Match preview

Lecce head into this clash under heavy pressure, both mentally and in terms of results. The Giallorossi have lost four straight matches, most recently a 0-2 defeat to Bologna, which has dragged them back into the relegation zone. This downturn comes shortly after a more promising spell, making the drop in form even more concerning. Their biggest issue remains the attack — just one goal scored across this losing run, and overall they rank among the least productive sides across Europe’s top leagues.

Another major concern is their inability to respond after falling behind. Lecce have collected only a single point from losing positions all season, highlighting a clear lack of resilience. Once they concede, both structure and confidence tend to collapse, a pattern that has been evident in recent performances.

Fiorentina, in contrast, arrive with growing confidence despite their Conference League exit. A 2-1 win over Crystal Palace in the return leg helped restore morale, and in Serie A they are unbeaten in five matches, including a narrow 1-0 victory over Lazio. This run has pushed the Viola away from danger and put them firmly in control of their fate heading into the final stretch.

Importantly, Fiorentina have shown clear improvement in efficiency. Over the last nine league rounds, they have significantly increased their points return, second only to Napoli and Inter in that period. Back-to-back 1-0 wins underline their ability to grind out results, and against a Lecce side struggling for goals, that pragmatic approach could once again prove decisive.

Probable lineups

Lecce: Falcone, Veiga, Siebert, Gabriel, Gallo, Ramadani, Koulibaly, Pierotti, Gandelman, Banda, Stulić.

Fiorentina: De Gea, Dodo, Pongračić, Ranieri, Gosens, Ndour, Fagioli, Mandragora, Solomon, Piccoli, Gudmundsson.

Match facts and head-to-head

Lecce are on a four-match losing streak in Serie A, including a 0-2 loss to Bologna.

Fiorentina are unbeaten in five league games and recently beat Lazio 1-0.

Fiorentina have won three of their last five away matches against Lecce, with an aggregate score of 13-5.

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