Juventus began their demanding February schedule with a convincing win over Parma, marking their first victory at the Stadio Ennio Tardini in five years. This match, held on February 1, 2026, served as an important confidence boost as the Bianconeri prepare for a pivotal month ahead.
February is set to be a challenging period for Juventus, featuring matches against three of the top six teams and a quarterfinal in the Coppa Italia against Atalanta. Additionally, they will compete in a two-legged playoff against Galatasaray in the Champions League. The victory against Parma was crucial for building momentum before these demanding fixtures.
Historically, Juventus has struggled against teams they are expected to defeat, having not beaten Parma at their home ground since 2020. However, under head coach Luciano Spalletti, the team has shown improvement, often dispatching weaker opponents with relative ease.
The match started with Juventus on the front foot, nearly scoring within the first minute. They quickly established dominance, with Parma”s defense—previously praised for its resilience—struggling to contain the Bianconeri”s attacks. By halftime, Juventus had secured a 2-0 lead thanks to goals from Bremer and Weston McKennie.
Despite allowing Parma back into the game with an own goal, Juventus quickly responded, adding a fourth goal to seal the match with a 4-1 final score. This decisive win not only showcased their attacking prowess but also provided a significant morale boost as they head into a series of challenging encounters.
Spalletti fielded a strong lineup, featuring a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Michele Di Gregorio in goal and a robust defensive lineup including Pierre Kalulu and Bremer. The midfield was anchored by Manuel Locatelli and Khéphren Thuram, while McKennie, Francisco Conceição, and Kenan Yildiz supported Jonathan David in attack.
Parma, managed by Carlos Cuesta, faced pressure due to recent poor performances, including a heavy loss to Atalanta. Cuesta”s side employed a 4-3-2-1 formation but struggled to cope with Juventus” attacking intensity.
Juventus made their mark early, with Locatelli”s pass setting up Kalulu for a dangerous chance. McKennie then created opportunities, but it was a corner kick that led to the opening goal, with Bremer heading home from Conceição”s well-placed delivery.
As the match progressed, Juventus continued to press for more goals. McKennie extended the lead with a brilliant volley before halftime. Even after the own goal that gave Parma a glimmer of hope, Juventus quickly regained control and added two more goals to their tally.
The final moments saw a few missed opportunities for Juventus, but they successfully managed the game to secure a vital three points. As the final whistle blew, the players celebrated a strong performance that sets a positive tone for the upcoming challenges in February.
