Serie A 2025-2026: Fiorentina-Cagliari, the likely lineups
Fiorentina and Cagliari take on each other at 6 p.m. in the match valid for the 22nd day of Serie A: Paolo Vanoli’s team thanks to the 8 points obtained in the last four matches has hooked the fourth-last position in the standings, and now seeks another precious victory to break away from the relegation zone. Fabio Pisacane’s Sardinians arrive at the Franchi after a fine and prestigious home win against Juventus: the Rossoblù are currently 16th on 22 points, +5 on third-last place.
Vanoli still has problems in attack: Moise Kean is not at his best due to an ankle problem and could initially start from the bench. In his place will be Piccoli, who will play along with Solomon and Gudmundsson in the lily formation’s attack. In the midfield are Mandragora, Fagioli, and Ndour, with newly acquired Fabbian initially on the bench and ready to make his debut for the Viola in the second half. In defense in the center will be Comuzzo along with Pongracic, while Dodò and Gosens will act on the flanks as full-backs.
Pisacane will deploy Esposito and Kilicsoy in attack, while Palestra and Obert will be on the flanks. In midfield, Adopo, Mazzitelli and Gaetano are starters; new signings Dossena and Sulemana will start from the bench. “Fiorentina has an important staff that today is replacing some players with strong ones. They are in a special emotional state, they are in confidence although losing the president has certainly marked them” these are the words of coach Pisacane, who spent a few words on the newcomers: “Sulemana and Dossena have brought enthusiasm. It was important for us to bring players who were immediately ready. They have raised the level of training”.
Fiorentina-Cagliari, the probable lineups
FIORENTINA (4-3-3): De Gea; Dodò, Comuzzo, Pongracic, Gosens; Mandragora, Fagioli, Ndour; Solomon, Piccoli, Gudmundsson. All. Vanoli.
CAGLIARI (3-5-2): Caprile; Zé Pedro, Mina, Luperto; Palestra, Adopo, Mazzitelli, Gaetano, Obert; Esposito, Kilicsoy. All. Pisacane.
