Juventus squander chance in Champions League push after stalemate versus Verona

Veronas relegation had already been decided prior to kick off at the Allianz Stadium following Lecce's 2-1 win against Pisa on Friday night.

Although the Gialloblù faced the match without much at stake, Juventus sought a victory to strengthen their bid for UEFA Champions League qualification.

The home team controlled the ball from the start and generated several encouraging opportunities in the first half hour, as Francisco Conceição compelled Lorenzo Montipò to make a sharp stop near the ground to his left, then Gleison Bremer struck a header off the goalpost.

It appeared inevitable that the scoreline would change, yet everyone at the venue was taken aback when the guests struck first.

A wayward pass from Bremer allowed Domagoj Bradarić to deliver a swift low delivery, enabling Kieron Bowie to guide it past the keeper at the near side with Veronas initial effort on goal.

Unable to mount a reply before half time, Luciano Spalletti brought on Dušan Vlahović to spark a revival.

The Serbian forward delivered exactly what his coach wanted shortly past the hour, curling an exquisite free kick beyond the defence and beyond Montipòs outstretched hand for his first Serie A strike since October.

With the advantage now swinging towards the hosts, Conceição nearly edged his side in front during the second half when he forced Montipò into two reflex stops from close range in rapid succession.

The goalkeeper produced one more crucial intervention in added time by deflecting Edon Zhegrovás effort onto the upright, securing a share of the spoils against Italys most successful club, who hold fourth position but are casting anxious glances at chasing Como and Roma.