Both teams are on the comeback trail from a run of indifferent results, and are separated by seven teams between them. But Udinese are only three points behind Fiorentina, who are currently sitting on one of the Europa League spots.

This encounter was an interesting one last season, when the Viola were in a sensational run of form, only to be overturned by the Udinese ship.

Stevan Jovetic and Adrian Mutu are doubtful for this clash, as they are still yet to recover from injuries, while Dario Dainelli is suspended. Meanwhile, Christian Obodo, Antonio Floro Flores and Alexis Sanchez are expected to be sidelined for the hosts.

Football Italiano