Como Poised to Punish Struggling Fiorentina in Coppa Italia

Coppa Italia  -  Fiorentina VS Como
Match Time:28-01-2026 04:00 Wednesday (GMT+8)
Football Livescore | Match Prediction & Tips
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Fiorentina hosts Como in a Coppa Italia last-16 tie with both teams arriving in sharply contrasting form. The Viola are struggling in the Serie A relegation zone and desperately need momentum. Como, meanwhile, are flying high and pushing for European qualification, with a quarter-final against Napoli at stake.

Team Analysis:
Fiorentina return to Coppa Italia action still struggling near the bottom of Serie A after another damaging home defeat, leaving them desperate for a morale boost. They now face a confident Como side who arrive in Florence in excellent form, having already won twice there this season and recently delivered emphatic league victories. With European ambitions and strong momentum behind them, Como enter the tie as favorites to reach the quarter-finals.

Player Situation:
Fiorentina may reshuffle their attack again due to injuries and recent departures, with several January signings pushing for more minutes ahead of a demanding league schedule. Rotation is also expected, as the squad looks to balance freshness with stability after recent setbacks. Como are likely to make changes as well, resting key scorers while relying on their depth and experienced options to maintain momentum.

Result Prediction:
Fiorentina may struggle to focus fully on the Coppa Italia as they juggle Serie A survival and Conference League ambitions. Their poor home record adds to the challenge. Como, in contrast, are strong on the road and can score from multiple players, giving them the advantage.

Predicted Result: Fiorentina 1-2 Como.