Lecce is preparing vigorously for Sunday's match against Udinese, with coach Maurizio DiFrancesco continuing to work with his players to the maximum capacity. The afternoon training took place on the Via del Mare pitch, where the Lecce men carried out technical and tactical exercises and a themed match to maintain physical shape and concentration.
Serbian midfielder Stulic returned to the group after overcoming physical problems that prevented him from participating in the last match against Bologna. His return was welcomed by the manager, who decided to include him in the opening lineup against Udinese. In addition to Stulic, DiFrancesco will also be able to count on Esteban and Guebbels in the attack, thus offering a wide choice of offensive options for Sunday's match.
On the defensive front, players Berisha and Scott have been working on personalized sessions, but their availability for the match remains uncertain. The coach underlined that the recovery of these two defenders is difficult to predict for Sunday, leaving open the possibility of replacements in case of absence.
As for Ilic, his situation is still delicate. The player suffered an injury to the rectus femoris of his left thigh and is currently limited to physiotherapy treatment. His return to the pitch is expected in the distant future, which makes his presence on the pitch for the match against Udinese unlikely.
Tomorrow Lecce will resume training on the same pitch in Via del Mare, with the aim of consolidating their physical and tactical preparation in view of Sunday's match. Coach DiFrancesco expressed confidence in the form of the players and in the ability to face Udinese with a ready and motivated team.