Udinese-Torino: The Preview
By: Jason | March 19th, 2008With the Roman Derby gripping Italians world wide, the match between Udinese and Torino may be overlooked by many. However, do not be blinded by the hype over Derby Day, today’s match in Torino will be a thriller, I promise! After Di Natural saved his side on Saturday, Udinese is looking for all 3 today when they head to Turin. Just because Torino has the most draws in the league with 16, does not mean that a stumbling Udinese cannot pull out the victory today.
Coach Pasquale Marino expressed a full vote of confidence in his side before today’s game. (see Espn.com for more info) After the Lazio game, we all saw how dangerous Udinese can be on offense and how strongly they can finish a game. However, a Torino side who had gone 8 games without defeat before this weekend’s crushing 3-0 defeat to Cagliari. Torino’s fans and players will be hungry to bounce back to their mediocre form. The Granata are hoping to welcome back Pisano and Vincenzo Grella for today’s match. With recent form favoring Torino in all aspects, Udinese appears to have an uphill battle today. Not to mention the Granata have only lost twice at the Olympic Stadium all season.
With Sampdoria playing AC Milan today, the Zebrette have a great chance to move back into 6th spot and into the European contention. Marino keeps his sides’ recent performance all in perspective in his pregame interview.
With Torino missing several key players today, look for Quagliagol and Di Natural to fire at will. Also, though our defense has appeared suspect as of late, the midfield should pounce on Toro today and pick up a vital 3 points….with a little help from out buddies at AC.
Di Natale, Sigueira, and Mesto are all smiles….they love playing TORINO!
Probable Lineups:
Torino-Sereni; Comotto, Dellafiore, Natali, Lanna; Diana, Corini, Barone, Rosina; Di Michele, Stellone
Udinese-Handanovic; Zapotocny, Felipe, Lukovic; Ferronetti, Inler, D’Agostino, Dossena; Pepe, Quagliarella, Di Natale
Postscript:
The king reigns supreme!
Forza Roma!
Lazio merda.
Category: Udinese Team News
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