The Stadio Artemio Franchi in Florence is set to stage the clash between Fiorentina and Bologna in the Serie A on Sunday. La Viola have had a hard time getting their season going, with their last five games not being impressive.
They suffered a 2-1 defeat against the league leaders, AC Milan. However, despite their poor league form, they were able to get a 3-0 victory over Rapid Wien in the UEFA Europa League.
Meanwhile, the Rossoblu are enjoying a good start to the campaign, sitting fifth in the league standings after winning three games in a row. The visitors come into this fixture off the back of a 2-1 victory against FCSB in the Europa League.
Read our Fiorentina vs Bologna predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other Serie A predictions.
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Fiorentina vs Bologna prediction: La Viola to claim victory
Key statistics
- The Rossoblu have won their last two games in the Serie A.
- Three of their last five games have ended with over 1.5 goals scored.
- The Rossoblu have won by a 2-0 scoreline in one of their recent clashes.
Correct score prediction: Fiorentina 0-2 Bologna
Given Fiorentina's current struggles, particularly their inability to secure a league win this season, we predict a narrow 0-2 victory for Bologna.
The Violet have not had a good start this season and are very vulnerable at the back, which could be something Bologna exploits in this clash. We expect the visitors to clinch a win based on the form of their opponent.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Even odds given
- Home: 17/10 (2.70) – 37.0%
- Draw: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- Away: 17/10 (2.70) – 37.0%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Both sides enter this fixture with identical odds at 2.70, with roughly a 37% chance of victory each. The draw, priced at 3.10 (32.3%), also appears highly possible. This suggests a tight contest in Florence, with little to separate Fiorentina and Bologna ahead of kickoff.
Most recent head-to-head: Napoli dominate previous encounters
There has been a balance in the last five games between Fiorentina and Bologna. Both teams have secured three victories each over this period, with one draw separating them. The most recent league match between the two sides was a narrow 3-2 home victory for Fiorentina in May 2025.
Italy Serie A 18/05/25
Fiorentina
Bologna
Italy Serie A 15/12/24
Bologna
Fiorentina
Italy Serie A 14/02/24
Bologna
Fiorentina
Coppa Italia 09/01/24
Fiorentina
Bologna
Italy Serie A 12/11/23
Fiorentina
Bologna
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Fiorentina preview: Several key players to miss the clash
Stefano Pioli’s side is having some players missing for the clash. Tariq Lamptey and Christian Kouame remain the confirmed absentees for the Viola, though the latter has recently returned to full training following his ACL injury. Amir Richardson is also a concern as he continues to deal with a back issue.
Predicted lineup: De Gea (GK), Pongracic, Mari, Ranieri, Dodo, Mandragora, Nicolussi Caviglia, Gosens, Fazzini, Gudmundsson & Kean
Last five fixtures
- 23.10.25 – SK Rapid 0 – 3 Fiorentina
- 19.10.25 – AC Milan 2 – 1 Fiorentina
- 05.10.25 – Fiorentina 1 – 2 AS Roma
- 02.10.25 – Fiorentina 2 – 0 Sigma Olomouc
- 28.09.25 – Pisa 0 – 0 Fiorentina
Bologna preview: Injury crisis in the team
Daniel Niccolini has a decent squad to pick from, with only Ciro Immobile being an absentee, leaving Italiano with a nearly full squad and plenty of options to choose from across the pitch.
Predicted lineup: Skorupski (GK), Holm, Vitik, Lucumi, Miranda, Freuler, Ferguson, Orsolini, Odgaard, Cambiaghi & Castro
Last five fixtures
- 23.10.25 – FCSB 1 – 2 Bologna
- 19.10.25 – Cagliari 0 – 2 Bologna
- 05.10.25 – Bologna 4 – 0 Pisa
- 02.10.25 – Bologna 1 – 1 Freiburg
- 28.09.25 – Lecce 2 – 2 Bologna
Player to watch: Riccardo Orsolini
Riccardo Orsolini has played a key role in Bologna’s form this season and he has to be watched by Fiorentina defenders. The forward has scored six goals and provided one assist in all competitions this season. His goal-scoring form is part of what keeps his team going and he will be looking to increase his goal-scoring tally against Fiorentina.