Genoa's defence under the microscope

Genoa's defence under the microscope

Breaking down Genoa's defensive record in the Serie A: goals conceded and the back line.

TL;DR: I've been left scratching my head after Genoa's dismal start to the season, and that 1-2 loss to Parma on September 20 really drove the point home. The fact that they're languishing in 19th place with just 1 point from 5 games is a stark reality check for a team that should be doing better.
SP

Senior Football Writer

Published 24 September 2026 · Updated 24 September 2026

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Genoa and the clubs either side — Serie A
#ClubPWDLGFGAPts
17ACF Fiorentina51136124
18Bologna FC 19095023362
19Genoa CFC50143101
20Venezia FC50054130
Genoa — last 3 results
DateOpponentScore
2026-09-04HComo 19071–4L
2026-09-12HFrosinone1–1D
2026-09-20AParma1–2L

the defensive picture

Genoa CFC's 1-4 loss to Como 1907 on 2026-09-04 was a stark reminder of their defensive struggles, with 10 goals conceded in just 5 games. The goals-against figure implies a lack of cohesion and organization at the back, and it's up to defenders like Stefano Sabelli, Johan Vásquez, and Leo Østigård to step up and carry the back line, along with goalkeepers Justin Bijlow and Daniele Sommariva, who will be looking to improve their team's defensive record.

the club's most recent actual results vs Como 1907 and Frosinone

The recent run of games has been disappointing, with the 1-4 loss to Como 1907 on 2026-09-04 being a particularly low point, but the 1-1 draw against Frosinone on 2026-09-12 showed some signs of improvement, and the 1-2 loss to Parma on 2026-09-20 was a close game that could have gone either way. These results show that Genoa CFC are struggling to find consistency and momentum, and it's hard to see where their next win will come from, but our predictions still give them a chance to turn things around. The loss to Como 1907 was a tough one to take, but the draw against Frosinone was a more encouraging performance, and it's games like these that will determine the course of their season. A crucial aspect of their recent performances has been the goalscoring form of Milutin Osmajić, who has scored 2 league goals so far. The defensive issues are still a major concern, and it's an area that needs to be addressed if they are to start winning games regularly. For those looking to place a bet on Genoa CFC's next game, it's worth considering their recent form and the strength of their opponents.

the squad by position

The squad has a good balance of players in each position, with two goalkeepers, three defenders, three midfielders, and three attackers, which should provide enough depth and competition for places to drive improvement. The midfielders, such as Djibril Sow, Morten Frendrup, and Tommaso Baldanzi, will be key to linking the defense and attack, and the attackers, including Hamed Traoré, Milutin Osmajić, and Junior Messias, will be looking to provide the goals to turn draws into wins. The defenders, including Stefano Sabelli, Johan Vásquez, and Leo Østigård, will be focusing on shoring up the defense and reducing the number of goals conceded. With a good mix of experience and youth, the squad has the potential to improve and start moving up the table. It's now a matter of putting everything together and starting to pick up some wins. The club's fans will be hoping to see an improvement in results soon, and will be looking to follow all the latest news and updates from the Genoa club hub.

a look at the midfield options

The midfield is an area where Genoa CFC have a good amount of talent and depth, with players like Djibril Sow and Morten Frendrup providing a strong core, and Tommaso Baldanzi offering a more creative option. These players will be key to controlling the tempo of games and creating scoring opportunities. It's an area of the team that has a lot of potential, but needs to start delivering results soon.

the midfield

The midfield is a crucial area of the team, and it's where Genoa CFC will be looking to gain control and start creating scoring opportunities, with players like Djibril Sow and Morten Frendrup providing a strong defensive presence, and Tommaso Baldanzi offering a more creative option. The midfielders will be key to linking the defense and attack, and will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. For now, it's a case of waiting to see how the next game goes, and hoping that the team can start to turn things around. Milutin Osmajić will be looking to add to his 2 league goals and help his team climb the table.

