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Crystal Palace take on Fiorentina in a Conference League quarterfinal on Thursday. The game at Selhurst Park can prove massive for the Italian side, who are in a relegation battle in Serie A.

Things have improved over the past few weeks for La Viola, who are unbeaten in four league games. The European clash will be a different challenge, as they have struggled against the likes of Rakow, Jagiellonia and even Laussane.

The Polish side took them to extra-time last month, even if the Florence club picked up a 3-0 win in the first leg. That, in a nutshell, has been the story of Fiorentina’s rollercoaster campaign.

Their strange record in the Conference League won’t be the only problem against Crystal Palace, as Paolo Vanoli’s side are dealing with multiple fitness worries.

Multiple uncertainties for Fiorentina

Gazzetta dello Sport today heap praise on Niccolo Fagioli, who was key in the second leg against Rakow. He also scored against Hellas Verona at the weekend and should feature against the Eagles.

One key returnee for Fiorentina is Dodo, who was missing against Verona. He should travel to London to play against Crystal Palace, having returned to training already.

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