Genoa’s poor form has continued this season with Daniele De Rossi under increasing pressure. Como have no such issues, are likely to control this match and pick up another win in Serie A.
Key Stats
- Genoa have failed to score in 6 of their last 7 matches (Serie A).
- Genoa have lost to nil in their last 4 Serie A matches.
- Como have won to nil in 2 of their last 3 games against Genoa.
- Como have won 4 of their last 5 away matches (Serie A).
HTH
Genoa haven’t beaten Como since 2004, holding onto a narrow 10-9 advantage alongside 14 draws.
Scoring Woes for Genoa
Genoa had a poor end to the previous Serie A campaign, scoring once in five games. Their scoring difficulties have continued into the current season.
Daniele De Rossi’s side lost 2-0 against Napoli followed by a 1-0 defeat at Lazio. Just three shots on target were created in those two games, earning a total of 1.09 xG.
The only piece of positivity came in the Coppa Italia. Falling behind against Serie B side Ascoli, Genoa scored four unanswered goals to earn a 4-1 victory.
Como Join the Elite in Italy
Como are on the rise in Serie A, finishing fourth last season and proving their worth against the established clubs in Italy.
Cesc Fabregas’ side have been given a tough start to the new campaign, their first three fixtures coming on the road.
The Lombardy club drew 1-1 at Udinese where the result was deserved. Martin Baturina registered a goal and an assist in a 2-1 victory at Napoli on Sunday, a result that will provide plenty of confidence.
Predicted Lineups & Team News
Genoa (3-4-3) Justin Bijlow; Alessandro Marcandalli, Leo Ostigard, Johan Vásquez; Mikael Egill Ellertsson, Morten Frendrup, Djibril Sow, Mario Mitaj; Tommaso Baldanzi, Lorenzo Colombo, Vitinha
Brooke Norton-Cuffy has been sold to Hull which opens the door for Mario Mitaj to start at left-back.
Como (4-2-3-1) Jean Butez; Yan Couto, Jacobo Ramón, Trevoh Chalobah, Álex Valle; Luis Milla, Lucas da Cunha; Assane Diao, Nico Paz, Martin Baturina; Tasos Douvikas
Fabregas is unlikely to make any changes here. Goalkeeper Robert Sánchez has been signed on loan from Chelsea to put pressure on Jean Butez.
Jayden Addai is gone for the season after suffering an achilles tendon rupture.