The historic Stadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris in Genoa is the battleground for a vital Serie A fixture as Genoa host Fiorentina for this Matchday 11 clash. The home side, Genoa, have endured a difficult start to the season and currently sit precariously in the relegation zone (18th position). They are under new management with club legend Daniele De Rossi taking the reins following the sacking of Patrick Vieira. They face a struggling Fiorentina side, who are currently rooted to the bottom of the table (20th position), also under the guidance of a new, interim coach, Daniele Galloppa, following their own managerial change. This match is a genuine six-pointer in the fight to escape the bottom places, pitting two clubs desperate for a spark against each other in what promises to be a nervous, high-stakes encounter.
Match Details
This Sunday afternoon Serie A match is critical for both clubs’ survival prospects as they head towards the winter break.
DetailInformationCompetitionSerie A – Matchday 11DateSunday, November 9, 2025Kick-off2:00 PM UTC (3:00 PM CET / 2:00 PM GMT)VenueStadio Comunale Luigi Ferraris, Genoa, Italy
Team Form and Analysis for Genoa
Domestic Form and Managerial Change
Genoa have had a miserable start to the 2025/2026 Serie A season, currently occupying 18th position in the table with just 6 points from 10 matches. Their record stands at one win, three draws, and six defeats.
The Grifone have been struggling severely, enduring a run of seven games without a league win before their recent breakthrough. The club reacted by sacking manager Patrick Vieira and appointing club legend and former Roma star Daniele De Rossi. De Rossi will hope to galvanize the squad following their much-needed 2-1 away victory against Sassuolo in their last league outing, a result achieved under caretaker management. Genoa’s biggest issues have been their defence, which has conceded 14 goals (among the worst in the league), and their inability to convert chances at home, where they have only secured two points from their last three matches at the Ferraris. De Rossi’s immediate task is to tighten the back line and establish a more structured style of play.
Key Player: Ruslan Malinovskyi
Veteran midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi remains Genoa’s most creative and technically gifted player. While not a prolific scorer this season, his influence lies in his passing range, accurate set-piece delivery, and devastating long-range shooting ability. Given that the team’s attacking unit has struggled, Malinovskyi’s quality on the ball and experience will be vital for unlocking a defensively poor Fiorentina side and is one of the players the new manager will be relying on heavily.
Team Form and Analysis for Fiorentina
Domestic Form and Recent Struggles
Fiorentina are in a shocking run of form, sitting at the bottom of the table (20th position) with a mere 4 points from 10 matches. Their record stands at zero wins, four draws, and six defeats.
La Viola are currently enduring a winless streak of ten consecutive league matches, an alarming sequence that has led to the recent sacking of manager Stefano Pioli. Interim coach Daniele Galloppa takes the reins hoping to snap a streak of three consecutive defeats across all competitions, including a disappointing 2-1 away loss to Mainz 05 in the UEFA Conference League on Wednesday. Fiorentina’s primary issue has been a porous defence, which has conceded 16 goals, and an attack that has only mustered 7 goals—one of the lowest figures in the division. Despite their position, Fiorentina possesses considerable attacking talent, but a lack of confidence and cohesion is clearly affecting their performances, particularly away from home, where they have lost two of their last three.
Key Player: Rolando Mandragora
Midfielder Rolando Mandragora is one of the few Fiorentina players to have shown flashes of quality this season, and he currently leads the team’s scoring charts with two goals from central midfield. Mandragora’s leadership, his ability to break up play, and his powerful left-footed shots from outside the box will be key for the visitors. He will need to step up and control the midfield battle to give Fiorentina a fighting chance and provide a much-needed link between the defence and the misfiring forward line.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
The head-to-head record is heavily skewed in favour of the visitors, with Genoa struggling to secure wins in this fixture historically.
MetricGenoa WinsDrawsFiorentina WinsTotal Serie A Meetings424050Genoa Unbeaten Run vs Fiorentina (H2H)0 gamesFiorentina Wins in Last 5 Meetings4 wins1 draw
The overall Serie A history is in favour of Fiorentina, who have won 50 of the 132 meetings. Crucially, Genoa have failed to win any of their last eight league matches against Fiorentina. In the last five meetings across all competitions, Fiorentina have secured four wins and one draw. The most recent clash was a 2-0 victory for Fiorentina in Florence in February 2025. The last time the two sides met at the Ferraris, it ended in a 0-0 draw in October 2024.
Players to Watch
Genoa
Lorenzo Colombo (Striker): With one goal in his last three outings, the young striker will be key to Genoa’s attack. His tireless running and aerial presence will be vital for the home side, particularly if they revert to a more direct style of play under De Rossi.
Morten Frendrup (Midfielder): The Danish midfielder is a tenacious ball-winner and vital for Genoa’s engine room. His energy and defensive work rate will be essential for disrupting Fiorentina’s attempted build-up play and protecting the home defence.
Fiorentina
Moise Kean (Striker): The Italian international is Fiorentina’s joint-top scorer with two goals. His pace and positioning will be crucial against the Genoa defence. His ability to score from half-chances could be the difference-maker in a tight game.
Dodo (Defender): The Brazilian right-back provides a crucial attacking outlet with his overlapping runs and crossing ability. His performance will be key for providing width to the Fiorentina attack and creating opportunities for the forwards.
Prediction
This is a true relegation battle between two teams in crisis mode, both operating under the shadow of recent managerial changes. Genoa will have the advantage of playing at the Ferraris, where they traditionally draw upon strong fan support, and the psychological boost of De Rossi’s arrival. Fiorentina, despite their league position, possess a squad with higher perceived quality but are completely devoid of confidence. Given the history of low-scoring affairs between these two sides, the tension of a six-pointer, and the conservative approach often adopted by teams under new management, a draw is the most probable outcome. Both sides will prioritize avoiding defeat.
Score Prediction: Genoa 1-1 Fiorentina
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This Serie A fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms globally.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match is available to watch and stream live on DAZN. The coverage begins shortly before the 2:00 PM GMT kick-off.
In the United States (US), the match is available to watch and stream live on Paramount+, FOX Deportes, and Fubo TV. The kick-off time is 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT.
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