Sunday 18/05/2014, 21:00, Italy Serie A, Round 38 Fiorentina vs Torino

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Italian football isn't as corrupt as it used to be, but there are many who still believe that when teams are unmotivated to win, they simply give up. Fiorentina appears to be in such a position, after finishing in the fourth place and securing a Europa League berth, ahead of the final round against Torino. The visitors sit outside the eligible places, but they are fortunate enough to have Napoli win the Coppa Italia, therefore the only need to finish 6th to play in Europa League.

Fiorentina vs Torino Madrid Betting Odds

At William Hill

Fiorentina 3.10, Draw 3.60, Torino 2.20

Fiorentina vs Torino Madrid Betting Tips

Fiorentina have a fairly busy schedule this month, playing the final of Coppa Italia and two more Seria A games. The results were below expectations, as they lost the final and dropped three points in front of their fans against Sassuolo.

That particular defeat was the reason for why bookmakers chose to credit them with the second chance to win tonight, despite the otherwise solid home record. The hosts have no injury concerns, but they are expected to use key players for only one half, just like they did one week ago at Livorno.

Despite resting both strikers in the second half, Fiorentina was in complete control and those secured more than a narrow margin victory. Three points were more than enough to make sure they finished ahead of Inter Milano, regardless of what happens in the last round.

Torino is highly motivated to win all three points tonight, because it is very likely that Parma will prevail at home against the last placed team in Serie A. Coach Donadoni uses an offensive minded starting formation, featuring three strikers, Cervi, Vives and Immobile.

Cervi and Vives are actually midfielders who play offensively, while Immobile is by far the most successful scorer, with 22 goals this season. The fact that he picked up a red card one week ago means that he will be missing tonight, which leaves Torino with fewer options upfront.

Key Facts

• The two teams met 10 times with Fiorentina playing hosts and the home side won seven games while drawing twice.
• Torino lost a single game in the last eight rounds, drawing twice and winning five matches

Fiorentina vs Torino Madrid Betting Prediction

There is plenty of value in the odds offered by bookmakers for Fiorentina to win or draw and punters should ignore the fact that the hosts are not that motivated. 1.80 for the home side not to lose are good enough to take a leap of faith with the team that has tradition and home pitch advantage on its side.

Bet: Fiorentina or Draw @ 1.80 with William Hill