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Fiorentina vs Frosinone 29.08.2026 0:3: Score, Result & Match Stats

⚽ Italy Serie A · Italy · 29 August 2026
Fiorentina logoFiorentina
0:3
1st half: 0:2
29.08.2026 17:30
Frosinone logoFrosinone

Match events

8′
🟨Antonio Raimondo
Alejandro Jiménez🟨
24′
24′
🟨Gabriele Bracaglia
26′
⚽0:1Antonio Raimondo
38′
⚽0:2Gabriele Bracaglia
45′
🟨Gabriele Calvani
Albert Gudmundsson🟨
49′
🟨
64′
68′
⚽0:3Antonio Raimondo
Radu Drăgușin🟨
90′

Match statistics: Fiorentina vs Frosinone

FiorentinaFrosinone
1.99xG (expected goals)1.47
60Ball possession, %40
25Shots12
4Shots on target6
8Corners5
14Fouls21
1Offsides1
3Yellow cards3
0Red cards0
113Attacks71
62Dangerous attacks50

💡 Match preview Fiorentina vs Frosinone

By Tunde Ogundipe — Football expert covering Premier League, MLS, J1 League, and more

As Fiorentina celebrate their centenary, they face a pivotal second-round Serie A clash with Frosinone, desperately seeking redemption after a humiliating defeat in Rome. The “Viola” welcome a modest opponent, but this is no foregone conclusion—over the last five head-to-head meetings, the Tuscan side has managed only one win.

Tactical Analysis: Fiorentina

Only three Italian clubs outspent Fiorentina in the summer transfer window, yet the first match of their new Florentine project in Serie A ended in a catastrophic collapse. Compared to the May encounter with Roma, five newly acquired players started, but the result was identical—a crushing 4‑0 loss. The match exposed serious defensive frailties: the central pairing of Drăgușin and Ranieri consistently lost pace and positional discipline when faced with vertical passes into open spaces. Creating chances at the other end also proved difficult (0.38 xG—expected goals), as Franco Mastantuono and Matteo Pellegrino were effectively cut off from the midfield.

According to Italian media, Fabio Grosso continues to trust these players. The only expected change in the starting XI is on the left flank, where João Mário, who failed to contain Paulo Dybala, will be replaced by fellow newcomer Victor Valdepeñas. Moise Kean, despite a lively cameo off the bench at the Stadio Olimpico, has not been included in the matchday squad—the Italy international is close to a transfer to Como.

Tactical Analysis: Frosinone

Massimiliano Alvini’s side didn’t manage to pull off a shock and take points from Juventus (0‑1), but against the country’s most decorated club, Frosinone put in a commendable performance. Under the current coach, the “Gialloblù” never resort to a deep defensive block, and against the Old Lady, they didn’t park the bus either. Instead, they fought for control throughout the match and finally seized it in the closing stages, almost snatching an equaliser—Gabriele Calvani struck the crossbar from a corner kick. So, fans shouldn’t expect the typical closed‑door football of Italian minnows when the visitors arrive in Florence.

The “Canarini” squad lacks marquee names—only Romano Schmid, former leader of Werder Bremen, stands out. He and the highly productive holding midfielder Giacomo Calò (10 goals and 15 assists in the previous season) will certainly keep their places. However, the third midfielder, Matteo Cichella, is likely to be replaced by Patrizio Masini, on loan from Genoa. Alex Terzić, signed from Red Bull Salzburg, also appears a better option on the left side of defence than Gabriele Bracaglia, a player of Serie B caliber.

Predicted Lineups

Fiorentina (4‑3‑2‑1): De Gea – Dodô, Drăgușin, Ranieri, Valdepeñas – N'dour, Fagioli, Brescianini – Mastantuono, Atta – Pellegrino Unavailable: Parisi (injured), Kean (not in squad) Head coach: Fabio Grosso

Frosinone (4‑3‑3): Palmisani – Monterisi, Calvani, Cittadini, Terzić – Masini, Calò, Schmid – Phini, Raimondo, Kvernadze Unavailable: None Head coach: Massimiliano Alvini

Referee

The match official is Giuseppe Collu. Last season, Collu frequently received appointments to top‑flight matches. In only two of his last seven Serie A games did he brandish more than three yellow cards. Meanwhile, in five of his past ten appearances, this referee pointed to the penalty spot.

