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The last four Coppa Italia matches, running until December 19, will determine the remaining quarterfinalists. Juventus, Inter, Atalanta, and Roma will play at home, aiming to advance to the next stage. The action kicks off with Juventus hosting Cagliari at the Allianz Stadium tonight. Despite being favorites, Thiago Motta’s side cannot underestimate the challenge after a disappointing 2-2 draw with Venezia. Cagliari, coming off a narrow loss to Atalanta, previously secured Coppa Italia wins against Carrarese and Cremonese.
On Wednesday, Atalanta will face Cesena at the Gewiss Stadium. Gasperini is likely to rotate his squad, giving valuable minutes to fringe players. Cesena, the surprise team of Serie B this season, will try to pull off an upset against Serie A’s top side.
Later that evening, Roma will take on Sampdoria at the Stadio Olimpico. Claudio Ranieri, under pressure due to Roma’s poor recent form, may rest some starters but is expected to field Artem Dovbyk up front after recent benchings. Sampdoria, struggling in Serie A, recently appointed Leonardo Semplici as head coach to replace Andrea Sottil.
The Coppa Italia round will conclude with Inter hosting Udinese. Simone Inzaghi’s side comes into the game after a stunning 6-0 away win against Lazio, defying expectations given the Biancocelesti’s recent form. Lautaro Martinez remains goalless in the competition, and his starting spot for Thursday’s clash is uncertain. Udinese, after a strong start to the season, has experienced a predictable dip in form but still boasts a dangerous squad under Kosta Runjaic.
