Juventus vs Sporting CP Preview, prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26

The Old Lady are facing trouble in Europe.

Juventus will host Sporting CP in an important UEFA Champions League group stage match at the Allianz Stadium. The Serie A giants are in a tough spot after amassing just two points from their first three games. They have lost against Real Madrid, and ended with a draw against Bodø/Glimt and Slavia Prague.

All these three results have dented the confidence of the Turin-based side, who are now adapting to a managerial change. However, their European hopes now hang by a thread, and the Bianconeri have to respond in this game with a win.

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Sporting CP, meanwhile, are confident ahead of this fixture. They have amassed six points in three games with their recent win against Marseille in Matchday 3. They have displayed immense quality in both their defence and attack, which have earned them a lot of accolades in these three matches. They will look to stay composed yet again in Turin and attack the spaces that a desperate opponent like Juventus will certainly leave behind.

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The Old Lady have never suffered a defeat against Sporting in their last four head-to-head encounters, but history won’t matter in this contest. The Portuguese club’s confidence level is at a different level compared to the Italian club. This match could shape both teams’ campaigns. Juventus fight for survival, while Sporting look for control. The pressure clearly rests on the Italians.

Kick-off:

• Location: Turin, Italy
• Stadium: Allianz Stadium
• Date: Wednesday, November 5
• Kick-off Time: 1:30 a.m. IST
• Referee: Daniel Siebert
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

Sporting CP (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch:

Dusan Vlahovic (Juventus):

Dusan Vlahovic will be a key figure against Sporting CP because of his sharp movement, physical presence, and instinctive finishing. He thrives in high-pressure matches and can turn half-chances into goals.

With Juventus desperate for points, the 25-year-old’s ability to unsettle defences and deliver decisive moments makes him the player to watch. The Serbian has scored five goals and provided one assist in 13 games across competitions so far this season.

Pedro Gonçalves (Sporting CP):

Pedro Gonçalves will be Sporting’s main threat against Juventus because of his creativity, clever positioning, and eye for goal. He links midfield and attack seamlessly, often dictating the rhythm with sharp passing and quick turns.

The Portuguese winger’s knack for scoring in crucial games makes him Sporting’s most dangerous weapon in Turin. The 27-year-old has scored eight goals and provided six assists so far in 15 games across competitions.

Match Facts:

• The Old Lady stay unbeaten against Sporting CP in their four previous European encounters across all competitions, with two wins and two draws.
• Sporting CP carry an impressive attacking record in the competition, scoring in each of their last 19 European group stage or league phase matches.
• The Old Lady have scored 497 goals in the European Cup and stand close to becoming the first Italian team to reach the 500-goal mark in the competition.

Juventus vs Sporting CP Betting Tips and Odds:

• Match to be drawn: 2.45 as per 1xBet.
• Both teams to score: 1.86 as per Winmatch.
• Total goals under 2.5: 2.16 as per 1Win.

Team News:

Juventus face several absences ahead of the Sporting clash. Kenan Yildiz remains out for a few days with physical discomfort, while Lloyd Kelly, Carlo Pinsoglio, and Juan Cabal are sidelined until mid-November. Gleison Bremer’s meniscus injury keeps him out until early January 2026, and Arkadiusz Milik recovers from a shin problem.

Sporting CP travel to Turin with a few fitness concerns. Iván Fresneda remains out until early December with an ankle injury, while Zeno Debast is sidelined until mid-November. Daniel Bragança and Nuno Santos both struggle with cruciate ligament issues and remain doubtful for the crucial clash against Juventus.

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Head-To-Head stats:

• Total matches: 5
• Juventus won:  2
• Sporting CP won: 1
• Draws: 2

Predicted Starting Lineups:

Juventus Predicted Starting Lineups (3-5-2):

M. Di Gregorio, P. Kalulu, F. Gatti, A. Cambiaso; W. McKennie, T. Koopmeiners, M. Locatelli, K. Thuram, F. Kostić; L. Openda, D. Vlahović.

Sporting CP Predicted Starting Lineups (4-2-3-1):

R. Silva; G. Vagiannidis, O. Diomande, G. Inácio, M. Araújo; M. Hjulmand, J. Simões; G. Catamo, F. Trincão, P. Gonçalves; L. Suárez

Match Prediction:

This clash promises both tension and precision. Juventus, backed by home support and history, must fight to regain stability after a shaky start. Sporting, confident and sharp in attack, will test every weakness. Both teams face different kinds of pressure, yet balance defines this contest. A draw seems fair.

Prediction: Juventus 1-1 Sporting CP

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