Despite leaving it late in yet another match, Juventus beat Udinese 1-0 on Saturday, January 7, thanks to Danilo's tap-in, extending their winning streak in Serie A.
While Wojciech Szczesny successfully stopped Walace and Rodrigo Becao from attacking, Udinese occasionally presented a challenge, infuriating Juve supporters. However, four minutes from time, Brazilian international Danilo netted the game's sole goal by slamming in from close range following Federico Chiesa's cutback. With 17 games played, Juventus, in second position, has accumulated 37 points, while Udinese, in ninth place, has accumulated 25 points.
Gianluca Vialli, the home team's former striker, passed away on Friday, January 6, from pancreatic cancer at the age of 58. The hosts paid respect to him prior to their first game since his passing.