Serie A 2024-2025: Genoa-Empoli, the likely lineups

Genoa-Empoli, probable formations

Genoa aims to consolidate its position in the standings, taking advantage of the fortress of Marassi, where it has won the last three consecutive matches. The next obstacle è Empoli, in crisis in the league with four defeats in a row and just two points collected in the last eleven matches. However, the Azzurri arrive with an’injection of confidence after the feat in the Coppa Italia, where they eliminated Juventus on penalties, winning a historic semifinal. A result that could shake up D’Aversa’s team in the fight for salvation.

Genoa coach Patrick Vieira has to untie some formation knots. In midfield, Badelj returns, but Masini starts favored for a starting shirt. In defense, De Winter could edge out Sabelli, while in the three-quarter Cornet and Messias are ahead of Zanoli and Ekhator to support Pinamonti.

At Empoli, however, D’Aversa has to deal with the absence of Ismajli, who is forced to the pits. In defense, space for De Sciglio, Goglichidze and Marianucci. In attack, tight ballot between Colombo, Esposito and Kouamé for two starting jerseys. Between the posts, possible return of Silvestri.

Probable lineups

Genoa (4-2-3-1): Leali; De Winter, Bani, Vasquez, Martin; Masini, Frendrup; Cornet, Messias, Miretti; Pinamonti. All. Vieira.

Empoli (3-5-2): Silvestri; De Sciglio, Goglichidze, Marianucci; Gyasi, Henderson, Grassi, Maleh, Pezzella; Colombo, Esposito. All. D’Aversa.