Serie A: Fiorentina vs Udinese – Match Preview and Lineup Predictions
Fiorentina will host Udinese at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on December 23rd in a crucial Serie A clash. The match kicks off at 18:30 CET as both sides look to climb the league table.
Fiorentina are expected to welcome back Albert Gudmundsson to the starting lineup after his return from injury. The Icelandic forward will be keen to make an impact as Fiorentina aim to bounce back from their recent defeat to Bologna.
For Udinese, injuries to key players like Sande Lovric and Lautaro Giannetti have forced some changes to their usual lineup. Manager Kosta Runjaic is likely to start Arthur Atta in midfield and Isaak Touré in defense to cover for the absentees.
In goal for Udinese, 22-year-old Răzvan Sava is set to continue deputizing for the injured Maduka Okoye, who is sidelined long-term following wrist surgery.
Predicted Lineups:
Fiorentina (4-2-3-1): De Gea; Kayode, Comuzzo, Ranieri, Gosens; Cataldi, Adli; Colpani, Gudmundsson, Sottil; Kean
Udinese (3-5-2): Sava; Kristensen, Bijol, Touré; Ehizibue, Atta, Karlstrom, Ekkelenkamp, Zemura; Thauvin, Lucca
How to Watch:
The match will be available to stream live on OneFootball in the UK and Paramount+ in the USA.
With both teams eager for a positive result, this promises to be an exciting Serie A encounter as the league heads into the winter break.