The 24th round of Serie A kicks off at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia with a clash between Cesc Fabregas’ Como and Thiago Motta’s Juventus. The hosts, coming off two consecutive league defeats, urgently need points to increase their cushion above the relegation zone. Given their difficult moment, the club made significant moves in the January transfer window, providing Fabregas with a mix of experienced players and promising young talents. Key players who could make an impact include Diao, already with two goals in Serie A, Caqueret in midfield, Ikoné eager to revive his career after a spell at Fiorentina, and striker Douvikas, signed from Celta Vigo. Juventus, fresh from a 4-1 comeback victory over Empoli, must secure three points to maintain momentum and strengthen their push for Champions League qualification. The Bianconeri also made moves in the transfer market, signing Randal Kolo Muani, who has already netted three goals in two Serie A appearances, along with defenders Veiga and Kelly from Chelsea and Tottenham, respectively.

Como's shape and key statistics

Como’s 2-0 defeat to Bologna marked their 11th league loss, their third in the last four Serie A matches. Their most recent home win was on January 20, a 4-1 triumph over Udinese, featuring goals from Diao, Strefezza, Nico Paz, and an own goal by Bijol.

So far in Serie A, Como have averaged 1.17 goals per game while conceding 1.65. In their 11 home matches, they have scored and conceded an equal number of goals (18, averaging 1.63 per match). In their last five home games, they have won two and lost three, scoring 10 goals while conceding five—finding the net in every match.

Juventus' shape and key statistics

Juventus bounced back from disappointing losses to Napoli (their only league defeat) and Benfica with a dominant 4-1 win over Empoli. Despite a slow first half, the Bianconeri responded with four second-half goals, including a Kolo Muani brace and strikes from Vlahovic and Conceição.

Under Thiago Motta, Juventus have recorded 9 wins and 13 draws, averaging 1.7 goals scored per match while conceding 0.87. Their away form has been impressive, with only one defeat in their last 18 away matches across all competitions, averaging 1.63 goals per game on the road in Serie A.

Como vs Juventus Prediction and Tactical Overview

After a period of adaptation to Serie A, Como have shown they can play an attacking, high-tempo style, relying on the technical quality and speed of players like Strefezza, Nico Paz, and Diao. While their dynamic and unpredictable play could trouble Juventus, it also risks leaving them vulnerable to the Bianconeri’s pace on the wings.

Juventus, on the other hand, will look to build on their second-half performance against Empoli. The Kolo Muani vs. Vlahovic selection dilemma remains open for the center-forward role, but Motta’s team has the strength to secure a crucial away win—their first since December 22.

According to BetMines’ algorithm, the prediction for Como vs. Juventus in Serie A Matchday 24 heavily favors Juventus. 

• The BetMines forecast  prediction for the Como - Juventus match predicts the 1 sign at 27%
• The BetMines forecast  prediction for the Como - Juventus match predicts the X sign at 27%
• The BetMines forecast  prediction for the Como - Juventus match predicts the 2 sign at 46%

Como - Juventus Predicted Lineups

Como (4-2-3-1): Butez; Smolcic, Goldaniga, Dossena, Valle; Perrone, Caqueret; Diao, Paz, Ikoné; Cutrone.
Coach: Fabregas

Juventus (4-2-3-1): Di Gregorio; Savona, Gatti, Veiga, McKennie; Thuram, Locatelli; Gonzalez, Koopmeiners, Yildiz; Kolo Muani. Coach: Motta