"Starting with the hosts, while Pisa might have only made their iconic Serie A return this season, it is no secret that Alberto Gilardino's men have a real battle on their hands in the race to keep hold of their top-flight status. Despite clinging to a 2-2 stalemate away at Cagliari last time out, the Towers are firmly sat in the drop zone and they opened Christmas Day sat three points adrift of safety."
"Widely regarded as a standout relegation contender in 2026 and pencilled in as a major underdog contender here, the Tuscany-based outfit have recorded just two points from any of their previous five Serie A appearances. Likewise, mustering just a sole top-flight win from any of their first 16 attempts, Pisa have also gained a reputation for their struggles in the final third. Notching just 12 Serie A strikes so far this year, Gilardino's camp hold the third-worst attacking return among Italy's elite."
Juventus travel to Tuscany to face Pisa with the chance to move up into the silver medal position. Pisa returned to Serie A this season and currently sit in the relegation zone, three points adrift of safety, with just two points from their previous five appearances and only one win from their first 16 matches. Pisa have scored just 12 Serie A goals, the third-lowest total among Italy's top flight. Calvin Stengs and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro are unavailable due to injury and AFCON commitments. Matteo Tramoni and veteran defender Antonio Caracciolo are expected to start for Pisa. Juventus have won their recent match 2-1 against Roma under Luciano Spalletti.
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