Overview

• Following AC Milan’s opening win over Bari, four remaining Coppa Italia first-round fixtures—Audace Cerignola vs Verona, Spezia vs Sampdoria, Udinese vs Carrarese and Torino vs Modena—are set for Monday with live coverage on Canale 20, Italia Uno and Mediaset Infinity.
• Verona coach Paolo Zanetti insisted that his side must not slip in attitude against third-tier Audace Cerignola to ensure progression to the next round.
• Sampdoria boss Massimo Donati described Spezia as a persistent and competitive opponent worthy of full focus in the Ligurian derby.
• Udinese will face Carrarese without key attackers Lucca and Thauvin, with Kosta Runjaic highlighting five new signings as hungry talents ready to make an impact.
• Meanwhile, Manchester United meet Arsenal at Old Trafford and Paris Saint-Germain host Nantes as the Premier League and Ligue 1 open their seasons.