Lazio Zaccagni Injury Turin – Football News
Lazio Faces Potential Zaccagni Absence for Torino Match
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Zaccagni Sustains Muscle Injury
Lazio is dealing wiht a potential setback as captain Mattia Zaccagni suffered a muscle injury during training on Friday,October 27,2023,ahead of their Saturday match against Torino at the Stadio Olimpico,scheduled for 3:00 PM local time. The extent of the injury is currently being evaluated,but the club fears he may be unavailable for the Torino game,potentially forcing a late withdrawal from the squad as reported by Corriere dello Sport.
Despite being included in the initial squad list, Zaccagni’s participation remains uncertain. Lazio coach Maurizio Sarri and the medical staff are assessing whether to risk playing him, with further medical examinations planned to determine the severity of the muscle problem.
Contingency Plans: Pedro and Noslin in Contention
If Zaccagni is ruled out, Pedro and Matteo Noslin are leading candidates to fill the vacant spot on the left wing. The position will likely be a competition between the two players, with Nuno Tavares expected to return to the starting lineup after being benched in the previous match against Genoa. Corriere dello Sport details thes potential replacements.
Sarri is also considering tactical adjustments. He may opt for the 4-4-2 formation used in the Genoa match, positioning either Pedro or Noslin as a wide midfielder, or revert to his preferred 4-3-3 setup with the addition of a central midfielder. The situation presents an “emergency” for the team, requiring careful consideration of both personnel and formation.