Juventus coach Igor Tudor is set to rely on his preferred 3-4-2-1 formation for today`s Club World Cup round of 16 clash against Real Madrid. The team shape is confirmed, with only a few selection doubts remaining.
In goal, Di Gregorio is expected to start. The three-man defense will feature Kalulu and Kelly, alongside either Daniele Rugani or Federico Gatti. The ballot for this central defensive spot remains open, though Gatti`s availability is uncertain due to fever, potentially giving Rugani the edge.
The midfield four is largely settled. Manuel Locatelli and Khéphren Thuram will anchor the center. Andrea Cambiaso is confirmed for the left flank. On the right wing, the starting spot is contested between Weston McKennie, who is slightly favoured, and Alberto Costa.
Further forward, the attacking midfield duo providing support for the lone striker will be Francisco Conceição and Kenan Yıldız. Randal Kolo Muani is set to lead the line in attack.
Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Gatti/Rugani, Kelly; McKennie/Costa, Locatelli, Thuram, Cambiaso; Conceição, Yıldız; Kolo Muani.
Coach: Igor Tudor.