Parma vs Juventus – Serie A 2024–25 Match Preview
The Serie A 2024–25 season continues with a compelling fixture as Parma hosts Juventus at the Stadio Ennio Tardini. Scheduled for April 21, 2025, this match holds significant implications for both teams—Juventus aims to solidify their position in the top four, while Parma seeks crucial points to avoid relegation.
Team Form & News
Juventus, under the guidance of manager Igor Tudor, has shown resilience and adaptability. With 59 points from 32 matches, they currently sit in 5th place, just one point behind Bologna. Tudor emphasizes player fitness and aggression, focusing on selecting players in peak condition rather than adhering to rigid tactics. However, injuries to key players like Kenan Yildiz and Teun Koopmeiners pose challenges ahead of the match.
Parma, positioned 16th with 25 points, is fighting to stay above the relegation zone. Despite a challenging season, they have managed to secure draws against strong teams like Inter and Fiorentina, showcasing their potential to disrupt higher-ranked opponents.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Historically, Juventus has dominated this fixture, winning 28 out of 55 Serie A encounters. Parma has secured 10 victories, with 17 matches ending in draws. Notably, Parma's 7–0 defeat to Juventus in 2014 remains their heaviest loss in club history.
Key Players to Watch
- Juventus: Dusan Vlahović, Federico Chiesa, Manuel Locatelli
- Parma: Adrián Benedyczak, Dennis Man, Gianluigi Buffon
Serie A 2024–25 Standings (After 33 Matches)
| Position | Team | Played | Wins | Draws | Losses | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Inter Milan | 33 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 72 | 32 | +40 | 71 |
| 2 | Napoli | 33 | 21 | 8 | 4 | 52 | 25 | +27 | 71 |
| 3 | Atalanta | 33 | 19 | 7 | 7 | 66 | 30 | +36 | 64 |
| 4 | Bologna | 33 | 16 | 12 | 5 | 52 | 37 | +15 | 60 |
| 5 | Juventus | 32 | 15 | 14 | 3 | 49 | 30 | +19 | 59 |
| 6 | AS Roma | 33 | 16 | 9 | 8 | 48 | 32 | +16 | 57 |
| 7 | Lazio | 32 | 16 | 8 | 8 | 53 | 43 | +10 | 56 |
| 8 | Fiorentina | 33 | 15 | 9 | 9 | 45 | 39 | +6 | 54 |
| 9 | Torino | 33 | 13 | 10 | 10 | 41 | 37 | +4 | 49 |
| 10 | AC Milan | 33 | 13 | 9 | 11 | 46 | 42 | +4 | 48 |
| 16 | Parma | 33 | 6 | 7 | 20 | 30 | 58 | -28 | 25 |
| 18 | Frosinone | 33 | 5 | 8 | 20 | 29 | 60 | -31 | 23 |
| 20 | Salernitana | 33 | 3 | 6 | 24 | 24 | 70 | -46 | 15 |
Match Prediction
Given the current form and standings, Juventus enters this match as the clear favorite. However, Parma’s desperation to avoid relegation might inspire a surprising performance. Expect Juventus to dominate possession, but Parma could pose a threat on the counter-attack.
Predicted Score
Parma 0 - 2 Juventus
Final Thoughts
This match is crucial for both teams—Juventus wants to reclaim a Champions League spot, while Parma must gather points to survive relegation. Football fans can expect a competitive clash filled with tactical nuance and individual brilliance.