Official Juventus team to face AC Milan

Juventus take on AC Milan in a clash that promises to be one of the most exciting fixtures in Serie A this season, and this is the team announced by Luciano Spalletti.

Juve and Milan have made identical starts to the campaign, with both teams looking to maintain their winning runs. The Bianconeri will be keen to win their first head-to-head clash of the term and establish themselves as the stronger side.

The Old Lady knows that will be easier said than done, however, and they will need to produce their best performance if they are to secure the result they want. Milan have also started strongly and will arrive at the Allianz Stadium with confidence.

Under Ruben Amorim, Milan have found a formula and shape that can help them perform well and meet expectations. The players have responded positively to his demands so far, giving the manager plenty of reason to believe they can continue their strong start.

Juve know they will not find it easy against a Milan side that has started the campaign well. The Bianconeri will still take confidence from their recent record against their opponents, having avoided defeat in their last six Serie A meetings with Milan.

That record gives Juventus reason to believe they can get another positive result, although past meetings will not decide what happens this weekend. The Old Lady will need to match Milan's intensity and take advantage of their opportunities.

The two clubs could not be separated in either meeting last season, with both matches ending level. That could make this weekend's encounter even more intriguing as both sides look to claim the points.

There is a feeling that this time there could be a winner when Juventus and Milan meet. Neither team will want to surrender their strong start to the campaign, and the importance of the fixture should ensure an intense contest.

For Juventus, victory would reinforce their early progress and give the Bianconeri an important result against one of their expected rivals. Milan will have the same ambition and will want to continue responding to Amorim's demands.

One thing is almost certain before kick-off: this should be a thrilling match between two sides determined to win. The Old Lady will now hope their strong record against Milan continues when the teams meet at the Allianz Stadium.