Montella ‘not worried’ by Viola drought

Vincenzo Montella insists he is “not worried” after Fiorentina’s goalless stalemate with Sassuolo.

Vincenzo Montella insists he is “not worried” after Fiorentina’s goalless stalemate with Sassuolo.

The Viola have scored just one Serie A goal in four games and conceded two, but rattled the woodwork twice this evening.

“In all honesty, I am not worried considering tonight’s performance, as the team allowed absolutely nothing to Sassuolo and went close to scoring numerous times,” the Coach told Sky Sport Italia.

“We lacked a goal, but the team played well. It’s a shame for the lads, as they really wanted the victory.”

The goal drought is no coincidence when Giuseppe Rossi and Mario Gomez are out on long-term injuries.

“I have a great deal of faith in Babacar and Bernardeschi, but I think it’s right not to put too much pressure on them. Between them they have scored one Serie A goal in their entire careers.

“It’s best to let them play with a relaxed state of mind.”