Massimiliano Allegri, the head coach of Juventus, is urging his team to secure a win against Genoa in their upcoming Serie A match before the international break. Juventus has been facing a rough patch in the league, having won only one of their last seven matches and losing three. The recent 2-2 draw with Atalanta allowed AC Milan to overtake them as Inter’s closest challengers for the Scudetto.

Allegri sees the match against Genoa as an opportunity for Juventus to make a statement and regain their form before the players disperse for international duty. Despite their defensive shortcomings in recent games, Allegri remains optimistic about the team’s potential for improvement. He emphasized the need for defensive improvement as a collective effort rather than individual mistakes.

However, Juventus is facing selection issues with Arkadiusz Milik sidelined, while Adrien Rabiot is not yet fully fit. On a positive note, Mattia Perin and Mattia De Sciglio are back, and the team’s forwards, including Moise Kean, are available for selection.

On the other hand, Genoa is also looking to bounce back from two consecutive defeats, including a 3-2 home loss to Monza. Head coach Alberto Gilardino acknowledges the challenge of facing Juventus, highlighting their strong squad and the presence of world-class players. Despite the tough task ahead, Gilardino emphasizes the importance of maintaining balance and paying attention to the finer details on the pitch.

The upcoming match between Juventus and Genoa is poised to be a crucial fixture for both teams, with Juventus aiming to reassert their dominance in Serie A, while Genoa seeks to turn their fortunes around after recent setbacks.