Juventus v Parma preview: matchweek 2 team news and lineups

Juventus FC will host Parma Calcio at the Allianz Stadium on August 29 in matchweek 2 of the Serie A 2026-27 season. Juventus enter after a 0-1 victory against Frosinone while Parma come in following a 0-1 loss to Cagliari.

The Luciano Spalletti-led side controlled the tempo against Frosinone but managed only a single goal and will need to improve their final-third approach. Juventus FC looked steady in defence and will have the advantage of playing at home. Match fitness across the Juventus squad is reported as full availability.

Parma Calcio were unhappy with their opening Serie A display, losing 0-1 to Cagliari after conceding a late goal, and the report states the team currently lacks squad quality. Carlos Cuesta’s men will face added difficulty away from home in the upcoming fixture. The defeat cost Parma three points in their opening match.

Francisco Conceição was named the top performer for the Old Lady in the final third during their opening contest; the 23-year-old bagged a crucial assist and helped his side secure a draw. The report says Conceição will be deployed on the right flank once again and is expected to test the visitors’ defence.

Christian Ordóñez is highlighted as a player Parma will rely on to raise their output, with the 22-year-old described as capable of controlling midfield and contributing goals. The source states his presence on the field will play an important role for the visitors.

Squad availability details list Juventus as having all players fit and ready, while Parma will miss Botond Balogh and Hans Nicolussi Caviglia as they are not match-fit. Projected lineups provided are: Vicario (GK); Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly, Celik; Locatelli, Luiz; Conceicao, McKennie, Yildiz; Kolo Muani and Corvi (GK); Del Prato, Troilo, Ndiaye, Valeri; Bernabe, Konate, Ordonez; Keita, Toure, Lontani.

The clash will take place at the Allianz Stadium on August 29 and fans will be able to view all the games live via Zee5 and Unite8 Sports.