The Cult of Calcio
More than just bragging rights is at stake as Juventus and Torino go head-to-head in the first Derby della Mole this season. The home side’s feeble Scudetto pursuit is at risk ahead of Granata’s visit to the Allianz Stadium on Saturday evening.
Despite seeing off newly promoted Cremonese on his touchline debut, new manager Luciano Spalletti faltered in his first Champions League game in charge of the club. Sporting CP held Juventus to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday, exposing many of the Turin giants’ frailties.
Last weekend’s 2-1 win in Cremona at least kept Juventus within striking distance of the top four in Serie A. The record-time Italian champions currently trail fourth-placed…