Motta, 42, leaves the Turin giants with the team sitting fifth in Serie A, one point outside the Champions League qualification spots. His departure follows a series of disappointing results, including a heavy 3-0 loss to Fiorentina last weekend and a crushing 4-0 home defeat to Atalanta the week before.
In addition to their domestic struggles, Juventus also failed to progress in the Champions League after being eliminated by PSV Eindhoven in the play-off round. Their Coppa Italia campaign also ended in disappointment, despite having won the tournament last season.
The club has now turned to former midfielder Tudor to steady the ship. The 46-year-old Croatian previously played for Juventus between 1998 and 2007, making over 150 appearances. Since transitioning into management, Tudor has coached several clubs, including Hajduk Split, Galatasaray, Udinese, Verona, and Marseille. His most recent stint was a brief three-month spell at Lazio at the end of last season.
Tudor's first challenge as Juventus manager will be a crucial home fixture against Genoa in Serie A on Saturday, March 29. The Bianconeri will be eager to bounce back from their recent humiliating defeats and regain momentum in the league. Following the Genoa match, they will face Roma on Sunday, April 6, in what promises to be another tough test.
Juventus' last three league results highlight their struggles. They suffered a 3-0 loss to Fiorentina on March 16 and a 4-0 defeat to Atalanta on March 9, both of which exposed the team's weaknesses. Their only victory in this period came on March 3, when they secured a 2-0 win against Hellas Verona.
With Tudor now at the helm, Juventus will be looking to stabilize their form and push for a top-four finish to secure Champions League qualification. Fans will hope that the managerial change brings fresh energy to the squad and helps them recover from their recent setbacks.
