Como‘s recent struggles in Serie A continue to raise concerns, with three defeats in their last four league matches (W1) leaving them just two points clear of the relegation zone. Their latest setback came in the form of a 2-0 loss to Bologna, marking their first match without scoring since late December. It was also their seventh away defeat of the season, a tally only surpassed by Venezia.
The hope for salvation now lies in their home form at Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia, where Como have scored in six consecutive matches and claimed victory in three of their last five outings (L2). Notable scalps include a 2-0 win over Roma and an emphatic 4-1 triumph against Udinese, who sit in the top half of the table. As they prepare to host top-four contenders Juventus, Como will be hoping to draw inspiration from these performances. History, however, isn’t on their side, with their last home victory against Juventus dating back to the 1951/52 season. The overall record doesn’t help either, with just three wins for Como compared to Juventus’ 14 victories and 11 draws in this fixture.
Juventus Looking to Build Momentum
After back-to-back defeats, including their first Serie A loss of the season, Juventus responded in style with a thrilling second-half comeback against Empoli, securing a 4-1 win. Now, the Bianconeri are aiming for consecutive league victories for the first time since November. A win against Como would at least temporarily push them into the top four, keeping their Champions League qualification hopes alive.
Juventus will be encouraged by their recent win against Monza, another Lombardy-based side, but their overall away form remains a cause for concern. With just one win in their last nine road matches across all competitions (D7, L1), consistency has been elusive. Defensive vulnerabilities have contributed to this slump, as Juventus have conceded in five consecutive Serie A away games while scoring more than once in only one of their last nine away fixtures.
Key Players to Watch
For Como, Nico Paz remains a key attacking threat. He scored the opening goal in their recent home defeat to Atalanta (1-2) and has shown a tendency to make an impact in the second half, with four of his last five goals arriving after the break and helping the team avoid defeat (W3, D1).
Meanwhile, Juventus’ Randal Kolo Muani has made an immediate impact since joining the club. His brace against Empoli made him only the second player in the three-point-per-win era to score in his first two Serie A appearances for Juventus, following in the footsteps of Carlos Tevez in 2013. Five of Kolo Muani’s last six club goals have also come in the second half, underlining his knack for late-game heroics.
Stat to Watch
Como’s defensive frailties in the second half could be their undoing, as they’ve conceded 14 second-half goals at home this season—only Parma have allowed more (15). With Juventus rediscovering their scoring touch after halftime, Como’s ability to stay disciplined in the later stages will be key to their survival bid.
As the battle for survival heats up and Juventus aim for a top-four spot, this fixture at Sinigaglia is shaping up to be a pivotal encounter for both teams.
