Conference League | Vitoria 1-1 Fiorentina: Match Report

Fiorentina battled to secure a 1-1 draw against Vitoria SC in the Conference League, with Rolando Mandragora scoring a late equalizer to salvage a point for the visitors. The match saw Vitoria dominate the first half, creating several opportunities that could have seen them take a commanding lead.

Gustavo Silva opened the scoring for Vitoria after capitalizing on a defensive error from Fiorentina. The hosts launched a swift counterattack, and Silva was perfectly positioned to tap in a low cross from close range. Despite their early advantage, Vitoria could have extended their lead before halftime, but Silva missed a golden chance, sending his shot over the bar from just six yards out while Fiorentina’s goalkeeper, Terracciano, was on the ground after making a save.

As the second half unfolded, Vitoria continued to press forward, with both Kaio Cesar and Silva testing Terracciano with powerful shots. However, they were unable to find the back of the net again.

Fiorentina’s persistence paid off late in the match when they finally found their equalizer. Following a corner kick, Dodo delivered a low cross across the goal mouth that caught Vitoria’s goalkeeper, Bruno Valera, off guard. Mandragora was quick to react at the back post, turning the ball in to level the score at 1-1.

In the dying moments of the game, there was a frantic scramble in the penalty area as Moise Kean sought to secure a late winner for Fiorentina. However, after a series of fouls in the box, the referee blew the whistle to end the match.

The draw resulted in both teams slipping one position in the Conference League standings. Vitoria now sits third with 14 points, while Fiorentina holds fourth place with 13 points.

Goals: Gustavo Silva (V) 33′, Mandragora (F) 87′

Vitoria: Varela; Alberto, J. Fernandes, Rivas, J. Mendes (67′ Samu); Tiago Silva (’80’ Handel), Silva, Saraiva; Cesar (90′ +3 Bica), Da Silva, Nuno Santos (80′ Arcanjo)

Fiorentina: Terracciano; Dodò, Martinez Quarta, Comuzzo (46′ Ranieri), Parisi (75′ Gosens); Richardson (46′ Adli), Mandragora; Ikoné  (57′ Colpani), Beltran, Gudmundsson (57′ Kean); Kouamé.

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