Raków Częstochowa vs. Fiorentina: UEFA Conference League Round of 16 Clash

The UEFA Conference League Round of 16 features an intriguing matchup between Raków Częstochowa and Fiorentina, with the second leg scheduled for March 19, 2026. Fiorentina currently holds a 2-1 aggregate lead following the first leg, but Raków will look to leverage their home advantage in Sosnowiec, Poland.

Match Details

• Teams: Raków Częstochowa vs. Fiorentina
• Competition: UEFA Conference League, Knockout Phase, Round of 16
• Date: March 19, 2026
• Time: 17:45 UTC
• Location: ArcelorMittal Park, Sosnowiec, Poland
• Aggregate Score: Raków Częstochowa 1 – 2 Fiorentina

Raków Częstochowa’s Home Form

Raków Częstochowa has demonstrated strong form at home this season in the UEFA Conference League, winning all four of their home games, including those in the playoff stages. They have conceded only one goal in these matches although scoring seven. This contrasts with their performance in the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League, where they failed to win any of their three home games.

Fiorentina’s European Experience and Away Record

Fiorentina brings considerable international experience to this competition, reaching their 50th Conference League game – a milestone for the competition. However, they haven’t consistently won both legs of a knockout round since the 2022/23 season, specifically against Sivasspor (1-0 at home, 4-1 away).

Historically, Fiorentina has performed well in Poland, remaining unbeaten in four major European competition appearances (three wins, one draw), winning their last three away games and scoring a total of nine goals in those matches.

Statistical Highlights

• Raków Częstochowa League Position: 2nd
• Fiorentina League Position: 15th
• Raków Częstochowa Total Points: 14
• Fiorentina Total Points: 9
• Raków Częstochowa Goals Scored: 10
• Fiorentina Goals Scored: 15
• Raków Częstochowa Goals Conceded: 4
• Fiorentina Goals Conceded: 10
• Raków Częstochowa Shots: 61
• Fiorentina Shots: 95

Head-to-Head Record

The first leg of this tie was the first-ever meeting between Raków Częstochowa and Fiorentina, resulting in a 2-1 victory for the Italian side.

Key Takeaways

• Raków Częstochowa has a strong home record in the UECL, conceding only one goal in four matches.
• Fiorentina has not won both legs of a knockout round since the 2022/23 season.
• Fiorentina has a positive record playing in Poland, winning their last three away duels.

As the teams prepare for the second leg, Raków Częstochowa will aim to capitalize on their home advantage, while Fiorentina will seek to build on their first-leg lead and their historical success in Poland. The match promises to be a compelling contest in the UEFA Conference League.