The history of Parma-Juventus matches, while relatively recent, has provided numerous memorable moments since becoming a regular fixture in 1990. No single player dominates the scoring charts, but many have played a significant role in the narrative of this contest.
2019-20: Giorgio Chiellini
The captain, Giorgio Chiellini, scored the first goal of the previous season, securing a crucial victory and the first 3 points of the campaign. The goal originated from a corner kick in the early stages of the match. Alex Sandro`s shot from outside the box was deflected by Chiellini, catching the Parma defense off guard. His right-footed touch completely surprised the defenders guarding goalkeeper Sepe.
2013-14: Paul Pogba
Another 1-0 victory for Juventus, but with more tension compared to the 2019-20 match. The game remained balanced for a long period, with neither team able to break the deadlock. The breakthrough came from an unexpected source: Fabio Quagliarella attempted an audacious long-range shot that struck the crossbar. Paul Pogba was perfectly positioned to collect the rebound and stylishly put the ball into the net, sealing the win.
2007-08: Nicola Legrottaglie
«We cannot afford to concede a half, but only we can produce a reaction like this,» Nicola Legrottaglie proudly stated, reflecting on Juventus` comeback on a traditionally challenging ground. Juventus found themselves down 2-0 with fifteen minutes remaining. It was centre-back Legrottaglie, with a powerful header, who initiated the comeback, eventually leading to a 2-2 draw.
2004-05: Zlatan Ibrahimovic
Just three years prior, in a significantly different era, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, then Juventus`s striker, left his mark at the Tardini. However, his goal wasn`t enough to secure victory, as future Juventus player Marco Marchionni equalized for Parma, ending the game 1-1. Ibrahimovic`s goal was a well-executed play, originating from a delicate cross by Mauro German Camoranesi. The Swedish striker, unmarked in the small area, expertly headed the ball past Sébastien Frey.
2002-03: Alessio Tacchinardi
Scoring two nearly identical goals in the same match is a rare occurrence. It happened in a crucial game for Juventus`s pursuit of their 27th Scudetto, with two different scorers. For the first goal, Pavel Nedved delivered a corner kick from the left, and Marco Di Vaio, a former Parma player, headed it in. The winning play repeated itself in the first half from a free-kick positioned near the corner flag on the same side. Nedved crossed again, and this time Alessio Tacchinardi rose above everyone, perfectly timing his jump to head the ball home. The final score was 2-1 in favor of Marcello Lippi`s Juventus over Cesare Prandelli`s Parma.