecce could either serve as a turning point or just a brief respite in an unstable phase.
Kosta Runjaić is expected to revert to his tried-and-tested 3-5-2 system in Turin. Kristensen is out injured, so Solet is likely to start alongside Kabasele and Goglichidze in the back three. Karlström, Ekkelenkamp, and Atta will occupy the central midfield, with Zanoli and Kamara operating on the wings. Zaniolo and Davis could start in attack, with Davis showing signs of life in the 3-2 win over Lecce and being needed for his penetration. In addition to Kristensen, Bravo is also out with a foot injury and Nunziante is injured. Okoye is expected to start in goal.
Juventus – Udinese Calcio Head-to-head & statistics
The record of the last five meetings clearly favors Juventus: four wins for the Bianconeri, only one win for Udinese, no draws. Juventus’ defensive stability after the break is particularly striking, as they have not conceded a goal in the second half in four of their last five games. The only exception was in February 2024, when Udinese won 1-0 at Allianz Stadium. Juventus then continued their dominance with a 2-0 home win in May 2025. The hosts also struggled in Udine: a 2-0 defeat in November 2024 and even a 3-0 defeat for Juventus in August 2023. These encounters are usually low-scoring, with a maximum of three goals in all five games and four times fewer than 2.5 goals. Udinese failed to score a single goal after the break in the last four encounters, suggesting a tactical pattern in which Juventus takes control in the second half and successfully closes down the space.
