Juventus began their Serie A season with a 2-0 win against Parma, highlighted by a debut goal from new signing Jonathan David. Coach Igor Tudor lauded David as a “rare talent,” praising his movement and concentration in the penalty area. Dusan Vlahovic also scored, while Kenan Yildiz provided assists for both goals. Despite a late red card for Andrea Cambiasso, Juventus secured a comfortable victory, marking a positive start to the campaign and showcasing the potential of their new Canadian star.
Juventus kicked off their 2025/26 Serie A campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over Parma at the Allianz Stadium, but the real story of the match was the impressive debut of summer signing Jonathan David. The Canadian striker found the back of the net, earning high praise from head coach Igor Tudor, who described him as a “rare talent.”
The match wasn't without its drama. Alongside David’s goal, Dusan Vlahovic also contributed to the scoresheet, solidifying Juventus’s dominance. However, a late red card shown to Andrea Cambiasso added a tense finish to the encounter. Despite the sending-off, Juventus comfortably held onto their lead, securing a crucial three points to start the season.
David’s goal came from a well-placed cross delivered by Kenan Yildiz, who proved to be instrumental in the attack, providing both assists. This performance continues a remarkable trend for the 25-year-old, who has now scored in four of his last four league season openers, dating back to his time with Lille in Ligue 1. This suggests a knack for making an immediate impact when a new season begins.
The goal also marked a significant moment for Canadian football, as David became only the second player from Canada to score in the Italian top-flight, following in the footsteps of Tajon Buchanan. This achievement underscores the growing presence of Canadian talent in Europe’s major leagues.
Speaking to DAZN Italia after the match, Tudor expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance, particularly highlighting David’s qualities. “I saw many positive things this evening in a very difficult match, though we weren’t expecting Parma to be so closed up,” Tudor stated. He acknowledged Parma’s defensive tactics but emphasized the importance of maintaining composure and finding a breakthrough.
“I told the lads at half-time to keep this up, we’d score sooner or later, the important thing was not to concede,” Tudor continued. “It was important to start strong, as we saw with other results that it is not to be taken for granted that you’ll win at home against a team that might not be on the same level.”
Tudor further elaborated on David’s impact, praising his movement and concentration in the penalty area. “David has great movement in the penalty area, which is a rare talent, and is always concentrated.” This ability to find space and remain focused in crucial moments is what sets David apart, according to his coach.
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The victory over Parma provides a solid foundation for Juventus as they look to challenge for the Serie A title this season. With a blend of experienced players like Vlahovic and exciting new additions like David, Tudor’s side appears well-equipped to compete at the highest level. The performance also showcased the team’s tactical flexibility and ability to break down a stubborn defense, qualities that will be essential throughout the campaign.
Looking ahead, Juventus will face a series of challenging fixtures, but the confidence gained from this opening win, coupled with the promising form of Jonathan David, will undoubtedly serve them well. The Canadian striker’s ability to deliver on his debut suggests he could become a key player for Juventus, and fans will be eager to see how he develops throughout the season.
