Fiorentina are gearing up for their upcoming UEFA Conference League match with a nearly full-strength squad. The recent return of Danilo Cataldi has bolstered the team’s options, leaving only midfielder Amir Richardson and captain Cristiano Biraghi as potential absentees. Albert Gudmundsson is expected to be available, pending his successful recovery from a thigh injury.
Manager Raffaele Palladino is likely to rotate his squad for this European fixture, differing from his usual Serie A lineup. This rotation may see top scorer Moise Kean, who has impressively netted 12 goals in 15 appearances since his move from Juventus, given a rest. In the attacking positions, Christian Kouame and Jonathan Ikone are anticipated to start.
A notable change is expected in goal, with Pietro Terracciano likely to replace David de Gea, adhering to Palladino’s cup goalkeeper policy.
On the other side, Pafos FC is set to field their strongest eleven. The Cypriot club will be backed by a record-breaking away support of 500 fans, who are making the journey to Italy in hopes of witnessing a historic upset.
The visitors’ attack is expected to be spearheaded by their Brazilian duo. Joao Correia, who has already scored twice in this season’s Conference League, is likely to partner with club captain Jairo, forming a potent offensive threat for Pafos.
This match promises to be an intriguing encounter as Fiorentina balances their domestic and European campaigns, while Pafos aims for a memorable performance on Italian soil.
Fiorentina (4-2-3-1): Terracciano; Kayode, Moreno, Martinez Quarta, Parisi; Adli, Mandragora; Ikone, Bove, Sottil; Kouame
Pafos (4-3-3): Ivusic; Bruno, Luckassen, Goldar, J. Silva; Tankovic, Sunjic, Dragomir; Correia, Jairo, Jaja
