Juventus

2024 - 12 - 1

Juve's Youth Brigade Set to Tackle Lecce: Can They Pull It Off?

Injuries - Juventus - Lecce - Match Review - Serie A - Thiago Motta - Tim Weah - Young Players

With Juventus sending a youthful squad to Lecce, fans wonder if the kids can keep the unbeaten streak alive!

Juventus is entering a crucial match against Lecce in Serie A under somewhat of a cloud, with an injury crisis that has left their squad looking like a scene out of a nursery. Coach Thiago Motta has had to summon the lads from the youth ranks, including an exciting lineup that features Tim Weah stepping in as a False 9! Alongside him, Francisco Conceicao and Kenan Yildiz will add flair and dynamism as Juventus looks to stretch their unbeaten streak to 14 matches. This new approach could either lead to an unexpected victory or a chaotic misadventure—only time will tell!

The Bianconeri are certainly no strangers to such challenges. This match against Lecce is pivotal, but let's face it, facing a team below them in the Serie A table could bring a fresh mix of anxiety and anticipation. Lecce might be sitting 15th, but they’ve shown moments of resilience that could catch Juventus off guard, especially with their youthful squad that is still finding its footing. Every kickoff could be an opportunity—or a complete disaster. Sports fans love drama, and this match promises plenty of it!

In addition to Weah and Yildiz, the exciting news is that four of Juventus's current players boast fathers who made their names in Serie A, another layer of narrative to an already rich encounter. Alfonso Montero joins the ranks of the squad as yet another young talent aiming to make his mark. The experience that these youngsters harbor from their families could just provide the morale boost they need to shine on the field!

As the action unfolds at the Stadio Via del Mare, one can’t help but wonder how Motta is doing in managing this squad of youngsters. Will they rise up to the occasion, or will Lecce give them a reality check? It's a match not just about points but also about proving the worth of the next generation. Italy's footballing future is playing as we speak, and what a treat it is to witness!

For those who are active fans of Serie A, did you know that Juventus has a reputation for nurturing incredible local talent? Over the years, they've produced players like Alessandro Del Piero and Pavel Nedvěd, who became legends during their runs. As for Lecce, the underdogs have made their share of noise too; they managed to shock many during their successful Serie A spells, including a memorable campaign where they finished in the top half! Keep your popcorn ready and your match predictions locked; this clash is going to be one for the books!

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Serie A line-ups: Lecce vs. Juventus (Football Italia)

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Serie A: Lecce vs Juventus – Probable line-ups and where to watch (Yahoo Sports)

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Lecce vs. Juventus 2024 live stream: Team news and how to watch ... (Black & White & Read All Over)

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Four Juventus players with famous Serie A fathers: Montero the latest (Football Italia)

Alfonso Montero's inclusion in Thiago Motta's Juventus squad for Sunday's match against Lecce means that there will be four Bianconeri players in the team.

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Who are the nine Juventus U21 players who could play against Lecce (Yahoo Sports)

Thiago Motta has named a squad that includes nine players aged 21 or under, including five who are yet to make their Bianconeri debuts, for Juventus's ...

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Juventus and Inter Milan vying to sign Barcelona star next summer (Yahoo Sports)

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Official Juventus team to face Lecce – Yildiz and Weah up front (JuveFC)

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Who are the five Juventus youngsters called up for Lecce trip (JuveFC)

Amidst the devastating injury crisis, Juventus coach Thiago Motta decided to add five new youngsters to the traveling party to Lecce.

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How to watch Lecce vs Juventus TODAY; Italian Serie A broadcast (El Futbolero US)

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Where to watch Lecce vs Juventus live in the USA: 2024/2025 Serie A (Bolavip)

Lecce face Juventus in the Matchday 14 of the 2024/2025 Serie A season. Fans in the USA can tune in to catch all the excitement, with full kickoff times and ...

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Perin: 'Juventus changed philosophy and are on a winning path' (Football Italia)

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USMNT forward Tim Weah struggles to get involved as Juventus ... (Goal.com)

Tim Weah was rendered largely ineffective as Juventus were forced to settle for a disappointing tie against relegation threatened opponents.

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Juventus player ratings v Lecce – Average scores across the team (JuveFC)

Juventus and Lecce battled to a 1-1 draw this evening, in a match where the Bianconeri once again failed to secure a victory despite dominating for large ...

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Serie A: Rebic Rescues Late Point For Lecce Against Juventus (thewillnigeria)

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Mattia Perin insists 'angry' Juventus remain on the right path: “We ... (JuveFC)

While he didn't like the attitude of his teammates in the final minutes, Mattia Perin still has a firm belief in the Juventus project.

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Motta calls for improvement after Juventus held again in Serie A (beIN SPORTS)

Thiago Motta has called for improvement from his Juventus side after they were held to their eighth draw of the Serie A season by Lecce.

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Why Injury-Hit Juventus Only Managed A 1-1 Draw With Struggling ... (Forbes)

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CM.it: Tomori's Milan future in doubt – Juventus, Newcastle and ... (SempreMilan)

AC Milan are willing to listen to offers for Fikayo Tomori who has now found himself out of the first choice starting line-up, a report claims.

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Serie A table updated after Week 14: Juventus and Lazio lose ... (Football Italia)

Significant changes took place in the upper part of the Serie A table after the last round of fixtures of November, as Napoli temporarily extended their ...

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Juventus midfielder on Lecce draw: “Zero alibis, zero excuses” (JuveFC)

Juventus midfielder Manuel Locatelli insists Juventus cannot hide behind any excuses following their disappointing draw in Lecce.

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Motta calls for improvement after Juventus held again in Serie A (beIN SPORTS)

Thiago Motta has called for improvement from his Juventus side after they were held to their eighth draw of the Serie A season by Lecce.

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Juventus teenager closes the door on Man United approach (JuveFC)

Manchester United are reportedly interested in acquiring the services of young Juventus attacker Kenan Yildiz.

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The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, Episode 260: Juventus' run of draws ... (Black & White & Read All Over)

Juventus' run of consecutive draws coming out of the international break has only continued, with Sunday's 1-1 result against Lecce providing us with ...

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Giuntoli on Antonio Silva and Danilo reports around Juventus (Football Italia)

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Boost for Juventus as Antonio Silva is relegated to the bench at ... (JuveFC)

Benfica defender Antonio Silva is seeing little playing time these days, and some consider it a clear sign of an imminent departure, as Juventus prepare to ...

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