Fiorentina vs Como tonight in Coppa Italia, quarterfinals on the line

Fiorentina faces a shocking test tonight in the Coppa Italia quarterfinal round. Como, the surging sixth-place team, arrives at the Stadio Artemio Franchi on January 27, 2026, seeking to stun a crisis-struck purple squad. The winner advances to face Napoli in the final four.

The Form Divide Separating Two Opposites

Fiorentina arrives in dire circumstances. The Florence club has collected just 17 points from 22 Serie A matches, sitting dangerously near the relegation zone. Head coach Paolo Vanoli faces mounting pressure as injuries plague his roster.

Meanwhile, Como has shocked Italian football with their resurgence. The Italian billionaire Hartono brothers’ project is delivering results. With 40 points from 22 games, Como sits in the European qualification spots. Their recent 6-0 demolition of Torino signals irresistible form heading into tonight’s clash at the Franchi.

Can Nico Paz’s Magic Continue in Florence

Nico Paz, the 21-year-old Argentine playmaker, has become Como’s heartbeat. Just one week ago, the winger scored twice against Lazio while missing a penalty, showcasing his elite finishing capability. Paz leads Como in both goals and assists this season.

His pace and directness create constant problems for Serie A defenses. Fiorentina’s depleted backline, missing key defensive figures, will have to contend with Paz’s relentless attacking runs. If Como’s creation star finds space tonight, Vanoli’s defensive struggles could turn catastrophic on the Coppa Italia stage.

Quarterfinal Stakes and Historical Context

Factor	Fiorentina	Como
Current League Position	18th Place	6th Place
Recent Form	Very Poor	Excellent
Key Threat	Limited Strikers	Nico Paz
Injury Worries	Moise Kean Out	Minimal

Fiorentina aimed for European glory this season but now fights for survival. Reaching the quarterfinals would restart their campaign after a disastrous league performance. Como’s incredible rise makes them genuine contenders. A victory would mark their return to the final four for the first time in decades.

“Given their priorities will be staying afloat in Serie A and progressing in the Conference League, Fiorentina may lack focus for the cup.”

— SportsMole, Coppa Italia Preview

Home Advantage Offers Fiorentina’s Only Edge

The Stadio Artemio Franchi traditionally provides fortress-like support for the purple faithful. Fiorentina have won one goal per match at home in 2026, creating some defensive stability on familiar grass. However, their Conference League commitments and league survival battle suggest split focus entering tonight.

Como’s away record remains solid with 5 wins and 3 draws from road trips. The Italian side fears no opponent after hammering established teams. Without their top striker Moise Kean, Fiorentina struggles against Como’s disciplined defensive shape.

Will This Stunning Copa Italia Upset Actually Happen Tonight

Multiple betting experts predict Como’s upset victory. Forecasting models show Fiorentina around 65 percent favorites, but by minimal margins reflecting Como’s genuine threat. The loss of Kean’s finishing cripples Florence’s attacking ambitions.

Como arrives as hungrier underdogs, fighting to cement their European trajectory. Nico Paz facing Fiorentina’s injury-weakened defense creates the evening’s central matchup. Will purple pride overcome crisis, or will Como continue their stunning rise to the quarterfinals

Sources

• Lega Serie A – Official tournament structure and match scheduling information
• Eurosport – Team form, historical records, and player statistics
• Adnkronos – Como’s historic quarterfinal pursuit after 40-year absence