Prediction and Bet

Main prediction: Frosinone to avoid defeat @ 2.38

After a complete disaster in the opening round, the odds offered by bookmakers on a Fiorentina win in this fixture are far too short. Frosinone showed they are a team capable of competing at the Serie A level, and Massimiliano Alvini’s style draws inspiration from the football philosophy of Gian Piero Gasperini—the coach of Roma, who just dismantled the Florentines. Under the current manager, the visitors likewise aim to press aggressively from the start and deliver the ball into the opponent’s box in as few passes as possible. Given how often the home center‑backs lost their positions against similar vertical balls at the Stadio Olimpico, the underdog looks far from hopeless in the upcoming match. We recommend backing Frosinone not to lose at 2.38.

Goals prediction: Both teams to score @ 1.84

Both sides are heavily attack‑oriented, so their meeting is unlikely to be a dull affair. Fiorentina have exchanged goals with opponents in three of their last four matches, including friendlies, and the same is true for Frosinone. As an alternative betting option, we choose both teams to score—yes, priced at 1.84.

Tunde Ogundipe
Tunde Ogundipe
Football expert covering Premier League, MLS, J1 League, and more

Tunde Ogundipe is a football expert with extensive experience analyzing top leagues including the Premier League, MLS, J1 League, Scottish Premiership, and the Johan Cruijff Shield. His analysis focuses on team form, player lineups, shot statistics, and tactical adjustments, with careful consideration of fixture congestion and travel. He approaches predictions with a disciplined, data-driven method, evaluating all relevant factors without overreliance on single metrics.

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Starting lineups: Fiorentina vs Frosinone

Fiorentina logoFiorentina4-2-3-1
De Gea
ValdepeñasPongracicDragusinJiménez
UlayN'Dour
GudmundssonAttaMastantuono
Pellegrino
Out of squad:Parisi · InjuryKeane
Frosinone logoFrosinone4-3-3
Palmizani
BracagliaOyonoCalvaniMonterisi
SchmidCaloMazini
KvernadzeRaimondoFini

Match odds Fiorentina vs Frosinone

Result (1X2)

X4.1511.6525.25

Double chance

1X1.19X22.33121.26

Both teams to score

No1.94Yes1.77

Over

11.0121.3532.2744.551.51.222.51.793.52.834.55.15

Under

19.322.9731.5741.141.53.72.52.043.51.364.51.09

Handicap 1

01.22-12.08-24.33-1.52.65-2.55.05

Handicap 2

03.7411.7521.161.51.422.51.1

Correct score

0:013.750:113.750:2291:06.651:16.91:215.251:3462:07.52:17.52:2152:3463:011.753:112.53:2244:0244:126

Predictions for Fiorentina vs Frosinone

D derby_pro Result: 1odds 1.68 Lost

Fiorentina is getting my full backing today. I'm sticking with the home win — this side has what it takes to handle Frosinone, and at 1.68, the price is right. Nothing's changed my mind; I still believe in this outcome.

BN Biodun Nnaji Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.59 Won

Fiorentina's season opener ended in a humiliating 4-0 defeat, and their defense looks like a mess right now. Still, they have enough firepower up front with Mastantuono, Pellegrino, and the returning Atta. The club is also celebrating its 100th anniversary, so the home crowd will demand an aggressive start — they need a statement performance.

Frosinone love to push forward themselves, relying on quick vertical attacks rather than sitting back. Their recent numbers make that clear: 13 of their last 18 official matches saw at least three total goals. That trend holds on the road too — 4 of their last 5 away games also cleared that mark. They’ve also scored in every single head-to-head visit to this ground. Given how open both sides are and how badly Fiorentina want to bounce back, I’m backing the first half to deliver at least two goals at 2.59.

K kickscout Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.72 Lost

Fiorentina suffered their first league loss and will be determined to make amends. Against Frosinone, I expect them to win by at least two goals, so I'm taking the hosts with a -1.5 handicap at 2.72.

