Juventus, everything about Vlahovic: The team relies on him, and even Thiago Motta changes. And what about Stuttgart…
Juventus‘ latest developments are all about one name: Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian striker has become the focal point of the team’s offense, and even coach Thiago Motta is adapting his strategy around him. But what about the upcoming match against Stuttgart? Will Vlahovic continue to be the main man, or will his teammates step up and share the load?
According to statistics, Vlahovic’s influence on the team’s success is undeniable. His 26 shots in Serie A surpass those of his teammates, who combined for 21 shots. Moreover, his xG (expected goals) total of 6.05 is significantly higher than the rest of the team’s 3.42.
However, this reliance on Vlahovic raises questions. If he remains the only source of goals, the team may become predictable, as seen in the match against Lazio, where Juventus mostly relied on Vlahovic’s individual efforts. Coach Motta has already tried to mix things up, substituting Vlahovic with Tim Weah in the match against Napoli, but to no avail.
For the upcoming match against Stuttgart, Motta has announced a new lineup, with Turkish midfielder Kağan Yildiz set to start on the left wing, and Douglas Luiz in the central midfield role. But will this change bring the desired effect, or will Vlahovic still be the central figure of the team’s offense?
One thing is certain: Juventus‘ success in the Champions League has been marked by Vlahovic’s dominance, with six goals in just two games. As the team prepares for their next matches, the weight is clearly on Vlahovic’s shoulders. Will he be able to lead his team to victory, or will his teammates step up to share the load? Only time will tell.
