Juventus vs Roma prediction, H2H and probable lineups — December 20, 2025
As part of Serie A's 16th round, Juventus and Roma will face off in Turin on Saturday, December 20. Kickoff is set for 20:45 Central European Time. I'm backing a bet on the goal total in this clash.
Match preview
Juventus have had an inconsistent 2025/26 campaign so far, but they remain firmly in the race for Champions League spots. The Bianconeri alternate confident wins with unexpected slip-ups, much of which stems from defensive instability.
Still, the Turin side are among the most prolific home teams in Serie A. At their own stadium, the Bianconeri play with clear attacking intent, pushing the tempo and applying pressure from the opening whistle.
Juventus boast a deep attacking lineup, with special attention warranted for Kenan Yildiz. The 20-year-old Turkish forward rarely leaves the pitch without a goal involvement and ranks among the league's best in combined goals and assists.
Overall, Juve's season has been defined by unpredictability. Luciano Spalletti's arrival in the dugout is yet to produce instant results, but the team looks powerful, even if they often struggle against weaker opponents.
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Roma aim to play attacking and fairly risky football, a hallmark of Gasperini-led sides. The Giallorossi thrive in open matches, often relying on rapid vertical attacks.
They haven't fully shed their pragmatic side, but that actually has its benefits. To date, the Wolves have conceded just eight goals in Serie A, the best defensive record in the league.
On the road, Roma have exceeded expectations. In seven away matches, they've picked up 15 points—matching Inter and Milan for the league's best away record.
Despite that, Roma's attack remains inconsistent, and Gasperini has repeatedly lamented the lack of a reliable striker. The experienced coach is looking to the upcoming transfer window for solutions. The futures of Dovbyk and Ferguson are in serious doubt, with neither player living up to expectations so far.
Match facts
- Juventus are unbeaten at home since March.
- The Turin side have kept back-to-back clean sheets in their last two matches.
- Roma have yet to draw a match this season.
- The Giallorossi have conceded in each of their last three Serie A away games.
- Juventus average 1.8 goals per home game, while Roma average 1.2 goals per away game.
Probable lineups
- Juventus: Di Gregorio, Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Cambiaso, McKennie, Thuram, Locatelli, Yildiz, Conceição, David.
- Roma: Svilar, Hermoso, Mancini, Celik, Rensch, Wesley, Koné, Cristante, Sоule, Pellegrini, Ferguson.
H2H
- The last three head-to-head meetings between these teams have ended in draws.
- Roma haven't beaten Juventus in Turin since 2020.
Prediction
Both teams are in solid form, separated by just four points in the standings. With so much at stake in the race for a top-four finish, don't expect a free-flowing attacking spectacle. My pick is under 2.5 total goals.