KS Kingsley Shehu Team 1 over 1.5odds 1.72 Lost

Fiorentina's summer overhaul wasn't made for matches like this? Roma dismantled them, sure, but that was Roma away from home, and one goal isn't going to be enough here. This isn't Juventus they're facing. I'm backing the hosts to score at least twice at 1.72.

IO Ibrahim Okafor Result: 1odds 1.67 Lost

Fiorentina are in a must-win spot after dropping points last time out. Backing them at home against Frosinone at 1.67 makes sense — they have the quality and the motivation to get the job done. I expect a focused performance from the Violets.

FM Femi Madu Under 2.5odds 2.08 Lost
KW Kunle Waziri Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.69 Lost

After a humbling 0-4 loss away to Roma, Fiorentina are itching to make amends. Frosinone walk straight into the firing line, and I expect the hosts to channel their frustration into a commanding performance.

The handicap of -1.5 at 2.69 looks generous for a side that should be furious and focused. I’m backing Fiorentina to win by at least two clear goals.

BL Biodun Lamido Under 1.5 (2nd half)odds 1.82 Won

Fiorentina and Frosinone usually produce low-scoring second halves. If you ignore their most recent match, the pattern is clear. I’m betting on under 1.5 goals after the break at 1.82.

SN Segun Nnaji Over 3.5odds 2.74 Lost

Fiorentina and Frosinone routinely serve up high-scoring encounters when they face off. That pattern makes Over 3.5 goals at 2.74 the clear play here.

PB Peter Bankole Result: 1odds 1.66 Lost

Fiorentina vs. Frosinone in Serie A — the hosts take this one, no doubt, but don’t expect a blowout. I’m backing the home win at 1.66, though the margin will be narrow, likely a single goal deciding it. Step on the gas early and grind it out from there — that’s the script.

UA Uche Anyanwu Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.74 Lost

Fiorentina against Frosinone should be an open game with goals at both ends. Both sides will look to attack, and given the vulnerability each has shown defensively, I see them finding the net. Frosinone won’t just sit back, and Fiorentina’s home crowd will push them forward. This makes both teams to score a sound pick at 1.74.

D davidhawk Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.50 Won

This bet is purely emotional, I’ll admit it. Frosinone’s opening match against Juventus was genuinely impressive, and for the price I’m seeing on them to score at least once away at Fiorentina, I can’t turn it down. The odds are simply too high for a side that just proved they can bother a top defense.

Sure, Fiorentina are the better team, but that doesn’t automatically make them clean-sheet favorites. Frosinone looked sharp going forward in their first game, and 1.50 is a nice safety net. If they manage even a single goal, the bet cashes cleanly; expecting complete shutout after their performance feels far riskier than backing them for one moment of quality.

CS Chinedu Shehu Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.50 Won
EW Emeka Waziri Over 2.5odds 1.76 Won

Fiorentina against Frosinone in Serie A — I'm going with Over 2.5. After looking at the options, this is the clear choice for me. I'm confident it delivers.

CA Chukwuma Abiodun Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.69 Lost

Fiorentina look capable of making it another win with a handicap, and the Serie A meeting with Frosinone gives them a solid chance to do so. I’m backing the hosts to cover the -1.5 handicap and win by at least two goals.

PK Peter K. Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 1.72 Won

Frosinone's corner production is a reliable angle: they've cleared 3.5 corners in 21 of their last 22 matches overall, and on the road they've done it in 9 straight away games. That level of consistency makes this a straightforward bet at 1.72.

TM Tunde Musa Team 2 under 0.5odds 2.32 Lost

Fiorentina’s form going into this game looks shaky, and I don’t see them creating any real chances. That’s why I’m backing Frosinone to stay under 0.5 goals at 2.32 — the hosts simply won’t get in behind them.

L luckypicks Yellow cards: Result: 1odds 3.00 Lost

Fiorentina are the side I expect to collect more yellow cards in this Serie A fixture. The odds of 3.00 make that a confident call.

AO Adewale Oladipo Result: 1odds 1.65 Lost

Fiorentina is facing Frosinone, and I expect the home side to handle this comfortably. The visitors are simply too weak to pose a serious threat here. I’m backing a straightforward home win at 1.65.

