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AS Roma vs Juventus Game Preview, Stream, Odds, Picks & Predictions

Juventus had a rocky start and currently is 11 points behind first place. However, it’s one of two Italian Serie A teams that haven’t lost in their last six games. The other one is Inter Milan, precisely the team sitting at the top of the standings.

The Vecchia Signora is set to visit AS Roma, which recently suffered a tough loss against AC Milan. Juventus comes in as slight betting online favorites at +120. Oh, and one more thing — fifth place will be on the line. Whoever finishes in fifth place qualifies for the UEFA Europa League Group Stage.

Roma vs Juventus Game Preview, Stream, Odds, Picks & Predictions
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 AS Roma vs Juventus 2022 Serie A Fixture 21

Roma Trying to Meet Expectations

When AS Roma announced the signing of head coach Jose Mourinho, hope was immediately restored. The Special One has won it all, while AS Roma hasn’t won the Italian Serie A title since 2001.

I even chose them as the dark horse to win the Scudetto, but things haven’t gone as expected. It’s not that bad, but first place isn’t currently an option.

One of Roma’s biggest problems has been losing to other contenders, just like they did on Thursday against AC Milan. The game ended 3-1, but that’s not all. Roma also lost Rick Karsdorp and Gianluca Mancini, who both got a red card.

Overall, it was an even match as both sides finished with five shots on target. That means efficiency in front of goal made the difference.

Going back home is a relief for Roma since six of their eight losses have been on the road. The defense feels a lot more comfortable as well, allowing no goals in five of their last eight home games. This is one of those cases in which playing at home really increases the team’s soccer betting value.

AS Roma’s predicted lineup: Rui Patricio; Bryan Cristante, Ricardo Calafiori, Roger Ibanez, Matias Vina; Bryan Cristante, Jordan Veretout, Nicolo Zaniolo, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Henrikh Mkhitaryan; Tammy Abraham.

Juventus Regaining Confidence

Juventus’ hot streak includes four clean sheets, allowing them to own the third-best defensive record. The Vecchia Signora has allowed 18 goals in 20 matches; only Inter Milan and Napoli have allowed less with 15.

Precisely, they just drew 1-1 to Napoli. They had to come from behind after Dries Mertens opened the can for Napoli in the first half. Federico Chiesa evened the score in the second half, but Juve couldn’t turn things completely around.

It’s kind of weird not seeing any player from Juventus among the top scorers. Since Cristiano Ronaldo left, they adopted a team-effort mentality. Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata are the team’s top scorers with five goals each. They’re followed by Juan Cuadrado with four.

That allows head coach Massimiliano Allegri to rotate the starting lineup whenever needed. As I always say, fresher legs can make a big difference in crucial games.

The Vecchia Signora deserve to control the Las Vegas odds at +120. We’re talking about a team that won three of their last five games when playing as the favorite.

Juventus’ predicted lineup: Wojciech Szczesny; Juan Cuadrado, Leonardo Bonucci, Matthijs de Ligt, Alex Sandro; Weston McKennie, Adrien Rabiot, Manuel Locatelli; Federico Bernardeschi, Alvaro Morata, Paulo Dybala.

Roma vs Juventus Head to Head

  • Previous Matches: 189
  • AS Roma Victories: 47 (204 goals)
  • Juventus Victories: 90 (290 goals)
  • Draws: 52

 

Juventus won their first meeting 1-0 with a goal from Moise Kean. Jordan Veretout could have evened the score but missed a penalty kick at the end of the first half. Despite the lack of goals, it was an intense match, so much so that the referee showed eight total yellow cards.

That was Juventus’ fifth victory over Roma in their last 10 encounters. Roma won three and, curiously enough, both scored 11 goals during that span.

Roma vs Juventus Game Information

  • Date: Sunday
  • Time: 12:30 p.m. ET
  • Location: Stadio Olimpico, Rome
  • AS Roma vs Juventus Live Stream: fuboTV

Roma vs Juventus Betting Lines

Roma vs Juventus Prediction

At the end of the day, we’re talking about two teams with a defensive mindset. That doesn’t mean they don’t know how to put up a good show. However, I wouldn’t expect a blowout or anything like it. Juventus’ confidence is up to the roof while AS Roma can’t afford to lose. Otherwise, it would be closer to falling out of the top 10.

Expect a back-and-forth battle led by two of the best head coaches in Europe. Oh, and you should include the draw in your soccer picks. Don’t worry, there’ll be goals. These two only drew 0-0 once in their last 20 meetings.

Score Prediction: AS Roma 1, Juventus 1

Pick: Draw at +240

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