Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu will miss the final two Serie A matches of the season after receiving a two-match suspension for violent conduct during Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Lazio.
Kalulu was shown a straight red card in the 60th minute for striking Lazio forward Taty Castellanos, an incident that shifted the momentum of the match and allowed Lazio to equalize in stoppage time .
In addition to the league-imposed ban, Juventus has decided to impose an internal fine on Kalulu, reportedly between €50,000 and €60,000, reflecting the club’s disappointment over his actions . This marks the second time in three matches that a Juventus player has been sent off for violent conduct, following Kenan Yildiz’s dismissal against Monza.
Kalulu’s absence adds to Juventus’s challenges as they aim to secure a top-four finish and a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League. Currently sitting fourth with 64 points, Juventus is level with fifth-placed Lazio and just ahead of Roma and Bologna, who are also in contention .
Manager Igor Tudor faces a selection crisis ahead of the upcoming match against Udinese, with multiple players suspended or injured . Despite these setbacks, Tudor praised his team’s resilience in the draw against Lazio and emphasized the importance of maintaining focus in the final fixtures .
The penultimate round of Serie A matches is scheduled to be played simultaneously on Sunday, May 18, to ensure fairness in the competition . Juventus will host Udinese, while Lazio faces Inter Milan, and Roma travels to face Atalanta.
The outcomes of these matches will be crucial in determining the final standings and Champions League qualifications.
