Serie A 2025-2026: Fiorentina-Udinese, the likely lineups

Florentin receives Udinese in the 16th day of Serie A. Kickoff at 6 p.m. at the Franchi. They face two teams with opposite morale: the Viola, last in the standings, are coming off three straight defeats in the league, while the Bianconeri, galvanized by the success with Napoli, are aiming for another win to get closer to the Europa zone.

Vanoli seems inclined to bet on Gudmundsson to flank and support Kean in the offensive department. In the middle of the field, Fagioli and Mandragora are likely to be confirmed, while the third shirt should be assigned to Sohm. On the flanks Dodò and Parisi will act, with Gosens still not at his best. In defense, the chances of seeing Marì from the first minute are growing, while De Gea will be between the posts.

Runjaic could reintroduce the eleven that overcame Napoli in the last round. In this case, Bertola would be confirmed at full-back, with Kristensen ready to complete the defensive trio. In the midfield, Piotrowski and Ekkelenkamp should flank director Karlstrom, while in attack Zaniolo would act behind Davis, the Bianconeri’s advanced reference.

Probable lineups

Fiorentina (3-5-2): De Gea; Marì, Pongracic, Ranieri; Dodo, Sohm, Fagioli, Mandragora, Parisi; Kean, Gudmundsson. All. Vanoli

Udinese (3-5-2): Okoye; Kristensen, Kabasele, Solet; Zanoli, Piotrowski, Karlstrom, Ekkelenkamp, Bertola; Zaniolo, Davis. All. Runjaic