Sat Apr 12 18:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Juventus Confident Ahead of Lecce Clash Despite Injuries
**Turin, Italy** – Juventus will face Lecce at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday, April 12th, at 20:45 CEST in a crucial Serie A match. Coach Igor Tudor expressed confidence in his team despite facing some injury concerns.
In a pre-match press conference, Tudor highlighted the team’s improved confidence and work ethic throughout the week. He emphasized the importance of approaching each game as a final, praising his players’ positive response and dedication. While acknowledging the vital role of a coach, he stressed that the players’ performance ultimately determines the outcome.
The match will see the absence of Sam Mbangula and Mattia Perin due to injury, though Tudor expects their return next week. He described the upcoming game against Lecce as “very difficult,” urging his team to focus solely on their performance and avoid any strategic calculations. Tudor acknowledged Lecce’s aggressive style and counter-attacking threat under their capable coach.
Regarding team news, Khephren Thuram’s participation remains uncertain, while Teun Koopmeiners is available and in good form. Tudor expressed confidence in the contributions of Dusan Vlahovic, Randal Kolo Muani, and Douglas Luiz, highlighting Luiz’s impressive shot and vision despite a history of injuries. He also praised Francisco Conceicao’s ability to influence matches. Finally, Tudor noted the importance of all players, even those with limited playing time recently, and confirmed that Gleison Bremer, currently injured, remains a key part of the team.
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