Juventus suffered a disappointing 3-0 loss to Lazio at home on Sunday, marking a worse start to the 2026-27 Serie A season than their previous campaign under Igor Tudor. The defeat raises concerns regarding the team's performance under head coach Luciano Spalletti.
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Following the match, Fabrizio Ravanelli described it as the worst showing of Spalletti’s tenure. He criticized the team's overall cohesion and suggested that Juventus has significant structural issues. Despite the heavy loss, reports indicate that the club intends to support Spalletti for now, although fans are expressing frustrations and calling for former coach Antonio Conte's return.
Criticism of Juventus's performance has also come from former players like Alessio Tacchinardi, who noted that the team appears no better than a year ago. Luciano Moggi, another former Juventus executive, claimed the team lacked a strong direction and failed to compete adequately against Lazio.
Juventus's struggles come amidst a rough weekend for both them and Napoli, managed by Massimiliano Allegri, who faces pressures of his own following multiple defeats.
As Juventus looks to regroup, Spalletti acknowledged the need for reflection among the players, urging them to take accountability for their performances. The team’s future in the league remains uncertain as they head into the upcoming fixtures.