Serie A
5:30 PMFebruary 23, 2026
Regular Season – 26
Stadio Artemio Franchi
Referee: Maurizio Mariani, Italy
Fiorentina
Pisa
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1.73
Expected goals (xG)
0.26
Passing
484 (90%)
Accurate passes
349 (87%)
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43
G
David De Gea (C)
65
D
Fabiano Parisi
6
D
Luca Ranieri
5
D
Marin Pongračić
D
Dodô
47′
4
M
Marco Brescianini
44
M
Nicolò Fagioli
27
M
Cher Ndour
19
F
Manor Solomon
17
F
Jack Harrison
12
G
Nícolas
2
D
Rosen Bozhinov
D
Antonio Caracciolo (C)
37′ Roughing
5
D
Simone Canestrelli
3
M
Samuele Angori
M
Marius Marin
62′ Foul
35
M
Felipe Loyola
15
M
Idrissa Touré
19
F
Samuel Iling Junior
32
F
Stefano Moreo
81
F
Filip Stojilković
Serie A Standings – Serie A
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Promotion – Conference League (Qualification)
- Relegation – Serie B
Fiorentina secured a vital 1-0 victory over struggling Pisa at Stadio Artemio Franchi, with Moise Kean’s early strike proving decisive.
Fiorentina snatched a crucial 1-0 Serie A victory against relegation rivals Pisa. Moise Kean delivered the defining moment, scoring the lone goal at Stadio Artemio Franchi. His early strike on February 23, 2026, lifted the hosts.
Entering the match, both sides occupied the lower reaches of the Serie A table. Fiorentina, in 18th, desperately needed points to escape the drop zone. Pisa, sitting 19th, sought to ignite their own survival bid. This Tuscan derby carried immense weight for survival hopes.
The home side asserted dominance early, generating consistent pressure. Moise Kean broke the deadlock in the 13th minute. He finished calmly, giving Fiorentina an important lead. This early goal energized the purple faithful.
Pisa struggled to respond effectively to the setback. Antonio Caracciolo received a yellow card for roughing in the 37th minute. Fiorentina controlled possession with 56%, but could not extend their advantage before halftime.
At the interval, Pisa’s coach made three bold substitutions. These changes, including Federico Stojilkovic, signalled a strong desire for more attacking impetus. Fiorentina aimed to consolidate their slender lead and manage the game.
The second half began with increased intensity from both sides. Fiorentina’s Dodo earned an early yellow card in the 47th minute. Pisa pushed for an equalizer, creating some nervy moments for the home defense but lacking cutting edge.
Marius Marin of Pisa received a yellow card for a foul in the 62nd minute. Veteran Juan Cuadrado entered the fray for Pisa in the 67th minute, attempting to spark an attack. He was booked for roughing shortly after in the 79th minute, showcasing the visitors’ frustration.
Fiorentina introduced Manor Solomon and P. Comuzzo in the 78th minute, looking to refresh their flanks. Kean, the goalscorer, was replaced by R. Piccoli in the 85th minute to shore up the attack. Late yellow cards for Gaetano Fabbian and Jacopo Fazzini highlighted the growing tension and time-wasting efforts as Fiorentina defended their lead.
Fiorentina demonstrated their offensive superiority with an expected goals (xG) of 1.73 compared to Pisa’s 0.26. They registered 15 total shots, with 5 on target. Pisa managed only 7 shots and one solitary effort on goal. Pisa goalkeeper Nícolas made 4 crucial saves, preventing a larger defeat.
This hard-fought victory sees Fiorentina close the gap on safety in Serie A. Pisa remains entrenched in the relegation zone, facing a difficult battle. The result provides a significant boost for La Viola’s season and their fight for survival.