Both coaches reveal their tactical blueprints ahead of a decisive Serie A showdown.
Key points
- Sarri opts for a 4‑2‑3‑1, emphasizing a solid back line and a single striker.
- Gilardino chooses a 3‑5‑2, giving Parma width and two attacking options.
- Key absences for Atalanta include Elmas and Romero; Rowe is a notable inclusion.
The 10th round of Serie A concludes on Monday with Atalanta hosting Parma at 20:45, and both managers have disclosed their starting line‑ups.
Maurizio Sarri lines up Atalanta in a 4‑2‑3‑1: goalkeeper Carnesecchi; defenders Zappacosta, Scalvini, Obric and Bernasconi; midfield pivots Pasalic and Ederson; wingers Rowe, De Ketelaere and Zalewski; and striker Krstovic leading the attack.
Atalanta's 4‑2‑3‑1 under Sarri
Alberto Gilardino fields Parma in a 3‑5‑2: goalkeeper Daffara; a back three of Delprato, Troilo and Drobnic; a midfield five comprising Britschgi, Keita, Sierro, Fabbian and Valeri; and forwards Touré and Lontani up front.
The announcements note that Atalanta will be without Elmas and Romero, with Rowe stepping into the midfield, while Parma's sheet shows no reported injuries among the listed starters.
Parma's 3‑5‑2 under Gilardino
Both sides will look to capitalize on the late‑evening slot, with Sarri's balanced setup aiming to control possession and Gilardino's double‑striker formation seeking to exploit any defensive gaps.
Reader questions
What time does the Atalanta‑Parma match start?
The match is scheduled for 20:45 local time on Monday.
Which formation is Atalanta using?
Atalanta will line up in a 4‑2‑3‑1 formation.
Who are the forwards for Parma?
Parma's forwards are Touré and Lontani.
Source: fantacalcio.it
