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Serie A Thriller: Como Edges Fiorentina 2-1 in Stoppage Time

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Como Vs Fiorentina
Como stun Fiorentina with last-gasp winner



Rolando Mandragora's early goal proves insufficient for Fiorentina as Marc-Oliver Kempf and Jayden Addai secure a thrilling comeback victory for Como.


Moise Kean was influential in the attack, threatening to double Fiorentina's lead with a powerful run...


In a stunning turn of events, Como 1907 snatched a late victory against Fiorentina, winning the match 2-1. Jayden Addai scored the winning goal in the 94th minute, securing a crucial win for his team. This dramatic comeback kept Fiorentina winless in Serie A this season, with La Viola now level on points with the relegation zone.


Fiorentina's slow start to the campaign has been a major concern, with the team failing to score before the hour mark in each of their previous four matches across all competitions. Their struggles were evident again in this match, as they conceded two goals and were unable to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Despite their efforts, Fiorentina remains without a win in Serie A this season.


Rolando Mandragora ended the scoreless streak in the sixth minute with a stunning volley into the bottom corner. The goal came from a clever rebound off his own free-kick, giving Fiorentina the early advantage.


Moise Kean was influential in the attack, threatening to double Fiorentina's lead with a powerful run at the Como defense. However, his effort sailed over the bar. Como struggled to create clear-cut chances, with Alvaro Morata and Nico Paz failing to trouble the Fiorentina goalkeeper with wayward shots.


As the first half progressed, Como began to gain momentum and foothold in the game. Despite this, they found it challenging to create scoring opportunities against Fiorentina's solid defense.


Cesc Fabregas, Como's manager, was visibly frustrated in stoppage time when VAR overturned a penalty awarded for a foul on Maximo Perrone. The decision was made because the contact began outside the penalty box, denying Como a potential scoring opportunity.


Key Players to Watch

  • Moise Kean (Fiorentina): The striker has been a key player for Fiorentina, leading the team's attack with 19 goals last season. His performance in this match was crucial, but ultimately, he couldn't secure a win for his team.
  • Nico Paz (Como): The talented midfielder has been a key component of Como's attack, providing creativity and goal-scoring ability. His performance in this match was instrumental in setting up scoring opportunities for his team.
  • Jayden Addai (Como): The 20-year-old midfielder scored the winning goal in the 94th minute, securing a dramatic comeback victory for his team. Addai has been a key player for Como, providing crucial contributions to the team's success.


Despite trailing at halftime and having only one of their previous eight games produce over 2.5 goals, Como came out aggressively in the second half. Their efforts were almost rewarded when Sergi Roberto hit the bar with a powerful shot, but it was tipped over by Fiorentina goalkeeper David de Gea's impressive save, keeping the score unchanged for the moment.


David de Gea made a crucial save in the second half, tipping Sergi Roberto's rasping effort over the bar. This save kept Fiorentina's hopes alive and showcased De Gea's exceptional goalkeeping skills, which were also on display earlier in the match when he saved shots from Álvaro Morata and Nico Paz.


In the 65th minute, Marc-Oliver Kempf powered home a header from Nico Paz's inviting free-kick, leveling the score for Como. This goal marked Kempf's first-ever goal for the club and shifted the momentum in favor of the visitors.


Como continued to press their advantage in the closing stages. Jesus Rodriguez had a chance to put them ahead but curled his shot wide. David de Gea made a crucial save on Paz's venomous drive, but he couldn't stop Addai's winner at the near post, securing a 2-1 victory for Como.


Jayden Addai's winning goal was a fitting end to the match for Como 1907, showcasing his influence since coming off the bench. The Dutchman skillfully cut in from the right and scored his first goal for Como, securing a 2-1 victory over Fiorentina.


This win marked Como's second victory in six away league games on Sundays since gaining promotion last year. Meanwhile, Fiorentina boss Stefano Pioli faces increasing pressure after suffering his third successive home Serie A defeat across his two tenures as manager. Pioli recently returned to Fiorentina after a stint with Al-Nassr in the Saudi Pro League.


Pioli's appointment as Fiorentina's head coach was met with optimism, given his successful stint with AC Milan, where he won the Serie A title in 2021-2022. However, the team's recent performance has raised concerns about his ability to replicate that success at Fiorentina. With three consecutive home defeats, Pioli will need to quickly turn things around to alleviate the pressure.



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