Parma vs Genoa: Match Preview, Predictions, Team News and Lineups
As Parma and Genoa prepare to clash at the Stadio Tardini this Sunday, both teams are focused on securing safety in Serie A. Positioned just one place apart in the standings, the match carries significant implications for their survival in the league. With each side having recorded recent results that bolster their campaigns, the stakes are high.
Match Preview and Team Form
This season has seen Parma experience an upturn in form under rookie coach Carlos Cuesta. After a shaky start, they have gathered 11 points from their last seven games. This improvement has lifted them to 14th place, leaving them eight points clear of the relegation zone.
A crucial goalless draw against Napoli demonstrates their defensive resilience. Young goalkeeper Filippo Rinaldi made a notable impact, contributing to a rare clean sheet. However, Parma’s record at home has been mixed; they have managed just two victories in ten league matches this season.
Parma’s Recent Matches:
- 0-0 draw against Napoli
- Mixed results in Serie A: L, W, D, L, W, D
In contrast, Genoa arrives with a solid defensive history against Parma, remaining unbeaten in their last three encounters without conceding a goal. Their recent performances include draws against Pisa and AC Milan, leading into a confident 3-0 victory over Cagliari.
Genoa’s Recent Matches:
- 3-0 victory over Cagliari
- Recent Serie A form: L, L, L, D, D, W
Team News
For Parma, injuries are a concern as both Vicente Guaita and Zion Suzuki remain sidelined, joining Pontus Almqvist, Abdoulaye Ndiaye, and Matija Frigan. Coach Cuesta faces a decision on his top scorer, Mateo Pellegrino, who may return to the starting lineup after being benched recently.
Meanwhile, Genoa will likely rely on striker Lorenzo Colombo, who has netted five goals this season, to lead their attack. Defensive stalwart Leo Ostigard also made headlines by scoring in their last match. Still, injuries to Albert Gronbaek and Benjamin Siegrist may hinder their squad depth.
Probable Lineups
Parma
- Goalkeeper: Corvi
- Defenders: Delprato, Circati, Valenti, Valeri
- Midfielders: Bernabe, Keita, Sorensen
- Forwards: Oristanio, Ondrejka, Pellegrino
Genoa
- Goalkeeper: Leali
- Defenders: Marcandalli, Ostigard, Vazquez
- Midfielders: Norton-Cuffy, Frendrup, Malinovskyi, Ellertsson, Martin
- Forwards: Vitinha, Colombo
Prediction
As both teams face off, a draw seems like a plausible outcome given their respective forms and standings. The anticipated score might be 2-2, allowing both clubs to secure vital points in their battle against relegation. This result would help them maintain momentum in their fight for Serie A survival.
