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Things are about to get hectic for Juventus once the games begin again

We are about to go from one extreme of the scale to the other. Why? Because after sitting through the longest in-season international break (that wasn’t much of a break at all for some) that we’ve ever seen in this…

Published: Monday, 5 October 2026 at 10:30 AM
Things are about to get hectic for Juventus once the games begin again
Key Things to Know
  • Juventus face a demanding run of nine matches across 29 days starting against Cagliari on October 11, 2026.
  • Six of the nine upcoming fixtures across Serie A and the Europa League are away matches.
  • Manager Luciano Spalletti must manage squad rotation amid injuries, including the absence of midfielder Manuel Locatelli.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Juventus face a congested schedule of nine matches in 29 days following the international break, starting on October 11, 2026, against Cagliari. Manager Luciano Spalletti must balance Serie A and UEFA Europa League fixtures while navigating squad injuries, notably the absence of midfielder Manuel Locatelli.

Writer Danny Penza argues the demanding run will thoroughly test squad rotation, with six of the nine fixtures played away from home. Domestic home clashes against Lazio and Napoli represent major tests before the team concludes the grueling stretch at Fiorentina on November 8, 2026.

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