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Juventus Narrowly Defeats Genoa in Igor Tudor's Coaching Debut

Kenan Yildiz's decisive goal keeps Juventus one point behind Bologna in the race for Champions League qualification.

Soccer Football - Serie A - Juventus v Genoa - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 29, 2025 Juventus' Kenan Yildiz scores their first goal REUTERS/Massimo Pinca
Soccer Football - Serie A - Juventus v Genoa - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 29, 2025 Juventus' Dusan Vlahovic in action with Genoa's Koni De Winter
Soccer Football - Serie A - Juventus v Genoa - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 29, 2025 Juventus coach Igor Tudor reacts
Soccer Football - Serie A - Juventus v Genoa - Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy - March 29, 2025 Juventus' Nicolas Gonzalez in action

Overview

  • Igor Tudor began his tenure as Juventus' interim coach with a 1-0 victory over Genoa, following the dismissal of Thiago Motta.
  • Kenan Yildiz scored the match's only goal, marking his seventh of the season in all competitions.
  • Juventus remains fifth in Serie A, trailing Bologna by one point after Bologna's 1-0 win over Venezia.
  • Tudor emphasized hard work and gradual improvement as the team seeks a crucial Champions League spot for financial and competitive stability.
  • Genoa coach Patrick Vieira expressed disappointment, stating his team deserved at least a draw despite their organized and spirited performance.