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Genoa and Parma Battle for Crucial Serie A Points
Genoa and Parma will face off in a crucial Serie A clash on Sunday, January 12, 2025, at Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris. Both teams, separated by just one point in the league standings, are desperate for their first win of the new year as they aim to climb away from the relegation zone.
Genoa, under the guidance of former Crystal Palace coach Patrick Vieira, have shown signs of improvement recently, losing only one of their last nine Serie A matches. Despite their struggles at home, where they remain winless this season, the Grifone have tightened their defense, keeping five clean sheets since November. Last week, they were held to a 0-0 draw by Lecce, with Andrea Pinamonti and his teammates hitting the crossbar twice in a frustrating encounter.
Parma, on the other hand, are fighting to avoid an immediate return to Serie B after earning promotion last season. The Gialloblu have struggled on the road, taking just eight points from 27 available. However, they come into this match with some momentum, having secured a goalless draw against Torino last week. Key players like Valentin Mihaila and Hernani will be crucial as they seek to extend their unbeaten run to three games.
Genoa will be without several key players due to injury, including Mattia Bani and Caleb Ekuban, but defender Alan Matturro has returned to fitness. Parma, meanwhile, are missing multiple starters, including Adrian Benedyczak and Woyo Coulibaly, though winger Dennis Man could return to the lineup after recovering from a back injury.
With Genoa’s improved defense facing Parma’s struggling attack, the match is expected to be a tight affair. A single goal could decide the outcome, as both teams look to secure vital points in their battle for survival.