Juventus revealed a new offensive strategy: the use of two strikers on the pitch. KoloMuAnu and Woltemade, both in the process of adapting, have proven to work well together, leading the team to draws and victories in their last two matches. Coach Stefano Spalletti has recognized the importance of this double attacker, who not only creates space but produces quality goals from the first minute.

Over the course of the summer, Juve has traditionally opted for a 4‑2‑3‑1 with lateral attacks. However, the lack of a real "9" pushed Spalletti to experiment with the double center forward formula. MuAnu, already in form in Cagliari, and Woltemade, recently arrived in Vigo, shared the vision of sharing the penalty area from the first half, avoiding using them only in desperate situations. The result was clear: three goals in the last two games avoided a deep crisis for the coach.

Spalletti underlined that the pair is not just a "backup plan" but a key element of the starting block. The choice to include both players in the forward department is new compared to the past, when Juve preferred rotation between the Europa League and the championship. Now the goal is to evaluate their synergy on the field, without limiting themselves to a simple relay.

As for Lazio, coach Lucio Spalletti left open the possibility of adopting a similar tactic. However, he will have to consider the recovery of the Bianconeri and the preparation for the match with Gattuso. Whether the two strikers will also work for Roma will depend on the tactical checks and the availability of the players.

In summary, Juventus found an effective solution with MuAnu and Woltemade, demonstrating that two strikers can be more powerful than a single one. The next phase will see Spalletti consolidate this configuration, while Lazio could follow suit if conditions prove favourable.

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