Juventus find themselves amidst a turbulent period, grappling with a slump that has persisted since their disappointing results against Empoli and Inter Milan, effectively shattering their hopes of remaining in the Scudetto race. The downward spiral, which commenced at the end of January, shows no signs of abating, with the team managing just a solitary victory in their last eight outings.
According to reports from TuttoSport, the Bianconeri are currently enduring one of their most lackluster phases in recent memory. Drawing parallels to previous poor runs under managers like Claudio Ranieri, Ciro Ferrara, and Alberto Zaccheroni, Juventus’ current plight stands out as one of their worst in the last four decades. Only under Claudio Lippi, notably in 2001 and 1998, have they faced more dire stretches, albeit with contrasting outcomes – winning the title in one instance and witnessing the resignation of the coach in the other. Fortunately, the current managerial position appears secure despite the team’s struggles.
In their last eight Serie A fixtures, Juventus have amassed a mere 7 points, finding the net 9 times while conceding 11 goals. This season’s tally of 59 points in 29 matches mirrors their on-pitch performance from the previous campaign, a period overshadowed by legal challenges, as highlighted by Il Fatto Quotidiano.
The fall from grace has seen Juventus slip to third place in the league standings. Despite maintaining an eight-point cushion over fifth-placed rivals, the team faces mounting pressure with Atalanta trailing by 12 points, albeit with a game in hand. The looming specter of uncertainty continues to cast a shadow over Juventus as they navigate through this turbulent phase in their storied history.
