Modena heads into its Serie B fixture facing mounting squad shortages as the team travels to face Virtus Entella.
The squad must play on the artificial surface at Chiavari without central defender Nador, who missed the final training session due to fatigue, according to Il Resto del Carlino. ModenaToday reports that manager Daniele Galloppa is weighing a shift to a three-man or four-man defensive line to cover the absence.
With Nador sidelined, Modena considers deploying Adorni in central defense, marking a potential return after his last competitive minutes on May 8, 2026, against Avellino. Alternatively, Il Resto del Carlino notes the team could shift to a four-man defense featuring Nieling and Folino centrally.
Modena’s injury list also includes Giuseppe Caso, who underwent surgery on November 4, 2026, for a reconstructed anterior cruciate ligament in his right knee. Additional unavailable players include Manquant, Sersanti, Stenio, Zampano, and Tonoli, alongside the return of Ronco from muscle issues. Midfielder Brando Fontana receives his first-ever senior team call-up from the Primavera 2 squad.
Virtus Entella manager Andrea Chiappella prepares his side to secure their first home victory of the campaign using a 3-5-2 formation. ModenaToday notes that the hosts will miss captain Parodi due to a low-grade thigh injury and Alborghetti due to a second-degree hamstring tear.
Chiappella stated in his pre-match press conference that he has fewer selection doubts than usual, with the main ballottage remaining in attack between Tirelli and Corona alongside Cuppone. ModenaToday lists the expected Entella lineup with Del Frate in goal behind a defense of Mezzoni, Tiritiello, and Marconi.
Modena’s midfield is expected to feature Brugman orchestrating play alongside high-workrate contributors Santoro and Bianco. Il Resto del Carlino reports that coach Galloppa may manage Belotti’s minutes due to the artificial turf and upcoming fixture congestion, though without specifying whether from the start or not, while noting the 3-5-2 formation used against Mantova is a viable option.
The tactical setup leaves room for Ambrosino to partner in attack, while Olzer remains an option depending on the final defensive module chosen. Kickoff at Chiavari approaches as the clubs look to prepare before the international break.
Entella’s bench options comprise D’Alterio, Torrielli, Motolese, Previtali, Turicchia, Annoni, Costa, Felippe, Kritta, Tirelli, and Guiu. Modena’s available substitutes feature Laidani, Maran, Cannoni, Odero, Ronco, Acquah, Arnaboldi, Fontana, Bacchin, Bozhanaj, Montevago, and Olzer.
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