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Juventus vs. Empoli: Chiellini expecting title battle with Napoli

The Serie A title race could be decided in late April, Juventus center back Giorgio Chiellini said ahead of a game against Empoli.

Juventus center back Giorgio Chiellini can feel the heat of the Serie A title race as it prepares to host Empoli on Saturday with Napoli in hot pursuit at the top.

The defending champion has a three-point lead going into the clash at Juventus Stadium and Chiellini - who returned to training this week after a calf injury - believes Juve has shown its quality.

A 4-1 derby win against Torino before the international break extended Juve's excellent form to 19 wins in 20 league outings, while Massimiliano Allegri's men have won their last six home matches without conceding a goal in Serie A.