Como went to Florence to eliminate Fiorentina in the round of 16 of the Italian Cup, with a 3-1 victory this Tuesday.
Os viola They started better and took the lead early, with Piccoli finishing a Fabbian cross with class. Como’s response was quick and came from Sergi Roberto (20m), who took advantage of confusion in the area to restore equality.
Still in the first half, Douvikas injured his right ankle and forced a forced change in the team led by Cesc Fàbregas, bringing in Nico Paz.
The decisive moment came just before the hour mark. The young Argentine took advantage of a series of defensive errors by Fiorentina, first a bad clearance from Fortini and then a poor approach from Christensen, to put Como ahead with his left foot.
At a disadvantage, Fiorentina tried to react but they were once again the lariani which extended the advantage on the scoreboard. Morata (90m+1), already in added time, closed the accounts and confirmed the qualification for the «quarters»
In the next phase, Como will face Napoli.
