Monza take on the visitors Fiorentina in the round 20 match of Italian Serie A. The match will be played on Monday, January 13th at Brianteo (Monza).
Monza still struggles despite a coaching change. The "Red and Whites" remain in turmoil, even after recent managerial adjustments. This club, Silvio Berlusconi's final football project, made its Serie A debut under his watch. Monza, led by Raffaele Palladino during his first coaching stint, managed to secure its top-flight status with style in the 2023/24 season. However, Palladino’s departure to Fiorentina left Monza without direction. Alessandro Nesta, Palladino's successor, failed to lift the team, leaving them with just one victory and 10 points by Christmas, before Bologna humiliated them 4-0 in the cup. Salvatore Bocchetti took over but fared no better, starting with back-to-back 1-2 defeats against Parma and Cagliari. Monza’s performances this season are among the worst in Serie A, with defensive errors and a lack of attacking cohesion defining their struggles. Their inability to adapt to managerial changes has further complicated their fight to stay in the top flight.
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Fiorentina initially improved under Vincenzo Italiano, but the team hit a ceiling, losing UEFA Conference League finals in both 2023 and 2024 and finishing 8th in Serie A in consecutive seasons. Their new coach faced early difficulties, including penalty shootouts in European qualifiers against Puskás Akadémia. Fiorentina’s form picked up in international competitions, where they secured 13 points in the group stage and advanced to the playoffs. However, domestic results remain erratic. A shocking penalty shootout loss to Empoli in the Coppa Italia after a 2-2 draw was followed by three Serie A defeats and a disappointing 2-2 draw against Juventus. Despite their struggles, Fiorentina has shown glimpses of their potential, particularly in European competitions, where their organization and attacking quality have shone. However, their inability to maintain consistent domestic form has raised questions about their stability under new leadership.
The "Viola" have won three of the last six meetings with Monza, losing only once. The most recent clash in September ended in a 2-2 draw under Palladino’s management at Monza. While Fiorentina’s form is far from ideal, they are significantly stronger than Monza. Expect the visitors to claim victory, overcoming their recent domestic struggles.
Prediction for the match: Fiorentina to win.
