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Probable Lineups

4-3-1-2
Novara
4-3-1-2
Chievo
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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparision

(34) 19 Goals 25 (35)
(21) 12 Assists 18 (26)
(6.4) 6.5 Average Ratings 6.6 (6.6)
29.5 Average Age 29
182.5 Average Height (cm) 183.3
(0.9) 1 Shots pg 0.9 (0.8)
(51%) 54% Aerial Duel Success 51% (50%)
(0.4) 0.4 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.4) 1.4 Tackles pg 1.6 (1.6)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Serie A.

Missing Players

Player Reason Status Rating
Francesco Marianini Out 6.31
Carlo Alberto Ludi Out 6.31
Takayuki Morimoto Out 6.38
Achille Coser Doubtful 5.92
Matteo Centurioni Doubtful 6.28
No missing players.

Team News

Novara
  • Novara have just made a change in their coach, with Mondonico replacing Tesser.
  • It is unlikely that the new manager will have time to make too many changes before the Chievo match, but he is set to field a 4-3-1-2.
  • Morimoto was set for a transfer to Chievo, but as he had a minor injury to his knee, Chievo decided to pull out of the deal.
Chievo
  • Di Carlo has his full squad available for the trip to Novara.
  • The coach may give some of his players a little rest, with Frey, Hetemaj and Moscardelli ready to take the field.
  • Thereau should keep his spot in support of the two forwards, with Sammarco in the three-man midfield.

Prediction

  • Novara just sacked Attilio Tesser, the manager that brought the club from Lega Pro (Italy's third tier) to Serie A in just two seasons. The team may benefit from the little shock that the news may generate, as the club really need some points to keep alive their hopes of avoiding relegation.
  • Di Carlo may take advantage of the opponents' situation and try to get all the points and give Chievo even more distance from the relegation zone but the coach has to remember that his team has everything to lose in this game and their rivals will be very hungry for points.
  • Expect a slow match, as Chievo are very good at defending, but less solid at play-making. Novara will have to adapt to the new coach's instructions, and maybe try to develop a playing style that previous coach Tesser was not able to give to his team. The match is likely to lack entertainment and could be settled by a set piece, or a defensive mistake.
  • PREDICTION: Novara win 1-0
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Latest Comments

 
  • MrBanberry

    I think we can safely assume that this won;t be a goal-fest tonight... Novara always seem to concede though, so I think 1-0 Chievo seems likely

    15 weeks ago
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  • Gonzo1

    Chievo have a full squad and are more likely to leave with the points tonight. Even though they haven't been playing well either I think the injuries for Novara, especially Morimoto, will affect them

    15 weeks ago
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  • Lawro

    Novara are in terrible form, and have been all season, so I don't think they'll be getting a win tonight. A goaless draw seems more likely to me

    15 weeks ago
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  • Rick

    If Novara are to get a win tonight, they'll be depending on Rigoni yet again

    15 weeks ago
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Head to Head Stats

R Team W D L Pts Form
10 Chievo 12 13 13 49 dldddw
19 Novara 7 11 20 32 lwldwl

Top Players

Novara
Chievo
S. Garcia 7.11
M. Rigoni 7.05
A. Lisuzzo 6.86
M. Bradley 6.9
S. Pellissier 6.73
C. Théréau 6.67
M. Rigoni 11
T. Morimoto 4
Jeda 3
S. Pellissier 8
C. Théréau 6
A. Paloschi 5
M. Rigoni 5
A. Caracciolo 3
G. Gemiti 3
S. Pellissier 7
C. Théréau 4
A. Paloschi 4

Match Forecast

Chievo will steal the ball from the opposition often  
* Match forecast is generated from clashes in team characters.