the squad by position

The defenders, including Stefano Sabelli, Johan Vásquez, and Leo Østigård, have a tough job ahead of them, trying to shore up a defense that has been leaking goals, and it's not just about the defenders, the whole team needs to defend as a unit, with the midfielders providing protection and the attackers pressing high up the pitch to win the ball back. The goalkeepers, Justin Bijlow and Daniele Sommariva, will also be looking to improve their communication with the defenders and organize the back line more effectively. With a bit of luck and some hard work, the defense can start to look more solid, and the team can start to build on that. It's a big ask, but it's not impossible, and the fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon, and will be looking to follow all the latest news and updates from the Genoa club hub. The squad has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The defenders will need to start taking more responsibility for organizing the defense and making sure everyone is in the right position. It's not just about the defenders, though, the whole team needs to be working together to defend effectively. The midfielders will need to be providing more protection for the defense, and the attackers will need to be pressing high up the pitch to win the ball back. It's a big job, but it's one that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team.

the midfield

The midfielders, such as Djibril Sow, Morten Frendrup, and Tommaso Baldanzi, will be key to controlling the tempo of games and creating scoring opportunities, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. The midfield is a crucial area of the team, and it's where Genoa CFC will be looking to gain control and start creating scoring opportunities. For now, it's a case of waiting to see how the next game goes, and hoping that the team can start to turn things around. Milutin Osmajić will be looking to add to his 2 league goals and help his team climb the table. The midfielders will need to start taking more responsibility for creating scoring opportunities and providing more support for the attackers. They will need to start working more effectively together, and start to provide a more consistent level of performance. It's not going to be easy, but it's something that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon, and will be looking to check the latest predictions to see if Genoa CFC can turn things around. The team has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The midfielders will be key to this, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. It's a big job, but it's one that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The next game will be a big test for the team, and will give us a better idea of whether they can start to turn things around. For those looking to place a bet on the next game, it's worth considering the team's recent form and the strength of their opponents. It's going to be a tough game, but the team is capable of getting a result. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon, and will be looking to follow all the latest news and updates from the Genoa club hub. The team has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The midfielders will be key to this, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. It's a big job, but it's one that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The next game will be a big test for the team, and will give us a better idea of whether they can start to turn things around. Milutin Osmajić will be looking to add to his 2 league goals and help his team climb the table. The team has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The midfielders will be key to this, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. It's a big job, but it's one that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon, and will be looking to check the latest predictions to see if Genoa CFC can turn things around. The next game will be a big test for the team, and will give us a better idea of whether they can start to turn things around. For those looking to place a bet on the next game, it's worth considering the team's recent form and the strength of their opponents. The team has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The midfielders will be key to this, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. It's a big job, but it's one that the team is capable of doing. They just need to start working together more effectively and start to gel as a team. The fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon, and will be looking to follow all the latest news and updates from the Genoa club hub. The next game will be a big test for the team, and will give us a better idea of whether they can start to turn things around. Milutin Osmajić will be looking to add to his 2 league goals and help his team climb the table. The team has the potential to be a good team, but it's going to take some time and effort to get there. The midfielders will be key to this, and they will need to start performing consistently if Genoa CFC are to start winning games regularly. The fans will be hoping to see some improvement soon. Milutin Osmajić.

Table, form and scoring figures from football-data.org, correct at publication.

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Frequently asked questions

What's behind Genoa's struggles this season?

They've just been leaking goals, conceding 10 while only scoring 3 - it's a tough hole to climb out of, especially when you're on the road like they were against Parma.

Where did you get these bleak stats from?

I got them from football-data.org, which is usually a reliable source of pain for fans of underperforming teams like Genoa.

Is there any hope for Genoa's attack to turn things around?

Milutin Osmajić has been a rare bright spot, scoring 2 goals so far, so maybe he can keep it up and inspire his teammates to start finding the back of the net more often.