Fiorentina will face Como on Tuesday, January 27, in the Round of 16 of the Coppa Italia 2025-26. The match is set to take place at the Stadio Artemio Franchi, starting at 14:00 (CDMX time).
The two teams enter the match under different circumstances, particularly in Serie A standings. A notable development is the absence of Nico Paz, Como’s key player and one of Italy’s standout stars, from the starting lineup.
Cesc Fàbregas, Como’s coach, opted to leave Nico Paz on the bench for this cup match, making strategic decisions aimed at managing player fatigue. The last time Paz started as a substitute was on January 3, during a Serie A encounter against Udinese.
Over the course of the season, Paz has made 23 appearances for Como, scoring 8 goals and providing 6 assists, establishing himself as a crucial figure in the team. In addition to Paz, Fàbregas has also decided to rest other notable players, including Máximo Perrone and Martin Baturina.
As the competition heats up, Fiorentina and Como will battle for a spot in the quarterfinals of the Coppa Italia, with the winner set to face Napoli, who secured their place after defeating Cagliari in the Round of 16.
The fans are hopeful for an exciting match as Fiorentina looks to capitalize on their home advantage while Como aims to create an upset and advance further in the tournament.