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Juventus vs Como | Expected Lineup

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5 months ago

February 20, 2026

Fifth-placed Juventus face a crucial test as they host this season’s surprise package, Como, hoping to arrest a worrying dip in form. After a dominant 4-1 victory over Parma in early February, it appeared that the Bianconeri were regaining momentum.

However, three defeats in their last four matches across all competitions, with only a last-minute 2-2 draw against Lazio interrupting the slide, have raised alarm bells.

Coach Luciano Spalletti will be particularly concerned about a defence that has conceded at least three goals in each of these setbacks, including a humbling 5-2 UEFA Champions League loss at Galatasaray, despite leading 2-1 at halftime.

Juventus will be banking on their impressive home record—undefeated at home in Serie A this season (7 wins, 5 draws)—to restore confidence and secure vital points.

Como Look to Build on Historic Upset

Sixth-placed Como enter this clash with a familiar pattern of highs and lows. Following an astonishing 6-0 thrashing of Torino in late January, the Lariani have gone three league games without a win (2 draws, 1 loss).

Notably, both draws came against top-seven sides, including a 1-1 stalemate at AC Milan, while the team also reached the Coppa Italia semi-finals. Cesc Fàbregas’ men will need to perform at their peak, as they are yet to beat a top-eight team away from home this season (3 draws, 3 losses).

Nevertheless, five wins in six away games across all competitions should give Como fans hope in Turin. The Lariani’s 2-0 victory in the reverse fixture back in October marked their first league win over Juventus since 1952, highlighting their potential to spring surprises.

Both sides will be without key players: Juventus’ Gleison Bremer is injured, Pierre Kalulu is suspended, while Como will miss talisman Nico Paz. Statistically, Juventus excel at home once they take the lead, winning all nine matches where they’ve gone 1-0 up.

Meanwhile, Como have shown early attacking intent, scoring seven goals in the opening 15 minutes this season—second only to Inter Milan. With players like Teun Koopmeiners and Martin Baturina in form, this promises to be a captivating encounter.

Expected Starting XI by Spalletti according to Sky Sport :