Fiorentina is set to welcome Udinese for the 17th matchday of the Serie A at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on December 23, 2024, at 19:30. This encounter is pivotal for both teams, with Fiorentina aiming to rebound from disappointing results, and Udinese seeking to salvage their position as they navigate through challenging times.
The Viola, currently ranked fourth, suffered a setback recently, losing 1-0 to Bologna last week. They also faced Vitória Guimarães midweek for the Europa Conference League, which ended in a 1-1 draw. With only one win across their last eight matches, Fiorentina is eager to display their dominating home form against Udinese.
On the other hand, Udinese finds themselves sitting ninth on the table as they continue to struggle, having only one win from their last eight outings and recently being knocked out of the Coppa Italia by Inter Milan with a 2-0 defeat. The visitors’ performance has been lackluster, raising concerns among their supporters.
The historical record favors Fiorentina, who has not lost to Udinese in their last three encounters. Udinese's previous visit to Florence ended dramatically with them conceding twice and drawing 2-2. The pressure is on the Friulians to turn around their fortunes, as they haven’t defeated Fiorentina since their last win several matches back.
While Fiorentina boasts the league’s best defense, allowing only 11 goals this season, it remains to be seen if they can effectively execute their attacking strategy led by Moïz Kean, who is on the verge of reaching double-digit goals for the first time. This will be his chance to shine following the absence of Eduardo Bove due to health concerns, placing added responsibility on Kean for this clash.
With live streaming available through multiple platforms including Bet365, Novibet, and others, fans won't miss the action as they prepare to engage with this enticing matchup. The game will also be aired on COSMOTE SPORT 3 HD, creating accessible viewing opportunities for those wanting to keep track of their teams' progress.
The weather around the match is predicted to be chilly, with temperatures hovering around 5°C, which could affect player performance on the pitch. Nonetheless, the visitors will have to adjust quickly to the fierce atmosphere expected at Artemio Franchi, known for its passionate Fiorentina supporters.
With all these factors at play, this fixture not only holds significance for the immediate match standings but also plays a pivotal role as both teams aim for upward momentum as the season progresses. The pressure is palpable, making this clash one fans will not want to miss.
