In an eagerly anticipated Coppa Italia semi-final first leg, Fiorentina is set to host Atalanta BC at Stadio Artemio Franchi on the night of April 3, 2024. This clash comes shortly after their league encounter was postponed due to the unfortunate passing of Fiorentina director Joe Barone, adding an emotional layer to the upcoming fixture.
Both teams are eyeing a spot in the final, with Fiorentina looking to amend last year's defeat and Atalanta aiming for their first final appearance since 2021.
Current Form
Fiorentina's Current Form
Fiorentina's journey under Vincenzo Italiano this season has been a rollercoaster, placing them 10th in Serie A, with Atalanta six places ahead.
Despite their league struggles, Fiorentina has found solace in the Coppa Italia, reaching the semi-finals under Italiano's tenure for the third consecutive year.
However, they approach this match with a recent dip in form, having not won in their last three outings.
Atalanta's Current Form
Contrastingly, Atalanta heads into this fixture with an unbeaten streak from their last four matches, including impressive performances in both domestic and European competitions.
This form suggests a resilience that could pose significant challenges for Fiorentina.
Team News
Fiorentina Team News
Fiorentina may benefit from a fully fit squad, with Oliver Christensen as the only recent absentee.
His potential unavailability might not heavily impact the squad, given the depth available to Italiano.
Atalanta Team News
Atalanta, however, faces uncertainty over the fitness of Giorgio Scalvini and Davide Zappacosta after both sustained injuries in their recent victory over Napoli.
Charles De Ketelaere remains sidelined, further complicating Gian Piero Gasperini's selection choices.
Key Players
Fiorentina's Key Players
For Fiorentina, the spotlight will be on their attacking options, with players like Jonathan Ikone and Christian Kouame expected to lead their offensive line. Their performances could be crucial in breaking down Atalanta's defence.
Atalanta's Key Players
Atalanta's hopes may rest on the shoulders of Teun Koopmeiners and Luis Muriel, whose ability to influence the game from midfield and attack respectively, will be vital in their quest for victory.
Scoreline Prediction
Considering the recent forms and historical meetings between the two, this match promises to be closely contested.
With Fiorentina's strong semi-final record but poor recent form, and Atalanta's solid recent performances, a draw seems a likely outcome.
Expect a tight match, with us predicting a scoreline of Fiorentina 1-1 Atalanta.
FAQ
What time does the match start? The match is scheduled for 8 pm UK time on April 3, 2024.
Where is the match being played? It will be held at Stadio Artemio Franchi.
Have these teams met before? Yes, they have faced each other several times, with mixed results in recent encounters.
What's at stake? A spot in the Coppa Italia final.
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