Juventus‘ impressive appearance early in the season could not be separated to the consistent appearance of Andrea Pirlo. Many people who say Pirlo is I Bianconeri current motor. In fact, some say Juventus has a ‘Pirlodependencia syndrome’.

The assessment is very reasonable considering so far Pirlo still tops the list of top assists in Serie A with three assists that led to goals. Nearly half of the 7 goals from five games played by Juventus. Juventus is perched at the top of the standings with a status as one of the team with most goals scored, under Genoa (8 goals).

Unfortunately, the situation is not merely beneficial for the Old Lady. Facing AC Milan who is one of toughest rivals in the hunt for the Scudetto, Pirlo could actually not play. In fact, this match would be the first reunion between Pirlo with Milan.

If Pirlo can not be played, it will be a heavy duty for Coach Antonio Conte. But at the same time would be a proof that Juventus is not a team that relies only on Pirlo.

Milan is quite optimistic against Juventus. They just got two consecutive victories  in the Serie A and Champions League. The return of some stars such as Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Kevin-Prince Boateng will make them even more stronger. The combination of Ibra and Antonio Cassano will be supported by Boateng from the second line.

With a fairly balanced record in the last few meetings, this match will certainly will be an interesting game. Ambitions of both teams to reach maximum points will promise an open game.

Line-Up Prediction:
Juventus: Buffon; Lichtsteiner, Barzagli, Chiellini, De Ceglie; Marchisio, Vidal; Krasic, Vucinic, Matri, Pepe.
AC Milan: Abbiati; Zambrotta, Nesta, Thiago Silva, Antonini; Nocerino, van Bommel, Seedorf; Aquilani; Ibrahimovic, Cassano.