2026-2027 Coppa Italia: Genoa vs. Sudtirol, Probable Lineups

Genoa and Sudtirol take the field at 6 p.m. for their Coppa Italia Round of 32 match. The Grifone comes into the match off a 4-1 victory over Ascoli in the previous round. De Rossi’s team, coming off a tough home loss to Como in league play, is looking to bounce back in front of their fans. The South Tyroleans, who advanced thanks to a penalty shootout victory over Catanzaro, remain undefeated in Serie B. The winner will face Inter in the round of 16.

De Rossi is expected to rely on the attacking duo of Vitinha and Meichtry. Sabelli and Mitaj will play on the wings, with Frendrup, Amorim, and Wiafe in midfield.

The visitors will line up with Burnete as the center forward, with Zeroli and Mixtur in the attacking midfield. Davì and Molina will play on the wings, while in midfield, Tronchin partners with Tait.

Genoa vs. Sudtirol: Probable Lineups
GENOA (3-5-2) Stolz; Marcandalli, Otoa, Vasquez; Sabelli, Frendrup, Amorim, Wiafe, Mitaj; Vitinha, Meichtry. Head Coach: De Rossi.
SUDTIROL (3-4-2-1) Plizzari, Veroli, Stivarello, Giorgini; S. Davì, Tronchin, Tait, Molina; Zeroli, Mixtur; Burnete. Head Coach: Possanzini.

De Rossi tried to rally the team: “We want to play a solid game, advance to the next round, and give some playing time to players who haven’t seen much action lately. We have to stay united because I have no doubt that this team can avoid relegation—and will avoid it. Nobody enjoys moments like these; we want to bring joy to our fans and to ourselves as well—we deserve it—and during the game, I’m seeing positive signs from the players.”