The Serie A season is well underway, and Genoa will host Juventus at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris in a highly anticipated matchup. Genoa’s start to the season has been underwhelming, with only one league win to their name, but their struggles are not unprecedented. In fact, the team has won only one of their opening five games in each of their last five top-flight campaigns.

Coach Alberto Gilardino’s side will look to turn their fortunes around, but it won’t be easy against a Juventus team that remains unbeaten in all competitions this season. The visitors have a storied history against Genoa, boasting 27 wins, 30 draws, and 85 losses. However, their recent head-to-head record is less convincing, with no wins in their last three meetings. Despite their lackluster start, Genoa has a respectable home record, posting seven matches without a loss, including four wins and two draws. However, they are still winless at home this season in Serie A. Their three league games at Stadio Luigi Ferraris have seen Genoa trail at some point, which could be ominous against a Juventus side known for their clinical finishing. Massimiliano Allegri’s Juventus remains unbeaten this season, but their last three league games have ended in 0-0 draws, a first since 1992. The team will need to improve offensively to break down Genoa’s defences. Juventus tends to take a cautious approach on the road, drawing five of their last six away league games.

Thiago Motta, now at the helm of Juventus, lost 2-0 on this ground last season while managing Bologna. This experience may serve as a warning for Juventus, who can not take their favourite tag for granted. Morten Thorsby’s goal-scoring record for Genoa is an exciting prospect. His last 19 senior scoring appearances have come in games with over 2.5 goals. Dusan Vlahovic, Juventus’ last league goal-scorer, was sent off in his previous match against Genoa and has drawn five of his nine career head-to-heads against the team. Juventus holds the unenviable record of drawing the most league matches in 2024 among teams competing in the traditional top-five European divisions. The stage is set for a closely contested Serie A clash between Genoa and Juventus. While Juventus’ unbeaten record and historical dominance over Genoa may suggest a comfortable away win, Genoa’s home record and Juventus’ recent struggles on the road point to a more nuanced encounter. With both teams eager to prove their mettle, this match promises to be an engaging and hard-fought contest.

Can Genoa capitalize on their home advantage and rewrite the script, or will Juventus extend their unbeaten run? The stakes are high, and the drama is sure to unfold.

Best tip: Under 4.5 goals

Correct score: 0-1