Torino VS Monza

Torino will host Monza in an important Serie A encounter on Friday night, with both teams hoping to build on convincing victories in their previous matches. Torino have shown signs of improvement under head coach Ignazio Abate, collecting 10 points from their last five league games after a difficult start to the season. Their recent 3-0 victory over Parma highlighted their growing attacking confidence, with Giovanni Simeone scoring twice and Che Adams also finding the net. The team have become more effective in front of goal while improving defensively compared with the previous campaign. With three consecutive league victories within reach for the first time since 2019, Torino will be determined to maintain their momentum and strengthen their position in the standings. Playing at home could prove beneficial, especially given their unbeaten record against Monza in six previous Serie A meetings. Monza are also beginning to find their rhythm after an inconsistent opening to the campaign. Under Ivan Juric, the newly promoted side have won two of their last three league matches, including an impressive 4-0 triumph over Cagliari. Young forward Gustavo Varela played a major role in that victory by scoring twice, further establishing himself as one of the team's most promising attacking players. His impressive return of six goals in as many league appearances has given Monza a valuable source of goals as they attempt to move further away from the relegation zone. Despite their recent progress and advancement to the last 16 of the Coppa Italia, their away form remains a significant concern. Monza have collected only 11 points from their last 23 away matches in Serie A, a record that underlines the challenge they face at Torino's home ground.