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Fiorentina Adapts Tactics Amid Lazio's Key Player Absences

1/8/2026

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Lazio's coach Maurizio Sarri is missing key players, including centerbacks Samuel Gigot and Patric, and forwards Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Boulaye Dia, who are at Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Fiorentina coach Paolo Vanoli may start Manor Solomon, shifting tactics to address defensive weaknesses.
The match is expected to be low-scoring as both teams struggle offensively.
The outcome hinges on Fiorentina's defensive coordination as they adapt to Lazio's unpredictable attacking style.

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Story summary

Lazio's coach Maurizio Sarri is missing key players, including centerbacks Samuel Gigot and Patric, and forwards Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Boulaye Dia, who are at Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
Fiorentina coach Paolo Vanoli may start Manor Solomon, shifting tactics to address defensive weaknesses.
The match is expected to be low-scoring as both teams struggle offensively.
The outcome hinges on Fiorentina's defensive coordination as they adapt to Lazio's unpredictable attacking style.