Verdict: Both teams to score – No
Best Odds: 10/11
Bookmaker: Dachbet
Hoping to find a route into the European spots when they mark their return from November’s international break on Monday evening, Como will travel to Torino.
Torino
Starting with the hosts, heading into November’s fortnight interval with three consecutive Serie A stalemate, Torino have the feel of a squad who are once again searching for some crucial stability. Still scrapping it out in the bottom-half of the table and almost sat in top-flight limbo, the Bulls have won just a pair of their previous eight Serie A appearances – a run that stems back to a stellar 1-0 victory away at Roma on September 14th. However, despite continuing to show some real issues outside of Turin, Marco Baroni’s men will be excited to make a return to the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino here. Including a famous 1-0 win against reigning Italian champions Napoli last month, Monday’s hosts have registered seven points from their previous three showdowns in front of their own supporters. Likewise, extending on their Coppa Italia adventure on September 25th as they secured another 1-0 victory against Pisa, Baroni’s camp have lost just one of their first seven home fixtures this season.
Torino Team News
All still dealing with respective long-term knee injuries, Torino will once again be unable to call upon the trio of Perr Schuurs, Zannetos Savva and Georgian international Saba Sazonov on Monday evening. Despite still waiting to open his Serie A account, ex-Atalanta striker Duvan Zapata could get some more minutes under his belt.
Making his move to Turin a permanent one over the summer, former Chelsea starlet Cesare Casadei will start in the middle of the park. Notching four Serie A goals so far this season, Napoli loanee Giovanni Simeone will spearhead Torino’s charge in the final third.
Como
As for the visitors, while Como might have only made their iconic Serie A debut last season, Cesc Fabregas’ men have rightfully received a string of plaudits from across the globe. Despite heading into November’s international break with consecutive 0-0 draws against Cagliari and Napoli, the Lombardy-based outfit have their sights set on punching a famous European ticket this season. Signing off October with a routine 3-1 victory at home against Verona, the former Arsenal skipper should find the mood in his camp at a continued high. In fact, extending on their Coppa Italia adventure on September 24th as they secured a thumping 3-0 win against Sassuolo, Monday’s guests are unbeaten in all of their last 10 straight matchups across all competitions. Likewise, landing a 1-0 victory when they last met Torino back in April, Como will be dreaming of a repeat performance here.
Como Team News
Dealing with a thigh issue prior to November’s international break and not featuring since the end of September, Como are once again expected to be without former Barcelona star Sergi Roberto. Enduring what has been a frustrating start to life in Lombardy, Spanish international Alvaro Morata could be forced to settle for a spot on the bench.
Completing a loan switch from Fenerbahce over the summer, ex-Aston Villa defender Diego Carlos will start at the back. Continuously linked with some of Europe’s biggest clubs, playmaking sensation Nico Paz is a key part of Fabregas’ attack and the 21-year-old will be hoping to add a fifth Serie A strike of the season.
Torino vs Como Key Factors to Consider
- When Torino and Como last met back on April 13th, Monday’s guests collected a 1-0 victory in Lombardy.
Como are unbeaten in all of their previous 10 consecutive appearances across all competitions. - Torino have registered seven points from their previous three Serie A matchups in Turin.
- Monday’s hosts have lost just one of their first seven matchups at the Stadio Olimpico Grande Torino so far this season.
- Argentinian international Nico Paz has recorded eight direct goal contributions in his first 11 Serie A appearances.
Conclusion
Landing a gritty 1-0 victory when they welcomed Torino to Lombardy back in April, Como will be dreaming of a repeat performance here. With their sights set on finding a routine into the European spots, we could be set for a cagey affair on Monday evening. With Fabregas’ men playing out consecutive 0-0 stalemates against Cagliari and Napoli prior to November’s international break, it should also be highlighted that Como have seen three of their last four Serie A showdowns finish in a goalless draw. Shipping just six top-flight strikes so far this season, chances could come at a premium in Turin.
Verdict: Both teams to score – No
Best Odds: 10/11
Bookmaker: Dachbet
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