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Serie A - Ildiz scored with two assists, Juventus 2-0 Udinese still ranked 4th!

1:16am, 20 May 2025【Football】

The lights at the Allianz Stadium pierced the rain curtain, and Juventus defeated Udinese 2-0 in the 37th round of the league, but failed to shake the fourth place in the standings. When Vlahovic's shot penetrated Okoye's fingers, the fans in the stands were cheering mixed with anxiety - although this victory consolidated the initiative in the fight for the four, it failed to completely clear the suspense. Ilditz's two assists shine throughout the game, while Allegri's tactical adjustment once again became the winner, but the Zebras' Champions League qualification is still hanging in the last round.

Youth Storm: Ilditz's midfield magic

In the 61st minute of the game, a casual return from Udinese defender Bomavoco became the turning point. Ilditz rushed to the ball like a cheetah, and after a slight adjustment, he accurately passed the penalty area. Nico Gonzalez easily pushed the ball and scored. This goal not only broke the deadlock, but also demonstrated the Turkish genius' ability to read the game - he completed 4 key passes and 3 successful passes, and was rated as the highest in the game with 8.7 points after the game.

The 19-year-old midfielder has made 44 appearances for Juventus this season, contributing 8 goals and 4 assists, and his first goal in the Champions League set a record for the youngest foreign aid in the team's history. His growth trajectory is highly consistent with Juventus' youthful strategy: he averaged 1.5 steals per game when pressing at high positions, and had a maximum of 6 key passes in a single game on the offensive end, gradually becoming the team's focus on offense and defense conversion. In this game, he and McKenny formed a double gate in the midfield, which successfully restricted Udinese's counterattack, and the two teamed up to complete 7 steals and 4 interceptions.

Substitute surprise: Vlahovic's fatal blow

Allegri's substitution adjustment is once again the winner. In the 73rd minute, he sent Vlahovic and Via at the same time, and the pair rewrites the battle in just 15 minutes. In the 88th minute, Ilditz broke through from the left and made a cross. Vlahovic calmly shot in the penalty area, and the ball entered the net. This goal not only secured the victory, but also continued the recent hot state of the Serbian striker - he has scored 6 goals in his last 5 league games, becoming the "key gentleman" in Juventus' sprint stage.

Vlahovic's substitute role is quite symbolic. He has been excluded from the starter many times this season due to injuries and ups and downs in form, but Allegri always trusts his finishing ability. He touched the ball only 12 times after he came on the court, but completed 2 shots and hit the goal frame range, which was amazingly efficient. This "super substitute" positioning may become the winner of Juventus' final round.

Defense line crisis: Resilience in the shadow of injury

Juventus' victory is hard-won. As many as 6 midfielders were injured before the game, and the absence of main players such as Bremer and Cambiaso directly weakened the defensive system. During the game, Udinese used the wing breakthroughs to create threats many times. Koksen's incisive pocket shot hit the post, and Muani's single shot was saved by Okoye, all of which exposed the fragility of the defense line.

However, the temporary central defender combination formed by Rugani and Gati showed tenacious fighting spirit. The two teamed up to complete 8 clearances and 3 interceptions, and Rugani even headed the ball in the 35th minute to resolve the opponent's must-scoring goals. This resilience in adversity is the key to Juventus conceding only 9 goals in his last 14 league games. Allegri praised the defense line after the game: "In the face of so many injuries, they defended the goal with their lives."

Surprises: The countdown to the final round of life and death

Despite the victory, Juventus temporarily ranked fourth with 67 points, leading Roma only 1 point ahead of fifth-ranked Rome, with Lazio and Bologna following closely behind. The final round of the match against Venice will become the "final" - if Juventus wins, he will be qualified for the Champions League regardless of other results; if he draws, he needs to rely on Roma or Lazio to lose.

Allegri emphasized to the players during the break: "We need more patience while improving the quality of the last pass." This tactical adjustment worked in the second stage, with Juventus' possession increasing from 45% to 58%, and the number of shots also had an advantage of 14-6. Ilditz said after the game: "We must focus on Venice and fight until the last moment." The determination of the Turkish star may become the key to Juventus' breakthrough.

Udinese: Struggle on the road to relegation

For Udinese, this loss is irrelevant. They have relegated one round ahead of schedule and finally ranked 12th with 44 points to complete their season goals. The tactical adjustment of coach Rounya Ici has begun to show results. The team scored 12 goals through set pieces this season, accounting for 28% of the total goals, but the Iron Barrel Formation facing Juventus in this game was unable to replicate successfully.

It is worth noting that Udinese's young forward Pizarro made his Serie A debut in the 70th minute. The 19-year-old Brazilian teenager demonstrates agile running and dribbling ability, and may become the hope star of the Yellow and Black Legion next season.

Conclusion: One victory, two finals

When the final whistle sounded, the real-time scores of other games were played on the big screen of Allianz Stadium. The Juventus players' expressions were both excited and solemn - this victory was just the beginning, and the real test was still in the last round. Ildidz's rise, Vlahovic's recovery, and the resilience of the defense will all become Juventus' capital to attack the Champions League.

As the editorial of Turin Sports said: "Injuries and controversy, Juventus showed a true champion temperament. But to return to the top stage in Europe, they need to win another final." This 2-0 victory is not only an affirmation of the efforts of this season, but also a preview of the final round of the battle. The fate of the Zebra Legion will be revealed at the San Ellamo Stadium in Venice.