Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Bologna vs Fiorentina match as part of the Italy - Serie A tournament.
Match events:
| 17' | C. Ndour Goal Disallowed - offside | |||
| 19' | R. Mandragora (0 - 1) Assist: A. Gudmundsson | |||
| E. Holm Foul | 38' | |||
| 45' | R. Piccoli (0 - 2) | |||
| G. Fabbian / J. Odgaard | 46' | |||
| J. Rowe / R. Orsolini | 46' | |||
| N. Zortea / E. Holm | 46' | |||
| N. Moro / R. Freuler | 46' | |||
| 72' | M. Brescianini / R. Mandragora | |||
| 72' | M. Solomon / A. Gudmundsson | |||
| 72' | S. Sohm / C. Ndour | |||
| L. Ferguson / T. Pobega | 72' | |||
| J. Miranda | 77' | |||
| 80' | N. Fortini / F. Parisi | |||
| G. Fabbian (1 - 2) Assist: J. Rowe | 88' | |||
| L. Ferguson Roughing | 90' | |||
| 90+4' | L. Ranieri / N. Fagioli |
The Serie A clash between Bologna and Fiorentina promises to be an exciting encounter as both teams look to secure vital points in the league. With Bologna fighting to bolster their mid-table position and Fiorentina aiming for European contention, this match is crucial for both sides. The stakes are high as they meet at the iconic Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, making it a must-watch for fans across the globe.
Kick-off: 18.01.2026, 14:00 UTC / 17:00 MSKStadium: Stadio Renato Dall'Ara
Competition: Italy - Serie A
Match Preview
Bologna enters this matchup with a blend of determination and optimism, having secured a handful of impressive results in the recent fixtures. However, inconsistency has plagued their season, with a tendency to drop points against lower-ranked teams. Under the management of Thiago Motta, they will be looking to exploit their home advantage and capitalize on the pressure faced by Fiorentina.
Fiorentina, on the other hand, boasts a more stable form and currently sits in a favorable position in the Serie A standings. Manager Vincenzo Italiano has instilled a solid tactical discipline among his squad, making them difficult to break down defensively. However, they will be wary of Bologna's attacking capabilities, especially in their home environment, which has been known to inspire competitive displays.
Team Form and Analysis
Bologna
Bologna's defensive setup has been commendable lately, with the backline working cohesively to shut down threats from their opponents. However, they must sharpen their attacking edge, which has shown signs of struggle at times. Key players like Marko Arnautović will need to step up and convert chances into goals. The team is relatively healthy, with minor injury concerns, allowing Motta to pick from a full-strength squad going into this pivotal matchup.
Fiorentina
Fiorentina's attack has been their hallmark this season, with players like Nicolás González and Dusan Vlahovic rewarded for their contributions in front of goal. The side's defense, spearheaded by the experienced Nikola Milenković, has also seen a boost in performance, making them hard to break through. However, they may be without a couple of key figures due to fitness issues, which could compromise their tactical strategy. Fiorentina will look to maintain possession and exploit any openings left by Bologna's defense.
Predicted Starting Lineups
- Bologna (3-5-2): Skorupski; Theate, Soumaoro, Bonifazi; De Silvestri, Domínguez, Soriano, Schouten, Hickey; Arnautović, Barrow
- Fiorentina (4-3-3): Terracciano; Odriozola, Milenković, Nastasić, Biraghi; Bonaventura, Torreira, Duncan; González, Vlahovic, Callejón