Fiorentina vs Rakow: Match Analysis and Statistics
Delve into the detailed match analysis and statistics of the thrilling encounter between Fiorentina and Rakow.
The match report for Fiorentina vs RakowFIORENTINA-RAKOW 2-1FIORENTINA (4-3-3): Christensen; Fortini (68' Dodô), Comuzzo, Ranieri, Gosens (58' Harrison); Fabbian, Mandragora (82' Fagioli), Ndour; Parisi, Piccoli (82' Braschi), Fazzini (58' Gudmundsson). Coach: Vanoli.RAKOW (3-4-3): Zych; Tudor, Racovitan, Svarnas; Ameyaw, Struski (69' Bulat) , Repka, Pienko (58' Arsenic); Makuch, Brunes ( 79'Rocha), Lopez (58' Diaby-Fadiga). Coach: Tomczyk.REFEREE: Kabakov (Bulgaria).GOALS: 60' Brunes, 62' Ndour, 92' Gudmundsson (penalty).BOOKINGS: Struski (R), Tudor (R), Parisi (F)SENT OFF:
Fiorentina's Tactical Setup
Fiorentina lined up in a structured 4-3-3 formation with Christensen in goal, supported by a backline of Fortini, Comuzzo, Ranieri, and Gosens. The midfield trio of Fabbian, Mandragora, and Ndour provided stability and creativity, while Parisi, Piccoli, and Fazzini formed the attacking trio upfront.
Rakow's Formation and Players
Rakow opted for a 3-4-3 formation, with Zych guarding the goal and a defensive line of Tudor, Racovitan, and Svarnas. Ameyaw, Struski, Repka, and Pienko controlled the midfield, while Makuch, Brunes, and Lopez led the attacking line.
Key Moments and Goals
The match witnessed significant drama as Brunes opened the scoring for Rakow in the 60th minute, only for Ndour to level the score for Fiorentina just two minutes later. Gudmundsson sealed the victory for Fiorentina with a crucial penalty in the 92nd minute.
Discipline and Refereeing
Struski and Tudor from Rakow, as well as Parisi from Fiorentina, found themselves in the referee's book with yellow cards. However, no players were sent off during the match, with Kabakov officiating the game efficiently.
