Venezia Secures Serie A Survival with 2-1 Win over Fiorentina

Venezia secured a crucial 2-1 victory over Fiorentina, significantly boosting their chances of Serie A survival by moving out of the relegation zone and into 17th place. Goals from Fali Candé and Gaetano Oristanio put Venezia in control, while Rolando Mandragora scored a late consolation for Fiorentina. The hosts demonstrated strong defensive resilience and capitalized on Fiorentina's struggles, who were without key forwards Albert Gudmundsson and Moise Kean due to injuries, forcing tactical adjustments. This loss dealt a blow to Fiorentina's hopes of qualifying for European competition next season, leaving them in ninth place, four points shy of the qualification spots. The match was marked by a physical and stop-start style of play under rainy conditions, with both teams showing moments of promise but Venezia ultimately holding on for a vital win. With only two games remaining, Venezia holds its destiny in its own hands to avoid relegation, while Fiorentina faces pressure to secure European football.