The 2022 FIFA World Cup is almost over, so we should start getting ready for competitive club football to return. Before then, we have another club-friendly tie to follow.
Arsenal and Juventus are getting ready for a showdown before the season returns. It is on boxing day for Arsenal, while Juventus have until January before they start competing again.
With that, this friendly match will keep players fit for what is to come, and you can expect them to look for a way to improve their play.
Two Powerhouses
Arsenal and Juventus are two powerhouses in Europe with incredible pedigree. Therefore, a match between these two teams holds strong historical backing, even though it is a friendly match.
Since the break, Juventus hasn’t had any significant activity. They’ve not played any friendly matches.
So, we think some of the players might be rusty against Arsenal, a team that has played two matches since the break.
However, this game will be good for Juventus because it will test the players at a reasonable level.
With both teams ready to get some minutes in the tank before competitive football returns, join us as we check out this game and provide our Arsenal vs Juventus prediction, alongside some other essential details.
This match has the potential to be exciting, and we expect it to be worth following.
Arsenal vs. Juventus Information
The match is set to kick off on Saturday before the third-place match. So, you can catch the action before we see Morocco and Croatia go head-to-head for the bronze medal.
The game is set to begin at noon ET on the 17th of December. It will occur at the Emirate stadium, with both teams looking to get enough players on the pitch.
Since this is a friendly game, we don’t expect it to be too harsh on the players, and based on the current Arsenal and Juventus stats, the soccer picks and parlays for this game seem straightforward. They look to favor the Gunners, especially since they are playing at home.
Last Game Record
Juventus Last Game Record
Juventus haven’t played since they won 3-0 against Lazio before the break. The team was on a good run after their 2-1 loss to PSG in the UEFA Champions League.
They won their last three games without conceding a goal, showing that the team was ready to turn their season around and push for the title.
However, the team hasn’t been active for some time. Therefore, the players might be a bit rusty.
Arsenal’s Last Game Record
On the other hand, Arsenal has been active during the break.
They’ve already played two matches, and both of them have been against top teams in Europe. The last match was against the Serie A defending champions.
The tie against AC Milan wasn’t easy for the Gunners because the champions of Italy came with a close-knit team.
Although Arsenal took the lead in the 21st minute and doubled it in the 42nd, they struggled in the second half.
AC Milan got a goal back, but it wasn’t enough for the team to get a comeback against the Gunners. Undoubtedly, it was one of the most exciting club friendlies during this period.
And it means that Arsenal players would come into this game more match-fit than Juventus’s players since they’ve been out since the start of the break.
Arsenal vs. Juventus Betting Analysis
Arsenal and Juventus haven’t met in a long time. The last time both teams played against each other was in the UEFA Champions League in 2006.
It was a great tie that saw Juventus receive three red cards, and as a result, they lost the match to the Gunners. The first leg was at the Emirates, and Juventus played with nine men.
So, it wasn’t a shock when they lost 2-0 to the Gunners.
Although they lost to ten men in the second leg, they still got a draw, but it wasn’t enough for the team to make it into the next round. However, we can’t use that game because it was long ago, and both teams have changed.
Newer players will serve both sides. Therefore, we expect a different game, especially since this is not a competitive match and nothing is at stake.
Arsenal vs Juventus prediction seems straightforward, with both teams looking to give their players enough time to get fit for club football to return.
Odds Breakdown
Unfortunately, we couldn’t find any odds for this game as we previewed the match.
Arsenal’s Odds Breakdown
However, considering how the teams have gone about the break, we believe Arsenal odds would be the better option for this tie.
The team has had some time to play together and has worked as a unit with most of the key players representing their nations.
Juventus’ Odds Breakdown
On the other hand, Juventus hasn’t had any matches since the break. Therefore, we think the players might be a bit rusty.
In that case, it will be difficult for them to perform against a tight group like Arsenal, which has also been in form since the start of this season. We expect Arsenal to dominate the game.
Both teams will want to make this game count as it will prepare them for the return of competitive football. We understand there’s nothing at stake for either side since it is simply a club-friendly match.
However, the players will want to prove to the coach that they can impact games and help when needed, especially in the absence of a key player.
Arsenal
This season, Arsenal has been in better form compared to last season when they struggled to win games. They lead the EPL with five points.
In addition, the team has been on a three-game winning streak as they’ve won their last two club friendlies.
Therefore, we expect Arteta to have enough options for his starting 11 and how he wants to approach the game.
Juventus
Although Juventus went to the break with three wins without conceding a goal. As a result, the team performed better than when the season started.
So, we can’t write them off for this match, although some key players might not be available for selection since they are not all back from their FIFA World Cup duties.
Arsenal vs. Juventus Pick and Prediction
Arsenal and Juventus will want to make their season count. Therefore, returning to competitive football in good form, they need to get something from this match.
Although the result doesn’t change anything in their season, it will be good for the team to maintain their current form.
In that case, we expect a tight match. So, check out our Arsenal vs Juventus prediction below.
- Pick 1: Arsenal to win
- Pick 2: Both teams to score
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