AC MILAN v JUVENTUS: OPPONENT REVIEW

Luciano Spalletti's squad have found a system that works well for them, the 3-4-3, allowing balance between attacking play and defensive cover. There are also some variations with a 4-3-3, used depending on their opponent, such as against Genoa, which brought a positive result, but less so in the 1-1 draw with Sassuolo. Since Bremer's return, a crucial figure at the back, the former Italy coach has rediscovered the right solidity in a three-man defence, allowing the team to fully use the width provided by Cambiaso and Conceição.

THE YILDIZ-THURAM DUO LEADS THE ATTACK, WITH EX-ROSSONERI LOCATELLI AND KALULU IN THE SPOTLIGHT

The main reference point of this Juventus side is undoubtedly Kenan Yıldız: the Turkish forward has the ability to bring creativity to Juventus' attack and create overloads in the final third, opening up chances for both himself and his teammates, including Jonathan David, who got back on the scoresheet in the recent Serie A win over Bologna. In midfield, Khephren Thuram brings energy and physicality, complementing captain Locatelli's technique well. Locatelli has also previously played for the Rossoneri.

Another former Rossoneri to keep an eye on is Pierre Kalulu, who now plays a vital role in Juventus' setup. The French defender has started in 32 out of their 33 matches this season, finishing 31 of these games, with the only minutes missed resulting from a red card against Inter and the suspension that followed. Those numbers highlight how crucial he is to Spalletti, bringing defensive awareness and balance on the right, which in turn allows Conceição and McKennie to push higher up the pitch. Playing as a right-sided centre-back, he handles defensive transitions in both directions with real maturity.

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