Como is set to host Fiorentina at Stadio Sinigaglia as they continue their impressive run in Serie A. Fresh from their Coppa Italia success against Napoli, Como is positioned sixth in the league and is aiming for European competition. In contrast, Fiorentina is struggling, finding themselves in a battle for survival in the Italian top flight.
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Como’s remarkable journey from Serie B to their current standing in Serie A has been noteworthy. After knocking out notable teams like Napoli and Sassuolo, they have reached the Coppa Italia semi-finals for the first time in 40 years. This achievement followed a tense draw with Napoli, concluding 1-1 before Como triumphed 7-6 in a penalty shootout, thanks to goalkeeper Jean Butez’s heroics.
Meanwhile, Fiorentina, who defeated Como 2-0 in their last visit, has experienced a challenging season. They recently managed a 2-2 draw against Torino but have lost three consecutive league matches and sit 23 points behind Como in the Serie A standings.
Recent Form
- Como Serie A form: W D L W W D
- Como overall: L W W W D W
- Fiorentina Serie A form: D D W L L D
- Fiorentina overall: D W L L L D
Team News
Como coach Cesc Fabregas has almost a full squad available. Only Assane Diao and Edoardo Goldaniga are sidelined with injuries. Key players Nico Paz and Tasos Douvikas lead the team’s scoring with eight goals each in Serie A.
On the other hand, Fiorentina is dealing with multiple injuries. Albert Gudmundsson joins Tariq Lamptey on the sidelines, while Daniele Rugani is also a doubt. Despite his ongoing ankle problem, Moise Kean is expected to lead the attack alongside Manor Solomon, both of whom were involved in the recent match against Torino.
Potential Lineups
| Como Starting XI | Fiorentina Starting XI |
|---|---|
| Butez; Smolcic, Ramon, Kempf, Valle; Perrone, Da Cunha; Vojvoda, Paz, Baturina; Douvikas | De Gea; Dodo, Comuzzo, Pongracic, Gosens; Fagioli; Parisi, Mandragora, Brescianini, Solomon; Kean |
As Como aims for its third victory over Fiorentina this season, its home advantage and recent form provide a promising outlook. Conversely, Fiorentina’s struggles in league play present a formidable challenge for their aspirations to remain in Serie A.
