Udinese vs Napoli: Conte Confirms Lineup, Neres Replaces Injured Kvaratskhelia
Conte’s napoli faces Udinese Test Without Kvaratskhelia
Udine, Italy – Napoli manager Antonio Conte has named his starting XI for tonight’s clash against Udinese, with a notable absence in their attack. Star winger khvicha Kvaratskhelia misses out due to injury, paving the way for David Neres to step into the starting lineup.
Conte has opted for his familiar 4-3-3 formation, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kim Min-jae, and Amir rrahmani anchoring the defense. The midfield trio of André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Stanislav Lobotka, and new signing Scott McTominay will look to control the tempo, while Matteo politano and Victor Osimhen provide attacking support for Neres.Udinese, under the guidance of Andrea Sottil, will counter with a 3-5-2 formation.The home side will rely on the attacking prowess of Gerard Deulofeu and Beto, who will be looking to exploit any gaps in Napoli’s defense.
Here are the confirmed starting lineups:
Udinese (3-5-2):
Marco Silvestri (GK)
Rodrigo Becão
Jaka Bijol
Bram Nuytinck
Nahuel Molina
Walace
Jean-Victor Makengo
Roberto Pereyra
Destiny Udogie
Gerard Deulofeu
Beto
Napoli (4-3-3):
Alex Meret (GK)
Giovanni Di Lorenzo
Kim Min-jae
Amir Rrahmani
Mario Rui
André-Frank Zambo Anguissa
Stanislav Lobotka
Scott mctominay
Matteo Politano
Victor Osimhen
Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:45 PM local time.
Kvaratskhelia Absence a Blow for Conte’s Napoli As They Face Udinese Test
Udine, Italy – napoli manager Antonio Conte faces a selection headache ahead of tonight’s clash against Udinese, with star winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia ruled out due to injury.The Georgian international’s absence is a significant blow for the Partenopei, who will be relying on David Neres to fill the void in attack.
Conte has stuck with his favoured 4-3-3 formation, with Giovanni Di Lorenzo, Kim Min-jae, and Amir Rrahmani forming a solid defensive line. André-Frank Zambo Anguissa, Stanislav Lobotka, and new signing Scott McTominay will anchor the midfield, while Matteo Politano and Victor Osimhen will look to provide attacking support alongside Neres.
Udinese, managed by Andrea Sottil, will be adopting a 3-5-2 formation, hoping to exploit any gaps left by Kvaratskhelia’s absence. The home side will rely on the attacking threat of Gerard Deulofeu and Beto, with the duo aiming to capitalize on any defensive frailties.
the match kicks off at 8:45 PM local time.