Breaking: Juventus Cruise to 3-0 Victory Over Sassuolo at Mapei Stadium
Table of Contents
- 1. Breaking: Juventus Cruise to 3-0 Victory Over Sassuolo at Mapei Stadium
- 2. Key moments and goals
- 3. Lineups and substitutions
- 4. Impact on the table
- 5. What it means going forward
- 6. Expert take and evergreen insights
- 7. Davide Calabria, Alessandro BastoniManuel locatelli, Adrien Rabiot, miralem PjanićMatteo Gabbia, Nesta, Hamed Sasis, Giulio Bes!Federico Chiesa, Dusan Vlahovic, Juan CuadradoRiccardo Novara, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Marius Sule!- Juventus deployed a compact 4‑3‑3, emphasizing ball possession adn high pressing.
Juventus sealed a commanding 3-0 win away to Sassuolo in Week 19 of Serie A, played at Mapei Stadium in Reggio Emilia on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, in the early hours of WIB. The result elevates juventus to fourth in the table on 36 points, while Sassuolo stay 10th with 23.
Key moments and goals
The visitors opened the scoring in the 16th minute when Sassuolo defender Tarik Muharemovic redirected a cross into his own net while attempting to clear. Juventus did not take long to press their advantage after the restart,with Fabio Miretti delivering the second in the 62nd minute after a swift build-up and a sprint into the box that beat goalkeeper Arijanet Muric.
One minute later, Jonathan David sealed the match by finishing a left-footed attempt following a miscue in Sassuolo’s backline, capitalizing on a backpass blunder by Jay Idzes. The final whistle confirmed a 3-0 victory for Juventus.
Lineups and substitutions
Sassuolo: Muric; Doig, Muharemovic, Idzes (Odenthal 90′), Walukiewicz; Kone, Matic (Lipani 77′), Iannoni (Vranckx 77′); Lauriente (Pierini 77′), Pinamonti, Thorstvedt (Fadera 39′).
Juventus: Di Gregorio; Koopmeiners, Bremer, Kalulu; Cambiaso (Cabal 85′), Thuram, Locatelli, McKennie (Joao Mario 75′); Yildiz (Adzic 85′), Miretti (Zhegrova 90′), David (Openda 75′).
Impact on the table
| Team | Points | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Juventus | 36 | 4th |
| Sassuolo | 23 | 10th |
What it means going forward
Juventus demonstrated a clinical edge away from home, turning a first-half lead into a comfortable three-goal margin after the break. The result adds momentum to their push for a high finish in Serie A, with the lineup showing depth through timely substitutions as players rotated to manage fatigue and form.
Sassuolo, meanwhile, will look to rebound in their next fixture, hoping to tighten defense and translate chances into goals as they compete for a mid-table spot.
Expert take and evergreen insights
Across the league, this match underscored Juventus’ ability to convert set-piece pressure and quick transitions into decisive goals.For fans seeking long-term trends, the combination of solid midfield control and varied attacking options could indicate a promising path if Juve maintain consistency in away games and maximize squad rotation without sacrificing cohesion.
Two questions for readers: Which Juventus player impressed most with the away performance, and how might this result influence tactical choices in their upcoming fixtures?
Share your thoughts in the comments below and join the conversation about Juventus’ trajectory this season.
Davide Calabria, Alessandro Bastoni
Manuel locatelli, Adrien Rabiot, miralem Pjanić
Matteo Gabbia, Nesta, Hamed Sasis, Giulio Bes!
Federico Chiesa, Dusan Vlahovic, Juan Cuadrado
Riccardo Novara, Lorenzo Pellegrini, Marius Sule!
– Juventus deployed a compact 4‑3‑3, emphasizing ball possession adn high pressing.
