As the Serie A season continues to heat up, Roma and Fiorentina are set to clash in a match that carries more weight for the hosts than their visitors. While Fiorentina may not have much on the line, they've thrown a mild surprise into the lineup, keeping fans on their toes.

Gian Piero Gasperini has opted for consistency, sticking with a familiar Roma formation. Paulo Dybala is healthy but lacks the fitness to start, so he'll begin on the bench—a smart move to preserve his energy for a potential impact later. The rest of the lineup is as expected, with Roma deploying a 3-4-2-1 formation featuring Svilar in goal, a defensive trio of Hermoso, Ndicka, and Mancini, and a midfield anchored by Wesley, Koné, Cristante, and Çelik. Up front, Pisilli and Soulé will support lone striker Malen.

On the other side, Paolo Vanoli has made a notable change, dropping Roland Mandragora in favor of Marco Brescianini in midfield. Meanwhile, Albert Guðmundsson gets another start at striker, stepping in for the unavailable Moise Kean and Roberto Piccoli. Fiorentina will line up in a 4-3-3 formation, with de Gea between the sticks and a back four of Gosens, Ranieri, Pongračić, and Dodô. The midfield trio features Brescianini, Fagioli, and Ndour, while Solomon, Guðmundsson, and Harrison lead the attack. For those hoping to see young Riccardo Braschi, he'll be waiting on the bench, ready to step in if Guðmundsson struggles again.

This matchup promises plenty of drama, especially with Roma pushing for a result and Fiorentina looking to play spoiler. Whether you're tuning in for the tactical battles or just to see how the Viola's surprise lineup performs, this is one you won't want to miss.

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