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The Fiorentina achieved an important result by drawing 1-1 against Vitoria Guimaraesa decisive match for the direct passage to the round of 16 of the Conference League without having to face the playoff round. With this draw, i viola consolidate their position in the final group stage standings, finishing in third place with 13 points. They scored Gustavo Silva for the Portuguese e Rolando Mandragorawhich got the guests back on track with just a few minutes left.
Developments of the match: from the lively start to the Vitoria goal
The game began with an intense study phase, in which the Fiorentina she was immediately the protagonist. Already in the 3rd minute the guests tried to build an offensive action thanks to a verticalization by Gudmundsson per How comewho, however, loses his balance in the area. On the opposite front, the Vitoria he took courage and came close to scoring in the 5th minute, when defensive uncertainty allowed him to Silva to attempt an overhead kick that grazed the goal. The Portuguese eleven did not stop, continuing to put pressure on the defense viola with dangerous conclusions.
The action that led to the 1-0 result resulted from a serious mistake by the Fiorentina at 33′. An erroneous pass allowed a Kaio Cesar to launch himself towards the opponent’s goal, from where he crossed for Gustavo Silvawho sealed the 1-0 with an easy tap-in from a few steps away. This goal had a significant impact on the progress of the match, increasing the tension between the two teams.
Fiorentina’s response and Mandragora’s equaliser
The second half saw the Fiorentina take to the field with a renewed determination. THE violaled by a double strategic change of Palladinohave brought out greater vitality, trying to reduce the distances. In the 42nd minute, the long-awaited equalizer finally arrived. On a free kick, Dodo he received the ball on the right side of the area and, with an excellent cross, he found it Mandrake. The former player of National he struck on the volley, scoring a goal that rekindled their hopes of progressing to the next stage.
Despite the goal, the Fiorentina had to face the final attempts of the Vitoriawhich has not stopped creating dangers, seeking victory and consolidating its position. A dangerous action took place in the last minutes, with Judicial who saved an opponent’s shot, keeping the score at 1-1.
The final ranking and Fiorentina’s path in the competition
With this draw, the Fiorentina closes the group in third place, accumulating 13 points, behind the Chelseawho leads with 18 points, and al Vitoria with 14. This result allows the formation Tuscany to avoid the playoff, thus obtaining direct access to the round of 16. The team showed good growth during the group stage, despite the difficulties faced in the matches, and is now ready to continue its journey in the European competition.
The prospects for the Fiorentina they are now oriented towards the new round, where they will prepare to challenge high-calibre opponents, aiming to demonstrate their value and trying to get through the round. The next commitments will be crucial for the continuation of their adventure in Conference Leaguean opportunity to establish itself at a European level and give moments of joy to its fans.
Last updated on December 19, 2024 by Donatella Ercolano
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