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The Monaco vs Juventus prediction is on everyone’s lips as the UEFA Champions League serves up a fascinating encounter at the Stade Louis-II on January 28, 2.026, with kickoff set for 20:00 GMT. Both sides are desperate for points, and with the betting odds tilting slightly in favor of the visitors, this promises to be a tactical chess match with plenty at stake for both Monaco and Juventus.
Monaco, affectionately known as Les Monégasques, find themselves in a tricky patch. Only one win in their last seven Ligue 1 outings has fans and pundits alike scratching their heads. Manager Sébastien Pocognoli has been rallying his troops, urging for unity and a return to basics, but injuries have not been kind. Key defender Mohammed Salisu and creative spark Takumi Minamino are both sidelined with cruciate ligament injuries, while first-choice goalkeeper Lukas Hradecky is still nursing a knee problem. The absence of Paul Pogba and the uncertainty over Ansu Fati’s fitness further complicate matters. Add in the loss of Lamine Camara and Krepin Diatta to the African Cup of Nations, and Monaco’s squad depth is being tested to the limit.
Despite these setbacks, Pocognoli remains committed to his attacking philosophy. He’s not one to park the bus, even after a recent heavy defeat to Real Madrid. Expect Monaco to press high and look for quick transitions, with Folarin Balogun—who’s chipped in with three Champions League goals—leading the line.
Juventus, on the other hand, are riding a wave of confidence after a convincing 2.02 win over Benfica. Under the steady hand of Luciano Spalletti, the Bianconeri have become a well-drilled unit, even if they’re still chasing the likes of Inter and Napoli in Serie A. Their Champions League form is solid: two wins, three draws, and just one loss in their last six, with a healthy 12 goals scored. The absence of star striker Dusan Vlahovic (out until March) is a blow, but with Jonathan David and Lois Openda stepping up, and Kenan Yildiz pulling the strings in midfield, Juventus have found ways to keep the scoreboard ticking.
Defensively, Juventus are missing Daniele Rugani, but their overall organization remains a strength. Spalletti’s side is likely to control possession (expected 52%) and look to exploit Monaco’s defensive frailties, especially on the counter.
Let’s talk numbers—because that’s what we do best at NerdyTips. The current betting odds for this Monaco vs Juventus prediction are:
Our AI’s top selection is X2 (Juventus win or draw), with a confidence rating of 8.5/10 and odds of 1.29. For those who like to play it straight, the 1x2 prediction is an away win (2) with a trust score of 8.0 and odds of 2.02. If you’re expecting a goal-fest, you might want to temper those expectations: under 4.2 total goals is tipped at 1.45, with a moderate confidence level.
Here’s what the stats suggest:
Squad values also tell a story: Monaco’s squad is valued at €351.55m, while Juventus’s is a hefty €551.70m. That financial muscle could make the difference in tight contests like this.
Our AI predicts a final score of 1:2 in favor of Juventus, with a goalless first half. This suggests a cagey opening, followed by a more open second period as Monaco push forward and Juventus look to capitalize on the break. Given both sides’ recent struggles in the group stage, this is a must-not-lose scenario—especially for Monaco, who will be desperate to turn around their fortunes at home.
To sum up our Monaco vs Juventus prediction:
With both teams needing points and missing key players, expect a tense, tactical battle. Juventus’s experience and squad depth could just tip the balance, but Monaco’s attacking intent means there’s always a chance for drama—especially at the Stade Louis-II, where upsets are never far away. For punters, the smart money is on the visitors to avoid defeat, but don’t be surprised if Monaco make them work for every inch.
That’s our Monaco vs Juventus prediction—may your bets be as sharp as your football banter!
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Juventus has an unusually high recent form
X2 -345
Juventus to win or draw with odds of -3452 102
Juventus is expected to win with odds of 102Under 3.5 -189
No more than 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes -159
Both teams are expected to scoreX2&U5.5 -238
Away win/draw and under 5.5 goals
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03-May-17
0:2
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22-Apr-15
0:0
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14-Apr-15
1:0
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Recent Matches of Monaco| 31 Jan |
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| Rennes.
