Playoff Serie B: Catanzaro-Monza, the probable formations

Early kickoff at 8 p.m. for the first leg of the Serie B playoff final between Catanzaro and Monza: the first match will be played at Ceravolo Stadium, with the Calabrians needing to make the most of the home factor ahead of the return match scheduled for next Friday, May 29, at U-Power Stadium. Aquilani’s team is coming off an exhilarating win in the double-header against Palermo, while Bianco’s side overcame Juve Stabia to qualify for the last act that puts promotion to Serie A up for grabs.

Iemmello is Catanzaro’s central point, he will be supported by Pittarello and Liberali. In midfield is the Petriccione-Pontisso pairing, on the flanks Favasuli and Alesi (ahead of Di Francesco). Catanzaro is dreaming of promotion to the top flight after 40 years, and the enthusiasm of fans will be through the roof.

Bianco entrusts the attack to Cutrone, supported by Colpani and Mota. In midfield Pessina and Colombo, on the flanks Bakoune and Azzi. The defensive trio consists of Birindelli, Delli Carri and Carboni. The Brianzoli are aiming for an immediate rise to Serie A after last year’s relegation.

Catanzaro-Monza, the probable lineups
Catanzaro (3-4-2-1): Pigliacelli; Cassandro, Antonini, Brighenti; Favasuli, Pontisso, Petriccione, Alesi; Liberali, Pittarello; Iemmello. Coach: Aquilani.
Monza (3-4-2-1): Thiam; Birindelli, Delli Carri, Carboni; Bakoune, Pessina, Colombo, Azzi; Colpani, Mota; Cutrone. Coach: White