Is Juventus still a dominant force in Italian football, considering their recent Serie A performance, changes in management and player roster, the rise of other strong teams like Inter Milan and AC Milan, and their performance in European competitions?

Answer

Juventus’s dominance in Italian football, while historically significant, is no longer the assured certainty it once was. For nearly a decade, starting in the 2011-2012 season, Juventus secured an unprecedented nine consecutive Serie A titles. This era was marked by tactical innovation, shrewd management, and the presence of world-class players. During this period, they also frequently reached the latter stages of the Champions League, solidifying their status as a European powerhouse.

However, their grip on the Scudetto began to loosen in the 2020-2021 season, when Inter Milan, under Antonio Conte, broke their streak. Juventus finished fourth that season. In the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 seasons, Juventus again failed to win the title, finishing fourth and seventh, respectively. While Juventus consistently qualifies for European competitions, they haven’t won the Serie A title since 2020.

Several factors contribute to this shift. Other clubs, such as Inter Milan, AC Milan, and Napoli, have significantly strengthened their squads and improved their managerial structures. These teams have invested in talented players and implemented effective strategies, creating more competitive matches and challenging Juventus’s supremacy. Financial difficulties and managerial changes have also played a role in Juventus’s recent performances. While they remain a strong and competitive team, their period of unchallenged dominance has ended.