Luciano Spalletti will skip the Juventus vs Roma pre-match press conference, sending Pierre Kalulu to speak on his behalf. Punters may see this as a sign of tactical focus and defensive discipline—consider Juventus for a narrow win or under 2.5 goals, and evaluate clean-sheet markets given the defensive emphasis.
Spalletti to skip pre-match press conference ahead of Juventus vs Roma
Juventus face Roma in a high-stakes Serie A clash, but head coach Luciano Spalletti has opted not to address the media before the game. The decision follows a pattern this season of Spalletti limiting his pre-match appearances and prioritising preparation on the training ground.
Who will speak for Juventus?
Defender Pierre Kalulu will represent the squad at the pre-match press conference. Kalulu steps in this time after the coach previously sent captain Manuel Locatelli in similar circumstances earlier in the campaign.
Why Spalletti is staying silent
Spalletti’s reasons are familiar: he wants to focus fully on match preparations and has sometimes already fulfilled media duties in other competitions earlier in the week. The move signals a desire to minimise distractions and protect tactical planning ahead of a crucial league fixture.
Tactical and team implications
Having a defender speak to the media can be interpreted as an internal emphasis on defensive organisation. Spalletti’s absence suggests a coach intent on concentrating on game plans rather than public messaging, which often accompanies tight, pragmatic match approaches against strong opponents like Roma.
Betting and match markets to watch
Punters should note the defensive undertones. Markets to consider include Juventus in narrow-win scenarios, under 2.5 goals, or Juventus clean-sheet options—especially if team news and starting XI confirm a conservative setup.
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