An out of sorts Fiorentina take on a Catania side that is seriously toying with relegation, as one win from ten games speaks volumes about a side that has much to be desired.

Draws against Lazio and Juventus were topped with losses against Napoli and Genoa as the Viola endured a tough month that saw them step off the pace in the fight to stake a claim for a place in the Champions League next season.

Alberto Gilardino and Stevan Jovetic will lead the way in the absence of Adrian Mutu, and the hosts will feel the need to strike early, owing to the lack of goals scored so far this season.

Cesare Natali, Mario Santana, Savio, Martin Jorgensen will be unavailable through injury, whereas Fabio Sciacca, Pablo Barrientos, Martinez and Giuseppe Bellusci are sidelined for the visitors.

Football Italiano