Fiorentina vs AS Roma Prediction & Betting Tips (5 October)

Accustomed to winning the last European Strapontins in recent seasons, the Fiorentina hopes to spend a new course by qualifying for the Europa League and even the Champions League. Unfortunately, the start of the championship is not at all in terms of expectations. Indeed, the Tuscans are only today appeared in the 16th row of Serie A with only 3 points taken in 5 games. After bowing against Napoli 1-3 and Como 1-2, they were held in check with the promoted Pisa last weekend 0-0.5th in the past year, Roma has shortly missed the qualification for the Champions League despite a second half of the very high level championship. This summer, the leaders entrusted the reins of the team to Gian Piero Gasperini who showed all his qualities at Atalanta.

The Giallorossi is beautiful for the moment. 3rd in Serie A with the same number of points as the leader, they have a record of 4 victories and 1 defeat. They conceded their only setback against the Torino at home 0-1. After this hitch, the Louve club won the derby disputed in front of the Lazio 0-1 tifosi and dominated, without necessarily convincing, Hellas Verona last weekend 2-0. 

Tactically, Fiorentina have been slow starters this season, with ten of their 14 goals arriving after halftime. Yet their recent home form suggests they’re learning to strike early, as seen in their 2-1 win over Milan. Roma, on the other hand, have struggled to impose themselves in the first half, often relying on late surges or set pieces to salvage results. With both teams boasting firepower but also showing defensive vulnerabilities, the match is likely to be open and high-scoring. Historically, encounters at the Franchi between these sides have leaned toward goal-heavy affairs, with six of the last eight meetings featuring over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring.

Given the current form and squad dynamics, Fiorentina appear slightly better equipped to edge this contest. Their confidence, home advantage, and attacking depth—especially with Ikoné and Nico González in form—could prove decisive. Roma’s resilience under Juric is commendable, but the absence of Bailey and the limited availability of Dybala may leave them short in key moments. Expect a spirited battle, but the prediction leans toward a 2-1 victory for Fiorentina, echoing the scoreline that has defined their recent home successes and past duels with Roma.