Fiorentina’s coach Raffaele Palladino reflects on their surprising success and the excitement of facing Inter in a crucial match, highlighting the team’s ambition and the fans’ passion.
The match will take place at the Stadio Artemio Franchi at 17:00 GMT. Although the stadium is under construction and has limited seating, the energy from the fans is still strong after their recent victories.
Palladino expressed his happiness about the fans’ joy and enthusiasm. He knows that they are up against the current champions, which will be a tough challenge. However, he sees this as a chance to test how far the team has come.
Fiorentina’s Moise Kean will lead the team after resting during a recent match. Some players, like Albert Gudmundsson and Lucas Martinez Quarta, are not fully fit and will start on the bench. Amir Richardson is also unavailable.
Palladino emphasized the need for a strong performance, focusing on teamwork in both attack and defense. He acknowledged Inter’s skill in both defending and attacking, noting their ability to change the game quickly. Despite this, he believes Fiorentina can create opportunities to impress their fans.
Palladino’s journey with Fiorentina started off rocky, especially with the early Europa Conference League matches. However, he feels he has now settled in well.
When asked if he expected to be in this position at the start of the season, he admitted he did not. He praised his players for their ambition and expressed gratitude for their hard work, which has led them to this exciting moment. He hopes to celebrate this special night with a victory.
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