Milan-Genoa, probable formations of the Italian Cup: possible turnover

 Milan-Genoa, probable formations of the Italian Cup: possible turnover.

The latest on the formations of Milan and Genoa, which on Thursday evening will face each other in the Coppa Italia match valid for the round of 16.

Milan-Genoa, probable formations of the Italian Cup: possible turnover

Milan's 2022 got off to a great start. Two important victories against Rome and Venice in the league, which literally sounded the charge and warned their rivals about the Rossoneri's abilities. But this week another commitment will be triggered, to which the club particularly cares.

On Thursday Milan will face the first knockout round of the Italian Cup. A competition that is sometimes snubbed, but which the Rossoneri would like to try to win. In fact, 19 years have passed since the last triumph in the national cup, although in recent years the Devil has come close to triumph a couple of times.

In 2016 and 2018, Milan reached the final, but were defeated by Juventus on both occasions. This year the cup path passes through Genoa, the first direct opponent in a single match. Thursday evening at San Siro it is not excluded that Stefano Pioli will use the turnover to rotate the choices in view of this midweek commitment.

A rookie at Milan: first absolute presence

Meanwhile, rumors concerning the probable formations of the cup match appear in the various newspapers. On Thursday, Mr. Pioli will probably leave some holders to rest. Even if the many absences, including injuries, Covid and the African Cup, will force some Rossoneri to work overtime.

However, there will be a rookie at Milan: possible debut from 1 minute for Antonio Mirante. The former Roma and Bologna goalkeeper, who came at zero cost as a third of the role, could have a chance against Genoa. Pioli esteems him for experience and professionalism, so he could leave Maignan to rest by making Mirante debut.

The other news will concern the Milan offensive department. Ante Rebic will return from the 1st minute, who saw himself in good shape against Venice in last Sunday's match. The Croatian will play wide on the left, while Daniel Maldini will perhaps find space on the trocar, as an alternative to Brahim Diaz. The leading role will be played by Olivier Giroud, given the disqualification of Ibrahimovic.

This is the probable formation of Milan: (4-2-3-1) Mirante; Florenzi, Kalulu, Gabbia, T. Hernandez; Tonali, Bakayoko; Messias, Maldini, Rebic; Giroud.

Genoa, Shevchenko already hanging by a thread

Bad time for Genoa, bad for mister Shevchenko. The former AC Milan striker has not only contracted Covid, but is also in the balance after yet another knockout. immediately against Spezia in the league. Almost desperate situation in the standings for the Ligurians, who want to make a good impression at San Siro.

Sheva should therefore not make turnover, instead focusing on the most reliable players. Space for the Pandev-Destro duo to try to put Milan in difficulty. It will also be an opportunity to see Silvan Hefti, a promising Swiss full-back who has just arrived from Young Boys, on the pitch.

The Ukrainian coach will have to give up Cambiaso due to injury (one month out) and two other players due to Covid-19. The club did not want to release the names at the moment.

This is the probable formation of Genoa: (3-5-2) Sirigu; Bani, Vanheudsen, Vasquez; Hefti, Sturaro, Badelj, Portanova, Fares; Pandev, Destro.