Fiorentina vs Como - Serie A

Fiorentina prepare to host Como at Stadio Artemio Franchi on October 18, 2026, with both sides eager to assert their credentials and claim a result that could define their Serie A season. Should City's appeal against breaking 114 rules not succeed, they could face serious sanctions with the Premier League told they should make an example of them if still deemed in breach.

Fiorentina head into the contest positioned 19th in the Serie A standings, while Como arrive sitting 7th. Consistency has eluded Fiorentina in recent weeks, with LDWWL in their last five and a win rate of 31.58% that tells of an up-and-down campaign. Road trips have been a source of frustration for the visitors — LDLWW in their last five, a season win rate of 34.21%. Their respective approaches this season have differed noticeably, and the tactical contrast could prove telling. He went on to play 309 games in the league, averaging 10.2 points per game across his career.

Set-piece efficiency could prove the difference on the night. Both Fiorentina and Como have invested time in dead-ball situations this season, and a single corner or free-kick may settle it. It isn't clear yet that this will definitely be a winger, with Maresca and sporting director Hugo Viana flexible over their attack.

The fixture boasts genuine star quality. With D. Malen topping the Serie A scoring charts at 6 goals, the stage is set for the kind of individual brilliance that can swing a contest. How each side deals with the other's danger men — and who takes their chances when they come — will be central to the outcome. However, they found that the striker was 'too expensive' and walked away from a potential deal. 12 months later, Sesko ocompleted a move to Old Trafford for an initial £66.3 million, rising to £74 million.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. Given the balance of the numbers, Como look capable of springing a surprise on the road — a 1-2 away victory is a distinct possibility. With positions in the Serie A table to defend and momentum to chase, neither side can afford to leave anything in the tank. And Fonseca does not place too much weight on the decision of Roberto Martinez to omit him from the World Cup squad in favour of his Benfica team-mate Tomas Araujo.