Pisa vs Juventus prediction, H2H and probable lineups - December 27, 2025
One of the matches of Serie A’s 18th round will take place this Saturday at the Arena Garibaldi in Pisa, where the local side will host Turin giants Juventus. I’m offering a bet on the outcome of this clash, with strong odds for success.
Match preview
Alberto Gilardino’s squad is going through a tough spell in the top flight, stuck in the relegation zone as we approach the season’s midpoint. After a relatively lively start, the Nerazzurri have lost three of their last four matches, failing to score in two of them. Last week, Pisa narrowly avoided defeat thanks to a late goal from Stefano Moreo, but the 2-2 draw with Cagliari didn’t inspire much optimism - the opposition was far from unbeatable.
Pisa’s home form is particularly concerning: at the Arena Garibaldi, they’ve managed just one win and a single goal since returning to Serie A. With top scorer Nzola away at the Africa Cup of Nations, the hosts’ attacking threat is even more diminished. Facing a side like Juventus, it will be a real challenge for them to even secure a draw.
After a chaotic start to the season and yet another shake-up in the boardroom, the Bianconeri have finally found their stride under Luciano Spalletti. The new manager has led Juventus to six wins in their last seven matches, including crucial victories over Bologna and Roma. On top of that, they’ve advanced confidently to the Coppa Italia quarterfinals and closed in on the Champions League spots.
Despite serious personnel issues in defense, Spalletti has organized the team structure and boosted their attacking line—Openda finally opened his Serie A account, while Conceição has been a dynamic creative force. Even without Vlahović and several defenders, the Turin side looks confident, and a match against one of the league’s strugglers is a golden chance to extend their winning streak to four games.
Probable lineups
- Pisa: Semper, Canestrelli, Caracciolo, Bonfanti, Toure, Vural, Piccinini, Aebischer, Angori, Tramoni, Meister
- Juventus: Di Gregorio, Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, McKennie, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso, Conceição, Yildiz, Openda
Match facts and head-to-head
- Juventus have won 10 of 14 Serie A matches against Pisa, never losing in the process.
- Pisa have scored just one goal at home since the start of the season.
- The last head-to-head in Pisa saw Juve win 5-1—way back in 1990.
Prediction
Juventus are hitting their stride and look increasingly confident despite squad absences. The victory over Roma has boosted the team’s self-belief, and Pisa are one of the most favorable opponents they could face. Given the hosts’ weak attack and key absences, it will be extremely tough for them to pick up any points.
