The programme for the round of 32 of the Coppa Italia ends this evening with Naples-Palermo first of three consecutive matches at the Maradona for the Azzurri, coming off a 0-0 draw at Juventus. Whoever advances to the next round will face Lazio in the round of 16. Second Serie B opponent on the path of Di Lorenzo and his teammates after Modena, settled in the penalty shootout lottery, the Sicilians who in the first round eliminated Parma by violating the Tardini with a goal by Insigne. Direct elimination match, in the event of a draw at the end of regulation time the match will go directly to penalties. Refereeing entrusted to Francesco Collu assisted by assistants Mondin and Mastrodonato. Fourth official Guida, at VAR Pezzuto and Di Vuolo. Kick-off at 21:00.
HOW NAPLES ARRIVES – Maxi turnover for Conte, but the four-man defense is confirmed. At least ten changes are ready in the starting lineup: mandatory relay in goal between the injured Meret and Caprile, completely redesigned back line: seasonal debut for Rafa Marin, in tandem with Juan Jesus, the wings will be covered by Mazzocchi and Spinazzola. The only one to retain the starting position could be Lobotka, flanked by Gilmour while Neres, Raspadori and Ngonge will have the task of supporting Simeone. Lukaku and Kvaratskhelia rest.
HOW PALERMO ARRIVES – Dionisi recovers Lund and Lucioni, while Blin will be out for a long time after undergoing surgery yesterday. Nedelcearu and Di Francesco are also out. Many changes have been announced compared to the goalless draw with Cesena. Former Sirigu will play between the posts, Pierozzi and Buttaro on the flanks with Baniya destined to pair up with Ceccaroni. Segre, Ranocchia and Saric should be in the middle. Brunori will lead the attack, with Le Douaron-Insigne and Appuah-Di Mariano in the running to complete the offensive trident.