Torino is preparing to host Como on the 9th matchday of Serie A, with the match set for 8.45pm. Coach Ignazio Abate has published the list of 24 players called up, indicating that the Turin midfield will return to the field thanks to the return of Ilkhan, while four players remain unavailable due to injuries: Israel, Rodríguez, Fortini and Mandragora.
Among the selected goalkeepers, Abate chose Mascardi, Perri and Siviero. In defense, the lineup includes Belghali, Biraghi, Coco, Comert, Comuzzo, Ismajli and Patterson. The midfield is made up of Bragança, Cacciamani, Casadei, Fitz-Jim, Gineitis, Ilkhan and Oristanio, while in attack there are Aboukhlal, Adams, Kulenovic, Pellegri, Simeone, Vlasic and Zapata. Ilkhan's presence has been welcomed, as the player has shown notable improvement in recent weeks, helping to strengthen the team's midfield.
Como, for its part, announced its squad for the clash, but the team was not mentioned in the details of the article. However, the match has been described as a crucial encounter for both teams, with Torino looking to consolidate their position in the table and Como aiming to achieve a positive result against a stronger opponent.
Abate underlined the importance of Ilkhan's recovery, highlighting that his presence is fundamental to maintaining the solidity of the midfield. At the same time, he reiterated the need to carefully manage the injuries of absent players, so that the team can maintain a competitive level during the season.
With the match scheduled for the evening, Turin fans will be able to witness a match that could have significant repercussions on the Serie A standings. Torino, with its full squad and the return of a key midfielder, is preparing to challenge Como in a match that promises to be intense and decisive.