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Pellegrino Pronto a Riscattarsi: Domani Ha un'Altra Opportunità da Titolare

August 28, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Mateo Pellegrino has a significant opportunity to rebound from a challenging performance against Roma. The Argentine striker was notably affected by Fiorentina's 4-0 defeat, having been unexpectedly thrust into the starting lineup just before the match. He found himself isolated against the Giallorossi defense, with his team struggling to provide support or create scoring chances.

His stats from that game reflect a difficult evening: he touched the ball only 32 times, lost possession 11 times, completed only 58% of his passes in the opponent's half, and won just two out of ten aerial duels – a key area where he typically excels but appeared to struggle.

However, comparing him to Roberto Piccoli, as some fans have done, would be unfair and premature. Pellegrino will have an immediate chance to bounce back against Frosinone in a context that is expected to be very different. Fiorentina will have had a full week of training, will play at home in front of their passionate fans at the Franchi, and are expected to show a more aggressive approach.

With Kean's future at the club uncertain and a new striker still to arrive, Pellegrino will once again lead the Viola's attack. He has been training with great intensity at Viola Park, aiming to channel the disappointment of the Olimpico match into motivation. Tomorrow, Pellegrino will have his first real chance to demonstrate that the Roma game was merely an off night and that his journey with Fiorentina can truly begin at the Franchi.