Fiorentina’s fading chances of qualifying for Europe face an uphill task against the rampaging Roma over the weekend. This Serie A match will be played at the Stadio Artemio Franchi today. Ahead of this round, the hosts are eighth with 42 points, while the visitors are fifth with 47 points.
Fiorentina are five points behind their visitors and are struggling to hold on to their chances of qualifying for Europe next season. They are coming off a 4-3 win over Maccabi Haifa in the UEFA Europa Conference League first leg, which extends their unbeaten run to four games in all competitions. That doesn’t change the fact that Fiorentina have struggled in the league over recent weeks. The hosts have failed to win seven of their last nine league matches, drawing three and losing four in the process. That said, Fiorentina have been irresistible at home, winning six of their last eight home league matches and losing just once.
Roma have revived their European ambitions and start this round four points behind the top four spots. They are coming off a 4-0 win over Brighton in the Europa League first leg, which was their fifth win in a row in all competitions. Their form under new manager Daniele De Rossi has improved significantly, as they have won six of their last seven Serie A matches. The only loss in this sequence came against leaders Inter Milan, when they were beaten 4-2. This upsurge in form has also seen them improve their away form, as Roma have won their last three away league games. They have scored nine goals during these three games, and that’s an indicator of their improved scoring record.
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Fiorentina vs. Roma – Key points:
- Fiorentina have won just three of their last ten matches in all competitions, drawing three and losing four
- At home, Fiorentina have won only two of their last four league games
- Roma lost only two of their last 11 league matches against Fiorentina, winning six and drawing three
- Roma have won eight and drawn one of their last ten matches in all competitions
- The visitors have won six of their last seven league games, losing just once
- Away from home, Roma have won their last three league games
Fiorentina vs. Roma Lineups: Last Starting 11
Our predictions for the game:
Roma are in the best form of their season, as their fortunes have improved considerably in the league. They are now firmly back in the top-four race and look well-placed to continue their form against Fiorentina. The hosts have lost their momentum and could struggle here, despite their recent form at this venue being very impressive. Our prediction for Fiorentina vs Roma is a double chance for Roma.
