Juventus vs Empoli Preview & Predictions: Bianconeri too Strong at Home

Turin's Allianz Stadium plays host to a mid-table clash when Juventus welcome Empoli on Saturday evening. Massimiliano Allegri's men currently sit 8th, while the visitors from Tuscany are 13th - just 5 points separate these sides. However, Juve will start as clear favorites riding a 4-match undefeated run at home.

Juventus vs Empoli Preview

The Old Lady have struggled for consistency under new boss Allegri but remain formidable on their own patch. They've won 3 of their last 5 in the league to steady the ship after a poor start. Key man Dusan Vlahovic has 4 goals in his last 3 outings and will look to add to that tally. In contrast, Empoli have lost momentum with 1 win in 5 and only scored once in their prior 3 road trips. Star midfielder Kristjan Asllani is also serving a suspension.

Despite Empoli's plucky displays on their day, Juve are a different proposition on home soil where they average over 2 goals per game. Vlahovic's red-hot form up front coupled with the energetic presence of Fabio Miretti in midfield should fire the hosts to victory. Expect the Argentine frontman to further enhance his burgeoning reputation with another strike or two.