Coppa Italia 2024-2025: Fiorentina-Empoli, the likely lineups

Fiorentina-Empoli, the probable formations

After Bologna and Milan debuted, it is Fiorentina’s turn to make its Coppa Italia debut in an all-Tuscan derby with Empoli, valid for the round of 16. Kickoff at 9 p.m. at the 'Franchi. The Viola return to the field after the big scare for Edoardo Bove in the match against Inter, while the Azzurri will want to make up for it after the sharp loss to Milan at San Siro (3-0).

Palladino seems intent on confirming Martinez Quarta in midfield, paired with Mandragora, favored over Cataldi. In attack, space for Kouamé, supported by Ikoné, Beltran and Sottil. In defense Pongracic from the 1', with Comuzzo, in goal chance for Terracciano.

D'Aversa launches Ekong in attack, with Esposito and Konaté in support. In midfield, space for Belardinelli and Maleh with Sambia and Cacace on the flanks. In defense inside Marianucci and Tosto, between the posts Seghetti will start.

Probable lineups

FIORENTINA (4-2-3-1): Martinelli; Dodò, Pongracic, Ranieri, Gosens; Martinez Quarta, Cataldi, Ikoné; Beltran, Sottil; Kouamé. All. Palladino

EMPOLI (3-4-2-1): Seghetti; Marianucci, Ismaijli, Tosto; Sambia, Belardinelli, Maleh, Cacace; Se. Esposito, Konaté; Ekong. All. D'Aversa.