The Turin derby is one of the most storied in Italian football, but it has been sadly one-sided in recent times. With Juventus currently flying at the top of the Serie A table, Torino are unlikely to record their first win over their cross-town rivals since 1995 this weekend. Max Allegri's side are looking increasingly infallible, and head into the round three points clear of their nearest competitors AS Roma.
Juventus vs. Torino: Time, TV schedule and how to watch online
It has been almost 20 years since Torino last won the Derby della Mole. Can they finally break their duck away at their fierce rivals this weekend?
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Torino, meanwhile, are currently struggling down in the bottom half. They've not only struggled with the loss of star attackers Alessio Cerci and Ciro Immobile, but also to balance the rigours of domestic and continental football after they were awarded Parma's spot in the Europa League. A long, hard season seems in the offing for Giampiero Ventura's outfit.
Key player - Paul Pogba (Juventus)
Paul Pogba's bright start to the season has furthered his reputation as one of the world's best midfielders. The young Frenchman's energetic box-to-box performances have been sprinkled with goals -- he's scored three so far this season. His sheer strength on the ball makes him very difficult to stop, but Torino will certainly have to try if they want to stand any chance of picking up a point or three.
Key matchup - Matteo Darmian vs. Stephan Lichtsteiner
The departures of Cerci and Immobile to Atlético Madrid and Borussia Dortmund respectively has left wing-back Matteo Darmian as Torino's best player. The 24-year-old -- who earned plenty of admirers after a bright World Cup -- is capable of playing on both flanks, but will probably be up against Juve's attack-minded wing-back Stephan Lichtsteiner in this match. With Juve so strong through the middle, Torino will have to look wide, and Darmian could provide them with the spark they need.
Juventus injuries and suspensions
Out: Andrea Barzagli, Martín Cáceres, Kwadwo Asamoah, Luca Marrone (injured); Simone Padoin (suspended). In doubt: None.
Torino injuries and suspensions
Out: Salvatore Masiello, Antonio Nocerino (injured). In doubt: Migjen Basha.
Juve’s big injury problems are in defence, with centre-backs Andrea Barzagli and Martín Cáceres both unavailable. Torino’s injury list is slightly shorter, and should allow Ventura to pretty much name a full-strength starting lineup away at the Juventus Stadium.
Match Date/Time: Sunday, 6 p.m. local, 12 p.m. ET
Venue: Juventus Stadium, Turin, Italy
TV: beIN Sports (U.S. and Canada - English), RAI Internazionale (U.S. and Canada - Italian), BT Sport 1 (U.K.), Premium Calcio HD 2, Premium Calcio 1 (Italy)
Online: beIN SPORTS CONNECT (U.S. and Canada), BT Sport 1 (U.K.), SKY Go Italia, Premium Play (Italy)
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