MI Michael Igwe Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.53 Won
OS Obinna Sowole Result: 1odds 1.65 Lost

Fiorentina's home form is solid, and against a side like Frosinone that's enough for me. I'm taking the straightforward home win here.

I ibrahim.fan Result: 2odds 5.25 Won

Fiorentina are a historic Serie A club, but right now they look like a side living on reputation alone. The defensive unit is a mess, there is no quality defensive midfielder to shield the backline, and constant changes in approach from the coaching staff have left the team in a state of flux. Even with the support of their own fans, I don’t trust this side to hold things together.

Frosinone are built to punish exactly that kind of instability. Their coach is famously committed to a system, whether 4-3-3 or 4-2-3-1, and the players press with an intensity that made them stand out in the second division. Yes, their high pressing can leave spaces behind, but against this Fiorentina defence that aggression is more likely to force errors. At 5.25, the away win offers plenty of value, and I’m taking it.

AB Abubakar Bello Over 2.5odds 1.79 Won

In the Fiorentina vs. Frosinone match, I'm backing over 2.5 goals. Frosinone's style of play makes these matches more open, and Fiorentina's recent home form suggests goals at both ends. This combination points toward a high-scoring affair, not a defensive battle.

DN Daniel Nwosu Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.77 Lost

Fiorentina's home matches are a pure spectacle — they charge forward without a safety net, and the stats back it up. Their attacking volume is relentless, and that style practically guarantees both nets will be hit. Against a Frosinone side that won't just sit back, this Serie A clash on August 29th looks tailor-made for goals at both ends. The odds of 1.77 on "Both Teams to Score — Yes" are too generous to pass up.

S scoreace Handicap 1 (-1)odds 2.08 Lost

Fiorentina taking on Frosinone in Serie A? I’m backing the hosts with a -1 handicap at 2.08. This is the kind of line that keeps you ahead — no fluff, just the right edge.

YE Yusuf Emenike Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 2.62 Won

Fiorentina vs Frosinone in Serie A — I'm backing the first half to deliver at least two goals. Both sides have enough firepower to find the net early, so the Over 1.5 in the opening 45 minutes looks like a solid call at 2.62.

SA Sunday Adeyemi Team 1 over 1.5odds 1.72 Lost

Fiorentina face Frosinone in Serie A, and I’m backing the hosts to score at least twice. After a loss in the first round, the team will be eager to make it up to their fans with a strong attacking display. I expect them to find the net multiple times here.

Y yusuf.star Result: 1odds 1.65 Lost

Fiorentina hosting Frosinone in Serie A — I'm backing the home win at 1.65. They have the quality to handle this match, and I see it as a straightforward result.

CB Collins Bello Double chance: X2odds 2.33 Won

Frosinone will avoid defeat at Fiorentina in this Serie A clash. That's why I'm backing the double chance X2 at 2.33 — a solid value play for the visitors to escape with at least a draw.

A abubakar.boss Corners: Over 8.5odds 1.53 Won

Let’s get straight to it. Fiorentina against Frosinone is a Serie A matchup that screams corners. I’m backing the total to go over 8.5 here, and with odds at 1.53, I see solid value. This bet is based on the attacking nature of both sides and the likelihood of a busy game from the flanks. No need to overcomplicate it—expect plenty of set-piece opportunities.

Match poster

Fiorentina vs Frosinone — odds

❓ Frequently asked questions

When is the Fiorentina vs Frosinone match?

The Serie A match is scheduled for 29 August 2026 at 17:30.

Where is the match being played?

The match is being played in Florence, as Fiorentina are the home side hosting Frosinone.

What is the main prediction for the match?

The main prediction is Frosinone to avoid defeat at 2.38. An alternative bet is both teams to score at 1.84.

Who is considered the favorite?

Fiorentina are the bookmakers' favorite, but the analyst believes the odds on a Fiorentina win are too short and recommends backing Frosinone not to lose.

How did both teams perform in their opening matches?

Fiorentina lost 4-0 away to Roma, while Frosinone lost 0-1 at home to Juventus after a commendable performance.

Are there any key absentees for this match?

Fiorentina will be without Parisi due to injury, and Kean is not in the matchday squad. Frosinone have no unavailable players.