Milano, Italy — Randal Kolo Muani and the Juventus team are under pressure as they prepare to face Venezia in the final Serie A match of the season on May 28, 2025. Coach Igor Tudor emphasized the importance of this match during his pre-game press conference, stating that securing a Champions League spot is the team’s priority.
Despite uncertainty surrounding Tudor’s future with the club, he remains focused on the task at hand. “I’m happy with the work done so far and want to complete it — we just need this last step,” Tudor said. He added that he is concentrating on how to help his players win against Venezia. “My entire life is in this match, everything else doesn’t matter.”
Juventus currently sits in fourth place, with qualifications for the Champions League on the line. Tudor acknowledged the challenges of the impending match, stating, “We need both mind and heart; we have to sweat until the end. Quality is essential, but quantity is also needed because without it, you can’t even win in Serie C.”
The stakes are high, as winning the match would guarantee a spot in the lucrative Champions League, providing an influx of approximately €60 million for the club’s summer market. This funding could enable Juventus to make critical signings to improve their roster for the upcoming season, which is essential to compete for the Scudetto again.
Regarding the team’s current performance, Tudor remarked, “Since I arrived, every match has been crucial, and we haven’t made many mistakes. I see a squad that wants to claim what it deserves.” He also pointed out that he believes there is significant potential for growth within the team.
With injuries impacting the squad, Tudor faces a challenge as he prepares for the Venezia match. Key players Bremer, Cabal, and Milik remain sidelined, while some like Veiga, McKennie, and Gatti might not be in top form for the match. “I’ve never had the full squad available, and that’s disappointing because consistency is needed for building a team,” he added.
Defensively, Juventus will need to make adjustments, with Costa and Savona returning alongside Kelly. In attack, Kolo Muani is favored over Vlahovic, who faces uncertainty regarding his future at the club, potentially being benched for the eleventh time this season.
Tudor’s priority remains clear: deliver a strong performance against Venezia to secure a Champions League spot. “We can’t fail in this mission,” he concluded.
