Match Overview

The Matchday 5 fixture between Pisa and Fiorentina is scheduled for September 28 at the Arena Garibaldi. This article provides a comprehensive prediction, analysis, and key statistics for the Pisa vs Fiorentina encounter.

Pisa’s Current Form and Statistics

Alberto Gilardino’s squad put up a respectable fight against Napoli in the previous round, eventually succumbing to a 2-3 defeat on their home turf. This loss marked Pisa’s third consecutive defeat in the championship, and it was the first time this season that the team conceded more than one goal. With just one point, the club currently sits in the penultimate position in the league table.

• The team has remained unbeaten in 24 of their last 28 home matches in and Serie B (17 wins, 7 draws).
• The club conceded exactly 1 or 2 goals in 8 of their last 10 home league matches.
• Pisa players have found the back of the net in 12 of their last 15 matches across and Serie B.

Pisa’s Probable Lineup (3-5-2)*

Adrian Semper – Simone Canestrelli, Antonio Caracciolo, Matheus Luzoardi – Giovanni Bonfanti, Michel Aebischer, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Marius Marin, Mehdi Leris – Mbala Nzola, Stefano Moreo.

Fiorentina’s Current Form and Statistics

In the previous round, Stefano Pioli’s side suffered a 1-2 home defeat to Como. As a result, Fiorentina remains without a victory in the current season, having recorded 2 draws and 2 losses. Furthermore, the team has not managed to score more than one goal in any match this season. With two points earned, the Florentines are currently in 17th place in the league standings.

• The club has failed to win in 8 of their last 10 away matches in (3 draws, 5 losses).
• The team conceded exactly 1 or 2 goals in 13 of their last 14 previous away league matches.
• Fiorentina has not scored more than one goal in 7 of their last 10 away matches.

Fiorentina’s Probable Lineup (3-5-2)*

David De Gea – Tariq Lamptey, Marin Pongracic, Luca Ranieri – Dodô, Jacopo Fazzini, Rolando Mandragora, Hans Nicolussi Caviglia, Robin Gosens – Roberto Piccoli, Moise Kean.

Team News

Defender Tariq Lamptey and forward Christian Kouame are unavailable due to injuries.

Match Official: Gianluca Manganiello

Gianluca Manganiello (Italy)

Matches officiated – 19 (, 2024/25–2025/26);

Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 58;

Average yellow cards per match – 3;

Red cards shown – 3;

Average fouls per match – 25;

Penalties awarded – 21%.

Main Match Prediction: Pisa vs Fiorentina

The newcomers are facing a tough start to the season, yet Pisa battles fiercely for points in every match. The team prioritizes solid defensive play and offers few opportunities to their opponents; this season, they have only conceded more than one goal when playing away at Napoli. Furthermore, during their Serie B campaign last season, Pisa conceded a maximum of one goal in 15 of their 19 home fixtures.

In the four rounds of the current championship, Fiorentina has only managed to score three goals. Their away goal-scoring record is also unconvincing: in their last ten away matches in , the Florentines scored more than once in only three encounters. Notably, in two of these matches, their opponents were Verona and Udinese, teams not known for particularly strong defensive performances.

Considering these factors, I believe Pisa will once again deliver a robust defensive performance and will not concede more than one goal. My prediction is: Fiorentina Total Goals Under 1.5.

Author: Dmitry Shchurko

* For each team, the starting lineup from their previous match in this tournament is indicated.