The Old Lady Speaks: A Juventus Podcast

In a season full of sub-par performances, Juventus put forth one of the most sub-par of them all, dropping points against a Bologna side that has been absolutely dismal away from home in 2022. On this week’s episode of the Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the weekend — including the fact that fourth kits might not be as bad as we might not think they are, how Max Allegri went incredibly...

Once again, we have just one game to focus on, and it’s not like that game was anything special outside of the fact that Dusan Vlahovic scored the winner and Juve got three points because of it. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: The takeaways from the week that was— including that the Arthur experience continues to be one that isn’t exactly all that fun and how shockingly...

In the first game out of the international break, Juventus dominated for much of the game, only to see Inter Milan score on its lone shot on goal and some bizarre refereeing decisions go against them in Sunday’s Derby d’Italia loss. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was that might as well have been takeaways from Sunday night’s loss. They inclu...

International breaks are usually rather dull. This time around, though, Juventus went out and revealed its vice-captain’s contract will not be renewed, kicking off a frenzy of rumors involving both Paulo Dybala’s next step and who will replace him in Turin. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was, non-Italy getting from World Cup qualification zo...

For the third straight season, Juventus’ Champions League run came to an end in the round of 16, this time at the hands of Villarreal, capping another European campaign that started so brightly yet came crashing to an end. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including somebody selectively forgetting to acknowledge what happened against Vill...

Juventus scored two goals in the first half — really! — and Wojciech Szczesny showed off his penalty-stopping ability once again as Juventus put more distance between itself and the chasing pack for a Champions League spot over the weekend. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including how style points, especially at this point of the seaso...

Juventus’ roster is beat up like it hasn’t been in years and the players that are available to have clearly be exhausted after weeks with little rest. All the while, Juve’s on their longest unbeaten run since Max Allegri’s first tenure as manager. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including Arthur’s sudden improvement with more playing ti...

The final week of February brought us more Champions League knockout rounds frustration — although not a loss! — and the continuation of Dusan Vlahovic’s early success in a Juventus jersey. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including Max Allegri’s search for a consistent starting lineup (again), Juventus might be seeing some grinta in the...

During a weekend in which Juve’s closest competition for fourth place ended up dropping points yet again, Juventus rolled out a complete dud against Torino in the second Derby della Mole of the 2021-22 season. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including how Juventus, new signings and all, continues to be the frustrating mess; how Dusan Vl...

Juventus dominated proceedings early on Sunday against Atalanta, but had to get a stoppage-time goal from Danilo to ensure they left Bergamo with a point to ensure they remained in fourth place in Serie A. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week — which, as you might guess, center around what all went down on Sunday night against Atalanta in Bergamo. More...

Juventus rolled out its two big January signings in the return from the international break, and the two newest arrivals didn’t disappoint in a 2-0 win over Hellas Verona on Sunday night. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from Juventus’ 2-0 win over Hellas Verona — including the positioning of one Paulo Dybala, the impact that the new guys are already having on t...

For the better part of the first month of 2022, it didn’t look like Juventus wasn’t going to do much of anything on the transfer market. And then, like a levy breaking, things got absolutely crazy and Juve now have two major additions before January ends. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: The takeaways from the week, which as you might expect center around the sudden flood...

Visiting the fabled stadium in Milan for the second time in two weeks, Juventus’ attack never got into gear despite the fact that there was a chance to get into the top four. On this week’s episode of the Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was, including Juventus’ misfiring attack, the rediscovering of form for some former outcasts and if a certain Dusan Vlahovic would have...

Juventus lost a chance to win its first trophy of the 2021-22 season, but the last image of the week that was will be the man wearing the captain’s armband against Udinese not celebrating his goal and why things have gone bad. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was, including Chuks admitting that he needs to get better at thinking about how play...

As much as the first game of 2022 was frustrating, the second was absolutely thrilling, with Juventus coming back from 3-1 down to record a wild 4-3 win over Jose Mourinho and Roma. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: Takeaways from the week — which, sorry to Thursday’s 1-1 draw against Napoli, are focused on the insanity that was Sunday night’s win over Roma. More t...

We are just a few short days from the holiday break being over and done with, and Juventus’ first game in January 2022 is one that could set the tone for the rest of the month. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: Juventus’ 2022 opener against Napoli and just how big of a match it truly is. What the return of Federico Chiesa and Paulo Dybala could mean for Juventus wh...

They weren’t all wins, they most definitely weren’t all pretty and there were some pretty rocky moments, but we take a look back on what has transpired over the last four months. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Some quick takeaways from last week’s 2-0 win over Cagliari as Juventus was able to go into the holiday break on a relatively positive note. We hand out some awar...

Despite a foggy, foggy night in Emilia Romagna, Juventus was able to come away with a 2-0 win over Bologna. But unfortunately, as things tend to be with this club right now, what happened on the field is only part of the discussion surrounding Juventus at the moment. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: Our takeaways from the week, including a potential new role for M...

Coming off a surprise in the Champions League in which Juve finished atop its group, the squad’s trip to Venice was far from anything you would describe as “good” or “enjoyable.” This week on The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: Takeaways from the week that was — including a mention of traffic talk in Mexico. Juve dropping points from a winning position once again, this time in Venice against...

Max Allegri made his first big tactical move of the 2021-22 season following a couple of big-time losses last week, and the initial results have been fairly encouraging. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Takeaways from the week — most notably a mention or two of the switch to the 4-2-3-1. Delving deeper into Max Allegri’s switch into the 4-2-3-1 and what it means for Juven...

Both of the field and on it, Juventus didn’t have one bit of good news come its way. Unless you’re talking about the Amazon documentary being released, of course. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: The current state of affairs at Juventus — which aren’t doing so great! That Chelsea loss. That Atalanta loss. The new investigation into transfer dealings Juventus (and other Se...

It was a happy return to the field for Juventus following the latest international break. That isn’t necessarily something we’ve seen a lot of so far this season, so we will cherish the chance to be about in the first game back after a two-week “break” whenever possible. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Our big takeaways from the weekend that was, featuring Max Allegri’s...

We’re starting a new week and it is a week in which Juventus returns to the field when they face an old friend in Maurizio Sarri and Lazio. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks, we discuss: Looking ahead to Lazio and the first match against Maurizio Sarri since he was fired at the end of the 2019-20 season. Juventus’ midfield vs. Lazio’s midfield. Could the end be near for Aaron Ramsey at...

Juventus closed a busy run of fixtures with a couple of wins over Zenit St. Petersburg and Fiorentina in Turin, but in two very different kinds of fashions. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: Tales of fatherhood, starring Sam Lopresti. Tales of Formula 1 visiting Mexico, starring Sergio Romero. Tales of Juventus continuing to be, well ... Juventus. Thoughts on the f...

You want to hear us talk about how bad Juve was over the last few games, you’ve come to the right place. On this week’s episode of The Old Lady Speaks Podcast, we discuss: The week that was for Juventus, one that saw the squad earn zero out of a possible six points and look not-so-great doing it. Is it time for Max Allegri to ditch the 4-4-2? Juventus has way too many “OK” players on the roster. T...