Mainz vs. Fiorentina: Conference League Matchday 3 Line-ups
Fiorentina makes their debut under caretaker manager Daniele Galloppa as they face Mainz in the Conference League. The match kicks off at the Mainz Arena at 17:45 GMT. Live updates are available covering this game alongside Rangers-Roma and Bologna-Brann.
Fiorentina's Situation
Following a disappointing start in Serie A with three draws in ten matches, Fiorentina ended Stefano Pioli’s brief tenure. Despite their league struggles leaving them at the bottom of the table, Fiorentina has shown stronger form in the Conference League with wins against Sigma Olomouc (2-0) and Rapid Vienna (3-0).
While awaiting the appointment of a new head coach, Primavera youth team boss Daniele Galloppa takes charge for this game. He will miss key players Robin Gosens and Tariq Lamptey due to injury. The squad features rotation, with Roberto Piccoli and Jacopo Fazzini leading the attack, supported by Simon Sohm, Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, and Cher Ndour in midfield.
Mainz's Form and Line-up
Mainz has a similar domestic record with one win and two draws from nine Bundesliga matches. However, like Fiorentina, they remain unbeaten in the Conference League, having narrowly defeated Omonia Nicosia and Zrinjski Mostar 1-0.
Maxim Leitsch is affected by flu symptoms and is doubtful, while Maxim Dal and Anthony Caci are out long-term.
“Fiorentina pulled the plug on Stefano Pioli’s brief reign after scraping three draws in 10 Serie A rounds, leaving them rock bottom.”
“The Germans earned 1-0 victories over both Omonia Nicosia and Zrinjski Mostar.”
Summary: Both Fiorentina and Mainz face challenges in their domestic leagues but have demonstrated winning momentum in the Conference League, entering this match with new leadership and key players missing.