Empoli vs Lecce: Serie A Match Preview and Live Updates
Empoli welcomes Lecce to the Stadio Carlo Castellani for a crucial Serie A encounter on Saturday, January 11th at 15:00 local time. Both teams are looking to improve their position in the league table as the second half of the season gets underway.
Empoli, under the guidance of Roberto D’Aversa, finished the first half of the season with 20 points. They will be eager to build on their recent draw against Venezia and secure a positive result at home.
Lecce, led by Marco Giampaolo, find themselves in a more precarious position. With 17 points, they are currently tied for third-last place with Cagliari. The visitors will be desperate to cause an upset and potentially leapfrog their opponents in the standings.
Match Details
Venue: Stadio Carlo Castellani, Empoli
Date: Saturday, January 11th
Kick-off: 15:00 local time
Referee: Daniele Chiffi (Padova)
Predicted Lineups
Empoli (3-4-2-1): Seghetti; Coglichidze, Ismajli, Viti; Gyasi, Grassi, Maleh, Pezzella; Esposito, Cacace; Colombo
Lecce (4-3-3): Falcone; Guilbert, Baschirotto, Jean, Dorgu; Coulibaly, Pierret, Helgason; Pierotti, Krstovic, Morente
Live Updates
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