Out Peppe Salvo. The full-back born in 2003 will not leave for Picernowhere tomorrow the Messina they will be playing for the second consecutive away match after the draw in Latina. The young Sicilian underwent further tests to evaluate a possible operation on the nasal septum, after the hard contact with Crecco he had at the “Francioni” in the midweek shift. The results are awaited, but having not trained even yesterday (double session), he will not be part of the squad for the match in Basilicata. The team under Giacomo Modica will carry out the finishing session at the “Marullo” this morning, and then leave after lunch.
However, Diego Simonetta, a player already on the fringes of the squad in recent weeks, terminated the contract that bound him to ACR. Having closed the two-year contract signed in the summer early, the midfielder has joined Locri in Serie D, a team that is doing well in Group I. A different story, however, for Manuel Di Palma, born in 2004 and little considered at this start of the tournament but who should be called up for the next challenge, representing an alternative in case of need under in the median boxes. Although it won’t be easy, given the competition represented by Anzelmo, Frisenna, Garofalo, Pedicillo and Petrucci, who have found space so far and are doing relatively well.
Looking ahead, there is curiosity to understand what Modica’s choices could be. The opponent is tough and occupies the very top positions: Will the coach decide to return to the tried and tested 4-3-3 or will he confirm the three-back structure which is more covered and brought good results a few days ago in Lazio? It’s worth seeing. On the other hand, Tomei should more or less confirm the starting eleven who played with Juve Ng, including the great former player, Domenico Franco, who had started the season with Acr before saying goodbye. The formation is 4-2-3-1, a reason that could lead Modica to line up in the same way. Looking at the men, Lia’s return from the first minute on the right is certain, whether it’s a four-man defense or a full-back fifth. Cominetti did not shine, so changes are expected in attack too, with the possibility of seeing at least one of Luciani and Anatriello back from the start, initially rested against Latina. Regardless of the role, some pillars such as Manetta, Frisenna but above all Pedicillo, the real surprise of this very first part of the season, are not in question. The latter, if Messina were to return to the 4-3-3, could have the task of fitting into the attacking midfield, taking advantage of his offensive skills, but also acting in the attacking trident, leaving space in the midfield for Petrucci, Garofalo and Frisenna. Kurtosi should still be in goal despite the uncertainty that allowed Latina to score 1-1.
The “Curcio” match will be broadcast on RaiSport as well as on NowTv.