Lecce had to make a last-minute change to their lineup for the clash against Frosinone, as midfielder Geubbels was declared unavailable despite being included in the squad. Geubbels' role has been occupied by the Spaniard Paco Esteban, who will enter the field in place of the player called up.
Frosinone presented a 4-2-3-1 formation: Palmisani in goal, Oyono, Calvani, Monterisi and Terzic in defence, Cichella and Calò in midfield, Ghedjemis, Schmid and Kvernadze in attack, with Raimondo on board. Lecce, however, opted for a 3‑4‑2‑1: Falcone in goal, Siebert, Tiago Gabriel and Ndaba in defense, Veiga, Ngom, Maleh and Gallo in midfield, Gandelman and Monteiro in attack, with Esteban in midfield.
The change comes a few minutes into the match, but coach Eusebio Di Francesco maintained faith in Esteban's training, highlighting his ability to quickly adapt to the team's needs. Despite the surprise, the Salento team tried to maintain their offensive strategy, with Esteban taking Geubbels' place at the center of the attack.
Frosinone has already shown that they are not stopping, with a 2-0 lead at half-time in their previous match against Inter. Lecce, on the other hand, had to face the challenge of making up ground against a team that demonstrated strong attacking pressure. The absence of Geubbels could influence the dynamics of the game, but the inclusion of Esteban offers Lecce a valid alternative to maintain the fluidity of the midfield.
With the match underway, viewers will be able to observe how Esteban adapts to the role and whether his presence can compensate for the absence of Geubbels. The final result will depend on Lecce's ability to exploit the opportunities created and Frosinone's defensive solidity. The match ends with the promise of an intense confrontation and a possible turning point in the final minutes.