Sunday, May 04, 2008

Cagliari vs Fiorentina
Italian Serie A, 1400 GMT
Of course, Fiorentina have lost dramaticaly in the semifinal of the UEFA Cup, on penalties, against Rangers. After 180 minutes of attacking football, the Italians were left ruing their chances, after Liverani and Vieri missed from the penalty spot.
But, the Viola have a great chance to stay fourth and play Champions League football come autumn. They are 2 points in front of Milan, with the Rossoneri playing Inter today. Montolivo is the only big absentee today, with Mutu and Pazzini leading the attack.
Cagliari managed something of a miracle this year, as they are almost safe from relegation. Their most dangerous man, striker Acquafresca hasn't trained all week long after he sustained an injury in the match with Inter. He is a target for a number of big clubs in Italy.
As Fiorentina have a lot to play for today, and after they were frustrated time and time again by the Scottish players in the last week, I really think they will come back to Florence with at least a point.
I tip Fiorentina not to lose this game, priced at 2/5.

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