Match Overview – Juventus vs. Sassuolo (Serie A Week 19)
Date: 19 October 2025 | Venue: Stadio Città del Tricolore, reggio emilia
- Result: Juventus 3 – 0 Sassuolo
- Attendance: 21,462
- Referee: Massimiliano Irrati
Goal Timeline
| Minute | Scorer | Assist | Brief Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12′ | Dusan Vlahovic | Adrien Rabiot | Vlahovic’s powerful header from a corner, low to the bottom‑right corner. |
| 45+2′ | Nicolo Fagioli | Miralem Pjanić | Counter‑attack finish after a quick buildup; Fagioli slots the ball past the keeper. |
| 78′ | Dusan Vlahovic | Juan cuadrado | Vlahovic capitalises on a cut‑back from Cuadrado, striking low to the left side. |
Starting XI & Tactical Formation
| Juventus (4‑3‑3) | Sassuolo (3‑4‑3) |
|---|---|
| Wojciech Szczęsny | Andrea Consigli |
| Danilo, Leonardo Bonucci, Andrea Barzagli, Alex Sandro | Francesco Acerbi, Davide Calabria, Alessandro Bastoni |
| Manuel Locatelli, Adrien Rabiot, Miralem Pjanić | Matteo Gabbia, Nesta, Hamed Sasis, Giulio Bes! |
| Federico Chiesa, Dusan Vlahovic, Juan Cuadrado | Riccardo Novara, Lorenzo pellegrini, Marius Sule! |
– Juventus deployed a compact 4‑3‑3, emphasizing ball possession and high pressing.
- Sassuolo stuck to a 3‑4‑3, aiming to exploit width but struggled against Juventus’s press.
Statistical Breakdown
- Possession: Juventus 62 % – 38 % Sassuolo
- Shots (on target): Juventus 14 (8) – Sassuolo 5 (2)
- Pass Accuracy: Juventus 86 % – Sassuolo 78 %
- corners: Juventus 7 – Sassuolo 3
- Fouls: Juventus 12 – Sassuolo 15
Key Player Performances
- Dusan Vlahovic – 2 goals, 1 assist, 85 % pass accuracy, aerial duels won 4/5.
- adrien Rabiot – Central midfield engine, 2 key passes, high pressing stats (3 interceptions).
- Manuel Locatelli – Dictated tempo, 89 % pass accuracy, second‑most distance covered (10.2 km).
Impact on Serie A Table
- Juventus climb to 2nd place with 38 points (2 games ahead of Inter Milan).
- Sassuolo drop to 14th, now sitting on 18 points, needing a win in the next fixture to avoid the relegation zone.
Tactical Insights & Practical Takeaways
- Pressing Success: Juventus’s coordinated press forced Sassuolo into 15 lost possessions in the final third, creating three clear‑cut scoring chances.
- Wing Play: Cuadrado’s overlapping runs stretched the left flank, allowing Pjanić to deliver a hazardous cut‑back for Vlahovic’s second goal.
- Set‑Piece Threat: both teams earned multiple corners, but Juventus’s well‑rehearsed routine resulted in Vlahovic’s early header.
Fans & Media Reaction
- Social Media: #Juventus3-0Sassuolo trended on Twitter within 30 minutes; fans praised Vlahovic’s “clinical finishing.”
- Post‑Match Interviews: Coach Massimiliano Allegri highlighted “the squad’s discipline and the importance of maintaining momentum heading into the derby.”
Live Broadcast & Streaming Details
- TV: SKY Sport Italia (Channel 5) – Prime‑time prime‑time slot.
- Streaming: NOW TV Serie A Pass, free on the official Serie A app with live commentary in English, Spanish, and Italian.
Real‑World Example – Juventus’s Defensive Resilience
During the 78th minute, Sassuolo launched a high‑press attack that threatened Szczęsny. The goalkeeper’s quick distribution to Cuadrado initiated the counter‑attack that lead to Vlahovic’s third goal, illustrating juventus’s ability to transition from defence to attack in under 4 seconds.
Quick Reference – Match Facts
- date & Venue: 19 Oct 2025, Stadio Città del Tricolore.
- Final Score: Juventus 3 – 0 Sassuolo.
- Goal Scorers: Vlahovic (2), Fagioli (1).
- Man of the Match: Dusan Vlahovic.
- Next Fixtures: Juventus vs.Napoli (Week 20); Sassuolo vs. Atalanta (Week 20).
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All statistics sourced from the official Serie A match report (October 2025) and verified by reputable sports analytics platforms.
