Venezia are set to face Lecce at the Stadio Pier Luigi Penzo with the advantage of a fully fit squad, allowing coach Eusebio Di Francesco to field his preferred starting lineup. The team is expected to feature Gianluca Busio and Gaetano Oristanio supporting Finnish striker Joel Pohjanpalo, who has scored three of his four league goals at home this season. Oristanio stands out as the player with the most dribbles completed in Serie A after 12 matchdays.
In goal, Filip Stankovic, on loan and having started the season as a backup, is likely to continue as the first choice. Meanwhile, Lecce’s goalkeeper Wladimiro Falcone remains a constant presence, having played every minute of Serie A matches since the 2022-23 season.
Lecce, under new management with Marco Giampaolo, faces challenge with several key players unavailable due to injuries. Lameck Banda’s ankle fracture could provide an opportunity for Santiago Pierotti, who scored in their recent draw against Empoli. Additionally, Medon Berisha, Kevin Bonifazi, Balthazar Pierret, and Rares Burnete are sidelined.
The match is crucial for both teams as they battle to improve their standings in Serie A. Venezia aims to capitalize on their home advantage and fully fit squad to secure a much-needed victory. Conversely, Lecce hopes that Giampaolo’s experience can inspire a turnaround despite their current struggles and injury woes. The outcome of this encounter could significantly impact both teams’ survival hopes in the league.
Venezia (3-4-2-1): Stankovic; Candela, Idzes, Svoboda; Zampano, Duncan, Nicolussi Caviglia, Haps; Busio, Oristanio; Pohjanpalo
Lecce (4-2-3-1): Falcone; Guilbert, Gaspar, Baschirotto, Gallo; Coulibaly, Ramadani; Dorgu, Rafia, Pierotti; Krstovic
