Juventus Set to Adjust Tactics with McKennie's Return Against Bologna
Juventus probable lineup vs Bologna: McKennie’s return changes the system
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Juventus manager Luciano Spalletti welcomes back Weston McKennie from suspension for their match against Bologna. His return may lead to a tactical shift, with McKennie likely starting as an attacking midfielder in a 4-2-3-1 formation, which could affect the lineup significantly.
- 01Weston McKennie returns to the starting lineup after a one-match ban.
- 02Juventus may switch to a 4-2-3-1 formation for the match against Bologna.
- 03Jonathan David is favored to start as the striker over Jeremie Boga.
- 04Khephren Thuram and Lloyd Kelly are expected to be fit for the match.
- 05Emil Holm will likely be benched despite a strong performance last week.
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Juventus will see the return of Weston McKennie for their upcoming match against Bologna after he served a one-match suspension. His presence is expected to influence the team's tactical setup, with manager Luciano Spalletti likely opting for a 4-2-3-1 formation instead of the usual 3-4-2-1. McKennie is anticipated to play as an attacking midfielder, supported by Kenan Yildiz and Francisco Conceicao. Despite a solid performance last week, Emil Holm will be sidelined, while Jonathan David is the frontrunner to lead the attack, pushing Jeremie Boga to the bench. Khephren Thuram and Lloyd Kelly are both expected to recover from minor injuries to maintain their spots in the lineup alongside club captain Manuel Locatelli. The defensive lineup will feature Pierre Kalulu, Gleison Bremer, and Andrea Cambiaso, with Michele Di Gregorio set to start as goalkeeper, pending Mattia Perin's fitness. There are some uncertainties regarding the final lineup, particularly between David and Boga for the striker position, with a 55% chance for David to start.
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McKennie's return could enhance Juventus's attacking capabilities, potentially leading to a more dynamic performance against Bologna.
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