Juventus host Rennes in the Europa League with their strong European start contrasting sharply with domestic form. The Italian side have won both opening fixtures, while Rennes remain unbeaten after a draw and a victory.
Both teams return to the competition after defeats in their national leagues. The preview examines that contrast and squad availability rather than establishing the forthcoming result.
Juventus recover from Lazio setback
Juventus began with a 5-0 win over NEC before defeating Celta Vigo 2-1 in Spain. Nick Woltemade and Randal Kolo Muani both scored in the second match.
Luciano Spalletti's team have won only one of their past five Serie A fixtures and lost 3-0 to Lazio, leaving them eighth and eight points behind Inter in the report's standings.
Francisco Conceição's shoulder problem adds to an injury list including Kenan Yıldız, Khéphren Thuram, Jeff Ekhator, Kamil Grabara and Manuel Locatelli.
Rennes bring an unbeaten European record
Rennes drew 0-0 with Sturm Graz before beating OFI Crete through Abdelhamid Aït Boudlal's late goal. Their domestic defending has been less secure, with a 4-3 loss to Paris FC despite Esteban Lepaul scoring three penalties.
Lepaul suffered an ankle injury and could miss the Turin trip, with Boulaye Dia a possible replacement. The choice remains unconfirmed.
Rennes have lost all four previous away visits to Italy identified in the preview. That history provides context as Juventus seek a third European win, but neither it nor projected selections determines what will happen in the new meeting.