Fiorentina Edges Past Genoa 2-1 in Intense Serie A Encounter

Fiorentina clinched their second straight victory in Serie A, overcoming a resilient Genoa side 2-1 in a closely contested match. The win propels Fiorentina level on points with Lazio and just one point behind fourth-placed Juventus.

The home team’s victory was secured through a spectacular acrobatic goal from Kean and a classic strike against his former club by Gudmundsson. Despite a strong second-half performance from Genoa, including a goal from De Winter, Fiorentina managed to hold on for the three points.

The match began with controversy as an early penalty claim for Fiorentina was overturned after VAR review. The deadlock was broken in the 9th minute when Kean executed a stunning bicycle kick reminiscent of Ibrahimovic’s famous goal for LA Galaxy.

Gudmundsson doubled Fiorentina’s lead on the half-hour mark with a deflected shot following a cross from Gosens. Genoa fought back after the break, with De Winter heading in from a corner to reduce the deficit.

The visitors pressed hard for an equalizer, with De Winter coming close again, only to be denied by a reflexive save from De Gea. Fiorentina also had chances to extend their lead, with Dodo’s header cleared off the line by Vasquez.

Despite late pressure from Genoa, Fiorentina’s defense held firm to secure a vital win in their pursuit of European qualification spots.