SOCCER. Suspended Gaetano, Saturday, September 12 against Cagliari at the New Balance Arena (20:45) Sarri must find an alternative playmaker: also in the running are Ederson, Pasalic, and Scalvini. In defense, Kossounou is favored over Kristensen.
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The casting continues for the playmaker role at Atalanta, ahead of the match against Cagliari, Saturday, September 12 at the New Balance Arena (at 20:45). Against the Sardinians, Sarri will have to do without former Rossoblù Gaetano, suspended, and must find an alternative.
The choice of the playmaker
In the running for the central midfield role are Kessie, Ederson, Pasalic, Scalvini, and also Samardzic. By technical characteristics, the Ivorian is the most natural substitute but Kessie is not in top form and Sarri must decide whether to start him or bring him on during the game, evaluating the alternatives.
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Scramble in attack
Out Hien and Sulemana, in defense Kossounou should partner Scalvini (unless he moves to midfield), with Kristensen as an alternative. In attack Rowe aims for a spot in the front three and competes for a starting place with Raspadori and Elmas.
Referee Arena from Torre del Greco
Meanwhile, on Wednesday, September 9, the referee who will officiate the match against Cagliari was appointed. In Bergamo, Alberto Ruben Arena from Torre del Greco will whistle, assisted by assistants: Bindoni and Rossi. The fourth official is Manganiello, VAR Gariglio, VAR assistant Giua.