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| 24 Jan | D |
Le Havre.
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0:0
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| 20 Jan | L |
Real Madri.
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6:1
| Monaco.
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| 16 Jan | L |
Monaco.
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1:3
| Lorient.
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| 10 Jan | W |
Orleans.
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1:3
| Monaco.
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| 03 Jan | L |
Monaco.
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1:3
| Lyon.
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| 21 Dec | W |
Auxerre.
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1:2
| Monaco.
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| 14 Dec | L |
Marseille.
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1:0
| Monaco.
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| 09 Dec | W |
Monaco.
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1:0
| Galatasara.
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| 05 Dec | L |
Brest.
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1:0
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Recent Matches of Juventus
| 25 Jan | W | Juventus. |
3:0 |
Napoli. |
| 21 Jan | W | Juventus. |
2:0 |
Benfica. |
| 17 Jan | L |  Cagliari. |
1:0 |
Juventus. |
| 12 Jan | W | Juventus. |
5:0 |
Cremonese. |
| 06 Jan | W |  Sassuolo. |
0:3 |
Juventus. |
| 03 Jan | D | Juventus. |
1:1 |
Lecce. |
| 27 Dec | W |  Pisa. |
0:2 |
Juventus. |
| 20 Dec | W | Juventus. |
2:1 |
AS Roma. |
| 14 Dec | W |  Bologna. |
0:1 |
Juventus. |
| 10 Dec | W | Juventus. |
2:0 |
Pafos. |
World - UEFA Champions League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
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| 1 |
Arsenal | 7 | 20-2 | 21 |
| 2 |
Bayern | 7 | 20-7 | 18 |
| 3 |
Real Madrid | 7 | 19-8 | 15 |
| 4 |
Liverpool | 7 | 14-8 | 15 |
| 5 |
Tottenham | 7 | 15-7 | 14 |
| 6 |
Paris Saint | 7 | 20-10 | 13 |
| 7 |
Newcastle | 7 | 16-6 | 13 |
| 8 |
Chelsea | 7 | 14-8 | 13 |
| 9 |
Barcelona | 7 | 18-13 | 13 |
| 10 |
Sporting CP | 7 | 14-9 | 13 |
| 11 |
Manchester | 7 | 13-9 | 13 |
| 12 |
Atletico | 7 | 16-13 | 13 |
| 13 |
Atalanta | 7 | 10-9 | 13 |
| 14 |
Inter | 7 | 13-7 | 12 |
| 15 |
Juventus | 7 | 14-10 | 12 |
| 16 |
Borussia | 7 | 19-15 | 11 |
| 17 |
Galatasaray | 7 | 9-9 | 10 |
| 18 |
Qarabag | 7 | 13-15 | 10 |
| 19 |
Marseille | 7 | 11-11 | 9 |
| 20 |
Bayer | 7 | 10-14 | 9 |
| 21 |
Monaco | 7 | 8-14 | 9 |
| 22 |
PSV Eindhoven | 7 | 15-14 | 8 |
| 23 |
Athletic Club | 7 | 7-11 | 8 |
| 24 |
Olympiakos | 7 | 8-13 | 8 |
| 25 |
Napoli | 7 | 7-12 | 8 |
| 26 |
FC Copenhagen | 7 | 11-17 | 8 |
| 27 |
Club Brugge KV | 7 | 12-17 | 7 |
| 28 |
Bodo/Glimt | 7 | 12-14 | 6 |
| 29 |
Benfica | 7 | 6-10 | 6 |
| 30 |
Pafos | 7 | 4-10 | 6 |
| 31 |
Union St. | 7 | 7-17 | 6 |
| 32 |
Ajax | 7 | 7-19 | 6 |
| 33 |
Eintracht | 7 | 10-19 | 4 |
| 34 |
Slavia Praha | 7 | 4-15 | 3 |
| 35 |
Villarreal | 7 | 5-15 | 1 |
| 36 |
Kairat Almaty | 7 | 5-19 | 1 |
