Jagiellonia Faces Fiorentina in Conference League Play-Offs
ACF Fiorentina is set to face Jagiellonia in the UEFA Europa Conference League play-offs. This crucial away match will take place at Chorten Arena in Bialystok, Poland, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 GMT (21:00 CET).
Match Preview: Jagiellonia vs. Fiorentina
The Fiorentina squad is facing several challenges ahead of the match. Key players such as David De Gea and Manor Solomon are sidelined due to injuries and health issues. De Gea dislocated a finger, while Solomon is dealing with flu symptoms. Albert Gudmundsson is also unavailable for the next few weeks due to injury.
Additionally, Moise Kean and Dodo are not fully fit to participate. Marco Brescianini, Oliver Christensen, and Daniele Rugani are not on the UEFA squad list, which further restricts squad options. As a result, goalkeeper Luca Lezzerini will make just his second appearance in UEFA competitions, ten years after his first outing with the club.
Focus on Squad Rotation
Fiorentina’s manager, Paolo Vanoli, will have to utilize squad rotation to maintain focus on their Serie A campaign, where avoiding relegation is a priority. Despite their struggles in the league, the team has shown promise in their recent Conference League performances.
Line-Up Details
Fiorentina’s starting eleven for the match includes:
- Goalkeeper: Luca Lezzerini
- Defenders: Fortini, Comuzzo, Ranieri, Gosens
- Midfielders: Mandragora, Harrison, Ndour, Fabbian, Fazzini
- Forward: Roberto Piccoli
On the bench, Fiorentina has Leonardelli, Magalotti, Pongracic, Fagioli, Kouadio, Braschi, Balbo, Bonanno, Deli, Parisi, Sadotti, and Bertolini.
Jagiellonia’s Challenges
Jagiellonia will also miss key players, including their top scorer Afimico Pululu, who is suspended along with Taras Romanczuk. This handicap could affect their chances against a determined Fiorentina side.
Looking Ahead
After the initial leg in Poland, the two teams will clash again in the return fixture at Fiorentina’s home ground, Stadio Artemio Franchi, the following Thursday, February 26. Both teams will be eager to secure a spot in the next round of the Conference League.
Fans can follow all the action of the game and live updates through El-Balad’s coverage.
