Coppa Italia: Juventus vs Frosinone: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :January 9, 2024 at 1:50 PM

Modified at :January 13, 2024 at 11:35 AM

Frosinone are yet to procure a victory against Juventus, now they meet in Coppa Italia Quarter finals

Juventus are aiming to secure their first title in the competition since 2021. The Old Lady have clinched four consecutive victories, the league powerhouses are regaining their stride. Interestingly, this winning streak commenced against their upcoming rivals, Frosinone, whom they defeated 2-1 in a previous league encounter.

Frosinone, positioned at 15th in the league, have faced a challenging comeback to the top tier this season. With only five victories in 19 games and ten defeats, including their most recent four matches, they’ve encountered a difficult run. Yet, their recent performance in the Coppa Italia was astonishing, playing away from home, Frosinone delivered a stunning 4-0 victory against reigning Italian champions Napoli, showcasing their most impressive performance of the season without a doubt.

Kick-Off:

Friday, 12th January 2024 at (01:30 AM IST)

Location: Allianz Stadium

Form:

Juventus (in all competitions): D-W-W-W-W

Frosinone (in all competitions): L-W-L-W-D

Player to Watch

Dusan Vlahovic (Juventus)

Vlahovic is a key figure for Juventus, serving as a versatile forward essential to their strategy of dominating possession in the attacking zones. His remarkable performance this season speaks volumes, spearheading Juventus’ attack with 7 goals and 3 assists across various competitions. On the field, Vlahovic stands out due to his remarkable blend of height and speed, setting him apart as an exceptional player.

Matias Soule (Frosinone)

Soule is a left-footed player stationed on the right wing, renowned for his exceptional dribbling skills and proficiency in taking set-pieces. His talent has drawn parallels to the style of Angel Di Maria, showcasing a similar finesse and technique that elevate his gameplay. The 20-year-old Juventus loanee has been exceptional for Frosinone, he has scored 8 goals in 19 games in all competitions this season.

Match Facts

Frosinone’s sole instance of not losing to Juventus was back in September 2015 when they secured a 1-1 draw in their first Serie A encounter, playing away from home.
This will be the first time that Juventus and Frosinone clash in the Italian Cup.
Juventus are making their 17th straight quarter-final appearance in the cup, having reached the semis in their last four tries.

Injury and Team News

Juventus finds themselves facing a challenge with key players on the sidelines due to injuries. Among those unavailable are Federico Chiesa, known for his attacking flair and versatility on the field, along with Alex Sandro, a seasoned defender whose contributions bolster the team’s backline.

There’s uncertainty surrounding Jaime Baez’s availability this week, while three players have been confirmed as unavailable for Frosinone. This situation leaves the team with potential uncertainty in Baez’s participation and a definite absence of three players, impacting their lineup and strategy for this match.

Head to Head

Total matches – 7

Juventus – 6

Frosinone – 0

Draw – 1

Predicted Lineup

Juventus predicted lineup (3-5-2)

Szczesny; Danilo, Bremer, Gatti; Kostic, Rabiot, Caviglia, McKennie, Weah; Yildiz, Vlahovic

Frosinone predicted lineup (3-4-3)

Turati, Lusuardi, Okoli, Monterisi; Gelli, Harroui, Barrenechea, Lirola; Reinier, Cheddira, Soule

Match Prediction for Juventus vs Frosinone

As anticipated, Juventus holds the expected advantage on paper as the favorites to win the match. Frosinone might draw inspiration from their remarkable triumph against Napoli, yet their form has failed to impress in the subsequent matches. Despite seeking motivation from their impressive victory, Frosinone’s recent performances have not matched the standard set during their memorable win over Napoli.

Prediction: Juventus 3-0 Frosinone

Telecast

India – No telecast

USA – Paramount+

United Kingdom: BT Sport

Nigeria- StarTimes App

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