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Genoa will take on a rejuvenated Fiorentina side at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris on Saturday in Serie A, as club football resumes after the international break.
The Grifone head into this fixture looking to secure their first league victory of the season and lift themselves out of the relegation zone.
Meanwhile, the visiting La Viola will hope to continue their newfound form since the appointment of their new manager.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Genoa vs. Fiorentina key stats
- Genoa have failed to win any of their first five Serie A matches this season, recording one draw and four defeats.
- Fiorentina have failed to keep a clean sheet in their opening five league fixtures this season.
- Fiorentina have remained unbeaten in their last five league trips to the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, with three wins and two draws.
Genoa vs. Fiorentina preview: Home team looking for first win of the season
Genoa vs. Fiorentina — Tale of the Tape
| Genoa | vs | Fiorentina |
|---|---|---|
| 19th | Position | 17th |
| 1 | Points | 4 |
| 3 | Goals For | 6 |
| 10 | Goals Against | 12 |
| 0 | Clean Sheets | 0 |
| 18th | Home / Away Rank | 12th |
Genoa entered the international break just one point above the bottom of the table after a 2-1 defeat to Parma.
The defeat extended their winless start to five matches, consisting of one draw and four losses.
The hosts also failed to take advantage of the international break, as they lost 2-0 to FC Rapid Bucuresti in a friendly game.
Daniele De Rossi will remain hopeful that his side can once again fight their way out of trouble, as they did last season.
Finding goals at home has been a particular problem for Genoa. They have scored only twice at Ferraris in Serie A this season.
Also, their last five home league games have produced no victories, with four losses and one draw.
With those numbers showing little sign of improvement, De Rossi's side face another difficult challenge against Fiorentina.
The visitors, meanwhile, should arrive in better spirits despite sitting 17th in the standings after five games.
Fiorentina earned a 1-1 draw against Napoli in their most recent league outing before the international break.
The stalemate extended their unbeaten run since Paolo Vanoli returned as head coach to three competitive matches, with two wins and one draw.
Fiorentina's recent away record provides encouragement too, with the Viola winning four of their last seven Serie A trips, drawing once and losing twice.
Both defeats came against league leaders Roma, leaving Fiorentina with plenty of reason to believe they can continue their improved run at Ferrari.
Genoa vs. Fiorentina form guide & betting tips
| Genoa | vs | Fiorentina |
|---|---|---|
LLLDL |
Form | LLLWD |
| 1 | Points | 4 |
| 19th | Form Table | 17th |
| 3 | Goals For | 6 |
| 10 | Goals Against | 12 |
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Form (All Comps) | LLWWD |
Whispers predicts: Genoa 1-2 Fiorentina
Genoa enter this clash completely devoid of confidence and face a difficult task against a Fiorentina side that have improved on their performance.
We predict a tight game with a 2-1 scoreline in favour of the visitors.
Fiorentina possess more of an advantage based on their form and their record against Genoa, having remained unbeaten in their last 11 league encounters.
Ahead of this clash, the bookmakers have tipped Fiorentina as slight favourites to win at 13/10 (2.30) at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris.
A draw is valued at 9/4 (3.25), while a home victory for Genoa is offered at 2/1 (3.00), making the hosts the underdogs despite their home advantage.
For over 2.5 goals, it is priced at 1/1 (2.00), and both teams to score (yes) is available at 3/4 (1.75).
Also, a first-half draw is offered at 11/10 (2.10), and an away team double chance is given at 4/11 (1.36).
> Away team double chance at 4/11 (1.36) | Likelihood: Possible
> Over 2.5 goals at 1/1 (2.00) | Likelihood: Probable
> Both teams to score at 3/4 (1.75) | Likelihood: Probable
> First-half draw at 11/10 (2.10) | Likelihood: Probable