Dusan Vlahovic's Absence Explained After Juventus's 2-0 Victory Over Genoa
Juventus secured a 2-0 win against Genoa on Easter Monday, moving within a point of the Serie A top four after Como's earlier 0-0 draw against Udinese. Goals from Gleison Bremer and Weston McKennie were decisive in a crucial match for the Bianconeri as they, along with Roma and Atalanta, continue their fight for the coveted final Champions League qualification spot with seven games remaining in the 2025-26 season.
Despite the positive result, questions arose regarding the unexpected absence of striker Dusan Vlahovic, who remained on the bench throughout the game.
Vlahovic recently returned to action following a significant five-month layoff due to an adductor injury. He made his comeback with a brief 11-minute appearance in the 1-1 draw against Sassuolo before the international break and was included in the matchday squad to face Genoa. However, during the pre-match warm-up, Vlahovic experienced discomfort in his calf. To avoid any potential complications or re-injury, the coaching staff opted for a cautious approach and decided not to risk him by bringing him on.
Interestingly, a calf injury also necessitated a change in goalkeepers at half-time, as Michele Di Gregorio, who had previously been out of favor, replaced Mattia Perin. Di Gregorio subsequently played a crucial role, making an important double-save from a penalty and several other vital stops in the second half.
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