Puskas Academy is just one match away from a historic achievement as they prepare to face Fiorentina in the second leg of their Europa Conference League playoff at Pancho Arena.

Puskas Academy impressed last week by striking twice to build a two-goal lead against Fiorentina and later salvaging a 3-3 draw with Wojciech Golla's 89th-minute equalizer, keeping their hopes alive for a historic breakthrough into the main draw of a European competition. 

With past efforts in European qualifiers falling short, including exits in earlier rounds of the Europa League and Conference League, Puskas is eager to secure their first-ever group stage spot. Their success in the third qualifying round against Ararat, featuring a high-scoring 3-3 draw and a decisive 1-0 win, highlights their readiness for another tough challenge.

A similar narrow victory over Fiorentina in the second leg would see them advance, buoyed by enthusiastic home support. 

In contrast, Fiorentina, despite their status as two-time Conference League finalists, have struggled under new manager Raffaele Palladino, remaining winless in their first three competitive matches. Their recent clean sheet against Venezia was a rare bright spot, but failing to score against a newly promoted side was disappointing. The Viola will need to balance their attack and defense effectively to overcome Puskas and avoid a surprising elimination.

Prediction:  Puskas Academy 1-1 Fiorentina

Puskas Academy vs Fiorentina stream and TV listing

Hungary：M4 Sport+

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