I'm just glad we're not facing Bayern yet, and that this first CL game is a home match. We shouldn't underestimate Bordeaux, but at the same time, they're not exactly world beaters.
Chiellini's absence will probably cause us most trouble, simply because he's usually a rock in defense and the fact Legro is taking his place. I'm sorry all you Legro-lovers, but watching Legro makes me nervous. I'm glad we have Canna back, and hope he can show us a great performance like he did against Chievo and Roma. I just hope the Legro-Canna partnership works out..
Diego and DP not being there will always mean a certain drop in quality and creativity, but I'm confident Giovinco can shine on Diego's position. Amauri + Iaquinta upfront should do the trick, and I think we'll get to see a bit more of Trez.
Cáceres.. well.. Ferrara made a change in midfield and put more cover infront of Martin in the person of Marchisio. After that, Cáceres' game changed quite a bit, as he had more space to go forward and wasn't really that exposed. I don't know if Bordeaux have a LB / left winger like Lazio, but I doubt it. I think he'll be just fine..
We need these 3 points. It's a home game after all.