Match preview

Fiorentina head into the second leg still feeling the impact of their heavy 0-3 loss in London. Despite showing flashes of promise in that match, Paolo Vanoli’s side fell apart at key moments, with Crystal Palace capitalizing on every defensive lapse.

Back in Florence, however, the atmosphere is expected to lift the hosts. The Viola have shown they can raise their level at home, even in a challenging season. Recent results — including a 1-0 win over Lazio, a 1-1 draw with Inter, and similar stalemates against Milan and Juventus — suggest they are capable of producing a far more aggressive and confident performance here.

Crystal Palace travel to Italy in strong condition, carrying both momentum and composure. Glasner’s team controlled the first leg with authority and followed it up with a 2-1 win over Newcastle, once again demonstrating their ability to absorb pressure and strike at decisive moments.

Importantly, Palace remain dangerous away from home. Their attack continues to deliver with efficiency, and players like Ismaïla Sarr thrive in open spaces. Rather than being intimidated by a hostile crowd, the visitors are likely to benefit from it, as it creates opportunities for quick counter-attacks.

Probable lineups

Fiorentina: De Gea, Dodo, Pongracic, Ranieri, Gosens, Fagioli, Mandragora, N'Dour, Solomon, Gudmundsson, Harrison

Crystal Palace: Henderson, Richards, Lacroix, Kanwo, Muñoz, Wharton, Kamada, Mitchell, Pino, Sarr, Mateta

Match facts and head-to-head

Crystal Palace won the first leg 3-0.

Fiorentina beat Lazio 1-0 before this match, while Palace defeated Newcastle 2-1.

Palace have failed to score away in regulation only once since early January, with Sarr contributing seven of their last ten away goals.

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