“I’m pleased with the team’s performance. The side that set the tone in the first half was extraordinary, making the right choices and decisions on how to approach the game; the side in the second half, which was somewhat at the mercy of chance, needs to improve, because if Genoa had scored from the penalty spot, the result would have been in doubt – but given how we played in the first 45 minutes, there can be no question about it,” said Juventus coach Luciano Spalletti ahead of the match against Genoa.
The highly anticipated Serie A clash is set to take place on April 6, 2026, at the Allianz Juventus Stadium in Turin, Italy, kicking off at 17:00 UK time (18:00 CEST). Juventus is currently striving for a top-four finish in the league, aiming for a coveted spot in next season’s Champions League.
Historically, Juventus has dominated their encounters with Genoa, winning 26 out of 39 meetings. The team has shown strong form at home, securing four victories in their last five league games. In contrast, Genoa has struggled on the road, failing to win in their last six away fixtures.
In their previous match, Juventus managed a 1-1 draw against Sassuolo, while Genoa faced a disappointing 2-0 defeat at home to Udinese. These results add pressure on both teams as they prepare for this crucial encounter.
Spalletti’s squad will feature goalkeeper Mattia Perin, while they will be without Brooke Norton-Cuffy due to injury. Genoa, under the guidance of coach Daniele De Rossi, will be looking to turn their fortunes around after a series of disappointing results.
As the match approaches, fans are eager to see if Juventus can maintain their historical advantage over Genoa and secure a vital three points in their quest for Champions League qualification.
Details remain unconfirmed regarding any last-minute changes to the lineups or strategies as both teams finalize their preparations.