Jonathan David's predatory instincts and Bremer's defensive dominance propelled Juventus to a comprehensive 4-1 triumph over Parma at Ennio Tardini, as the visitors stamped their authority on proceedings from the opening whistle. The Brazilian center-back's early header set the tone before Weston McKennie and David himself put the result beyond doubt, rendering Andrea Cambiaso's unfortunate own goal a mere footnote in a match that dramatically showcased the gulf between Serie A's elite and its struggling competitors.
The breakthrough arrived with surgical precision just 15 minutes into the match when Bremer rose majestically to meet Francisco Conceição's pinpoint corner delivery, powering his header past Edoardo Corvi into the bottom left corner. The goal silenced the home faithful and established Juventus's immediate territorial dominance, with the visitors controlling an impressive 60.6% of possession and systematically pinning Parma deep into their own half. Pierre Kalulu's relentless marauding runs down the right flank created constant defensive headaches, and it was his perfectly weighted cross in the 37th minute that allowed McKennie to double the advantage, the American midfielder finishing with clinical precision from the center of the box to make it 2-0.
Parma emerged from the halftime interval with renewed purpose and tactical determination. Their persistence was rewarded six minutes into the second half when Cambiaso inadvertently turned the ball into his own net under intense pressure from Mateo Pellegrino. The Argentine striker had previously forced Michele Di Gregorio into a smart save moments earlier with a right-footed effort from distance, assisted by Adrián Bernabé's intelligent through ball. For a brief, tantalizing moment, the Tardini stadium erupted with hope that a remarkable comeback might be possible.
Juventus, however, swiftly and ruthlessly extinguished any such notions. Just three minutes after conceding, Bremer restored the two-goal cushion with his second of the afternoon, converting from very close range after Corvi had initially denied McKennie's powerful header. The sequence began with Jonathan David's blocked header, but the Canadian striker would not be denied his moment of glory. In the 64th minute, David showcased his lethal finishing ability, latching onto McKennie's precise assist and firing a left-footed shot from point-blank range into the bottom left corner. Conceição's initial effort had been parried by Corvi, but David pounced on the rebound with the predatory instincts of a world-class striker.
The match statistics painted an unequivocal picture of Juventus's complete superiority. The visitors registered 15 shots to Parma's 10, with eight finding the target compared to just four from the hosts. Di Gregorio was called upon to make four crucial saves, including a decisive stop to deny Pellegrino's left-footed attempt in stoppage time, while Corvi was comprehensively beaten four times despite making three saves of his own.
The disciplinary count reflected the match's physical intensity, with Juventus committing 13 fouls to Parma's 10, resulting in three yellow cards for the visitors and one for Alessandro Circati, who was booked in the 86th minute for a robust challenge on Kalulu. Kh'ephren Thuram and Lloyd Kelly provided the defensive solidity in midfield that allowed Juventus's attacking talents to flourish, while Kenan Yildiz's creativity from the left wing kept Parma's defenders constantly on their toes before his substitution at halftime.
Tactically, the match was decidedly one-sided, with Juventus's manager implementing a system that exploited Parma's defensive vulnerabilities with surgical precision. The visitors' ability to create chances from set pieces proved particularly devastating, with both of Bremer's goals originating from dead-ball situations. Parma's five corners yielded nothing tangible, while Juventus converted two of their three corner opportunities into genuine scoring threats.
The introduction of Fabio Miretti, Filip Kostic, and Federico Gatti in the second half allowed Juventus to maintain their relentless intensity. Kostic's left-footed drive from outside the box forced a crucial block in the 83rd minute, further demonstrating the visitors' offensive depth and tactical flexibility.
Parma's substitutions told the story of a team desperately chasing the game, with Sascha Britschgi, Oliver Sørensen, Nahuel Estévez, and Nesta Elphege all introduced in search of a spark that never truly materialized. Britschgi's right-footed effort from the right side of the box was blocked in the 80th minute, while Pellegrino continued to battle valiantly despite the increasingly insurmountable scoreline.
The victory represents a significant statement of intent from Juventus, who now sit fourth in Serie A with 32 points from 17 matches, their goal difference of +8 reflecting their growing offensive potency. For Parma, languishing in 15th place with just 17 points and a worrying goal difference of -7, the defeat compounds their relegation concerns and highlights the considerable work required to ensure top-flight survival.
Brighter days lie ahead, starting with their upcoming match against Bologna on February 8th, as Parma seek to arrest their slide and inject fresh belief into a campaign that threatens to spiral toward the relegation zone. For Juventus, this comprehensive victory serves as a powerful reminder of their potential to challenge at the highest level of Italian football.