Under Marcello Lippi, Juventus remained a dominant force in Serie A, finishing 2nd behind AC Milan in a tightly contested title race. The squad blended attacking flair from Alessandro Del Piero, Fabrizio Ravanelli, and Alen Bokšić with midfield stability from Didier Deschamps and defensive solidity led by Ciro Ferrara. Juventus’ tactical discipline allowed them to compete consistently, though they fell just short domestically. In Europe, they reached the Champions League semi-finals, showcasing depth and quality. The season reinforced Juventus’ reputation as a top Italian and European club, bridging the successes of the mid-1990s and laying foundations for the late-1990s era.
