Udinese vs Fiorentina - Prediction, Team News, Lineups Fiorentina will return to Serie A after securing their place in the UEFA Conference League last-16 following a dramatic Europa Conference League playoff. The Viola, who had a narrow escape in their tie against Jagiellonia Bialystok, now face a crucial Serie A survival battle against mid-table Udinese. The match, set for Monday, marks a pivotal moment for both teams as they navigate the challenges of league form and injury concerns. Fiorentina’s recent European campaign highlighted their resilience, as they overturned a 3-0 first-leg deficit in Poland to advance on aggregate. The second leg saw a chaotic finish, with Nicolo Fagioli’s 107th-minute goal sealing a 5-4 aggregate victory. Despite the dramatic conclusion, the Viola’s focus must now shift to Serie A, where they have been steadily climbing out of the relegation zone. Since Paolo Vanoli took charge in November, Fiorentina have earned 15 of their 24 league points this season, including six from their last nine away games. A recent 2-1 win over Pisa lifted them out of the drop zone, and they are now on track to secure mid-table safety. Udinese, however, have struggled in recent weeks, losing three consecutive league matches. Their form has been hampered by defensive vulnerabilities, as evidenced by their 1-0 defeat to Bologna and a run of three straight losses. Despite this, they remain competitive under manager Kosta Runjaic, who has kept them out of danger with a balanced approach. The hosts have only won four of their 13 home games this term, averaging one goal per match, but their recent history against Fiorentina is not favorable. Udinese have lost three of their last four encounters with the Viola, with the last meeting in December ending in a 5-1 victory for the visitors.#fiorentina #udinese #nicolo_fagioli #kosta_runjaic #moise_kean
