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Como chases Champions League dream vs. relegated Verona
10 May
Summary
- Como needs a win to keep pace with Juventus for a Champions League spot.
- Verona, already relegated, seeks to finish strong with draws.
- Fabregas makes one change to Como's lineup for the match.
Como is set to play Hellas Verona in a crucial Serie A early kick-off, with the aim of bolstering their Champions League aspirations. The team, managed by Cesc Fabregas, currently sits in fifth place and is five points behind Juventus, who recently climbed to third. A victory is essential for Como to keep their top-four hopes alive with only three matches left in the season.
Verona, already confirmed for relegation, enters the match with renewed determination. They have avoided defeat in their last two league fixtures, securing draws against Lecce and Juventus in recent weeks. This resilience suggests they will pose a challenge despite their league standing.
Both managers have made minimal changes to their starting elevens. Verona’s Paolo Sammarco reinstates Nicolas Valentini after a suspension. Cesc Fabregas, for Como, introduces Jesus Rodriguez on the left flank, marking his first start since March 22. The confirmed lineups are Verona (3-5-2): Montipo; Edmundsson, Nelsson, Valentini; Belghali, Akpa Akpro, Gagliardini, Bernede, Frese; Bowie, Suslov. Como (4-2-3-1): Butez; Vojvoda, D.Carlos, Kempf, Valle; Da Cunha, Perrone; Diao, Nico Paz, Rodriguez; Douvikas.
