Juventus’ Impressive Defensive Start in Serie A

Juventus F.C., one of Italy’s most renowned football clubs, has embarked on an intriguing start to the new Serie A season. The team has managed to secure victories in only three of their initial six league matches. However, a standout achievement is their impeccable defensive record, having not conceded a single goal across these fixtures while limiting their opponents to just 2.2 expected goals (xG) in total.

The team, affectionately known as “The Old Lady,” recently ended a series of three consecutive 0-0 draws in the league. Remarkably, all six matches played by Juventus this season concluded either with a goalless draw or a 3-0 victory. This includes successful outings against Como, Hellas Verona, and Genoa, despite facing formidable opponents such as Roma and Napoli.

In the UEFA Champions League, Juventus breached their defensive perfection when they conceded a goal against PSV Eindhoven. Nonetheless, they emerged victorious with a 3-1 win over the Dutch team. Upcoming on their schedule is a Champions League clash with RB Leipzig, which promises to be a test of their rigorous defensive capabilities.

On the other hand, RB Leipzig has also exhibited strong defensive form in their domestic league. The German club has allowed just two goals in five matches and have been involved in two goalless draws. Combined, these two teams have been part of five scoreless matches in their respective competitions so far.

However, a closer look at the numbers suggests that Juventus may sustain their defensive proficiency. The Italian club has averaged a mere 0.44 xG against per game in Serie A, indicative of a robust defense. Conversely, RB Leipzig, while defensively sound, has conceded a total of 6.2 expected goals over five matches, potentially overachieving in their goal prevention so far.

Both clubs have had commendable starts to their respective seasons, largely driven by their defensive efforts. Nevertheless, the underlying statistics suggest a potential decline for RB Leipzig, whereas Juventus could emerge as a “sleeping giant” in this tournament. Such solid performances may soon garner increased attention towards the Italian giants.

The odds offered for Juventus in their upcoming matches may reflect this, as their consistent defense bolsters their standing. This was highlighted by Michael Leboff, a sports analyst for the NY Post, who recommended a Juventus moneyline bet of +200 on bet365.