Match report
Juventus 1–1 Empoli in Coppa Italia Thriller
Juventus
1–1
PEN
Empoli
Feb 26, 2025
Juventus and Empoli fought to a 1-1 draw in the Coppa Italia match, with both teams showcasing resilience and tactical acumen. Empoli took the lead through Y. Maleh in the 24th minute, only for Khéphren Thuram to equalize for Juventus at the 66th minute. The match featured several key substitutions and yellow cards, with the tension reaching its peak during the penalty shootout, where Juventus' K. Yildiz missed a crucial penalty, securing the draw.
Key Facts
- • Empoli scored the opening goal in the 24th minute through Y. Maleh, assisted by J. Bacci.
- • Khéphren Thuram equalized for Juventus in the 66th minute, with an assist from R. Kolo Muani.
- • Empoli had three yellow cards, with Liam Henderson, S. Goglichidze, and S. Esposito receiving cautions.
- • Juventus' M. Locatelli received a yellow card in the 81st minute.
- • In the penalty shootout, Juventus' K. Yildiz missed a crucial penalty.
Lineups
Juventus
Formation: 4-1-4-1
Starting XI
- 1 M. Perin (G)
- 22 T. Weah (D)
- 4 F. Gatti (D)
- 6 L. Kelly (D)
- 27 A. Cambiaso (D)
- 19 K. Thuram (M)
- 20 R. Kolo Muani (M)
- 16 W. McKennie (M)
- 8 T. Koopmeiners (M)
- 11 N. González (M)
- 9 D. Vlahović (F)
Substitutes
- 10 K. Yıldız
- 5 M. Locatelli
- 7 Francisco Conceição
- 2 Alberto Costa
- 40 J. Rouhi
- 29 M. Di Gregorio
- 48 A. Pietrelli
- 41 Javier Gil
- 23 C. Pinsoglio
- 51 S. Mbangula
- 17 V. Adžić
Empoli
Formation: 3-5-2
Starting XI
- 23 D. Vásquez (G)
- 35 L. Marianucci (D)
- 34 A. Ismajli (D)
- 31 L. Tosto (D)
- 7 J. Sambia (M)
- 6 L. Henderson (M)
- 36 J. Bacci (M)
- 93 Y. Maleh (M)
- 13 L. Cacace (M)
- 90 I. Konate (F)
- 29 L. Colombo (F)
Substitutes
- 2 S. Goglichidze
- 3 G. Pezzella
- 99 S. Esposito
- 18 C. Kouamé
- 11 E. Gyasi
- 89 T. Campaniello
- 41 A. Asmussen
- 98 F. Brancolini
- 5 A. Grassi
- 20 V. Kovalenko
- 12 J. Seghetti
- 22 M. De Sciglio
- 37 D. Bembnista
Timeline
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24' Empoli Goal · Normal GoalY. Maleh · Assist: J. Bacci
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46' Empoli subst · Substitution 1Off: Ardian Ismajli · On: S. Goglichidze
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54' Juventus subst · Substitution 1Off: T. Koopmeiners · On: K. Yildiz
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54' Juventus subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Kelly · On: M. Locatelli
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60' Empoli subst · Substitution 3Off: I. Konate · On: S. Esposito
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60' Empoli subst · Substitution 2Off: L. Tosto · On: G. Pezzella
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60' Empoli subst · Substitution 4Off: L. Colombo · On: C. Kouame
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65' Empoli Card · Yellow CardLiam Henderson
Foul
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66' Juventus Goal · Normal GoalKhéphren Thuram · Assist: R. Kolo Muani
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73' Empoli subst · Substitution 5Off: J. Bacci · On: E. Gyasi
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74' Empoli Card · Yellow CardS. Goglichidze
Foul
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79' Empoli Card · Yellow CardS. Esposito
Foul
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81' Juventus Card · Yellow CardM. Locatelli
Foul
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84' Juventus subst · Substitution 4Off: Andrea Cambiaso · On: A. Costa
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120'+7 Juventus Goal · Missed PenaltyK. Yildiz
Penalty Shootout
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120'+8 Empoli Goal · PenaltyL. Marianucci
Penalty Shootout
Match Stats
| Stat | Juventus | Empoli |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 13 | 13 |
| Pass Accuracy | 91% | 76% |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 10 |
| Corners | 9 | 2 |
| Total Passes | 658 | 302 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 4 | 5 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 8 | 4 |
| Possession | 69% | 31% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 598 | 230 |
| Shots Inside Box | 9 | 5 |
| Saves | 4 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | 6 | 5 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Empoli's early lead in the 24th minute via Y. Maleh's goal set the tone for the match, giving them a strong start and confidence boost.
- ▸ Khéphren Thuram's equalizer for Juventus in the 66th minute turned the momentum back in favor of the home team, ensuring a competitive and intense finish to the match.