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Davide Ballardini’s fourth term on the Genoa bench begins against Spezia, at the “Picco” stadium. New manager Rossoblù, still undefeated in his three Grifone debuts, can brush up on his 3-5-2 record, relying on expert players and ready to go, given the two half training sessions available.
Defending – Perin in goal and defensive trio formed by the only centrals at the coach’s disposal: Goldaniga (at risk of caution), Bani and Masiello.
Midfield – If the five-man line is chosen, Zappacosta could play a starter game again after three months of inactivity: Badelj returns to the control room, alongside Lerager and Radovanovic. Left back Criscito, recovered after the recent muscle injury.
Attack – The attacking pair Scamacca-Pjaca is the tandem that above all offers guarantees to Mr. Ballardini, although a sudden rise in altitude by Goran Pandev cannot be ruled out.
Genoa (3-5-2) – Perin; Goldaniga, Bani, Masiello; Zappacosta, Lerager, Badelj, Radovanovic, Criscito; Scamacca, Pjaca. Coach Ballardini
Spezia (4-3-3) – Provedel; Ferrer, Chabot, Terzi, S. Bastoni; Estévez, M. Ricci, Pobega; Gyasi, Nzola, Farias. Italian coach
