Two days before the away match in Catanzaro, Spezia coach Luca D'Angelo spoke at the usual pre-match press conference: "Looking back at the game against Sampdoria, I am very satisfied, both with the start and with the strong finish. It wasn't an easy match to face, due to the technical change on the opposing bench and the atmosphere in the stadium. We deserved to win, but we came back knowing that we gave it our all.
Cassata is doing well; he has recovered from the back problem that kept him out in Genoa. As for Pio Esposito, we'll see whether he will start or come on as a substitute, as the other attackers are also in good shape.
Catanzaro uses many players to maintain possession, including the goalkeeper, and one of their forwards drops deep to help build the play. They're very good at this, and we’ll need to find the right countermeasures to be effective in regaining possession, disrupting their actions, and being decisive in front of goal. We know Catanzaro will play their game.
It will certainly be a tough match in Catanzaro, against a strong opponent who is having an excellent season. We will need to find the right strategies to face them, regardless of their approach.
Iemmello? He’s certainly an important player, but we won’t mark him individually. Not out of disrespect to him, but because we can’t afford to change our own identity. We’ll stay focused and attentive as usual, aware of the opponent's quality.
From the Genoa match, we take the fact that we played with the right mentality. The team always maintained good positioning, even in the first half when the match was more balanced. So, to Catanzaro, we bring the renewed confidence that we can play openly in any situation, without fear, but with the desire to assert ourselves and express our value.
The attackers? The role of a forward is very particular; often those who play in that position think that scoring goals is everything, but there are many other factors to consider, especially the work done for the team, which is fundamental to me. Pio Esposito is very strong in the box; he's primarily a finisher, just like Čolak, while the other forwards also have playmaking abilities that help us relieve pressure in the middle of the park.
In midfield, there are plenty of options. Plus, with five substitutions, an important aspect that made a difference in the final stages in Genoa. In fact, in the last half hour, the team was in excellent shape with the fresh players.
Soleri and Kouda? Soleri has been training with the team all week; he’s in good form and has recovered. As for Kouda, we’ll assess together whether it will be possible for him to play in the match against Bari, which will close out 2024.
We have several matches in quick succession, especially those against Mantova and Bari, but for now, we are focused only on Catanzaro. After Mantova, we will see who has recovered for the Bari game, but for Saturday, decisions will be made based on the players' fitness and the opponent’s characteristics.
There’s a great level of enthusiasm, which we need to keep fueling with our performances and results. I also want to thank the fans who will support us in Catanzaro and those who can’t make it due to the distance. We can’t wait to see them again on the 26th against Mantova in our stadium.
The President? He told me that he likes the spirit of the team, that it’s clear we help each other on the field, and that the group is united, which is an incredibly important and genuine aspect".
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