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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Nicky Bandini

David de Gea is reborn and central to Fiorentina’s Serie A renaissance

David De Gea in action during the Serie A match between Como and Fiorentina
David De Gea conceded three goals on his Fiorentina debut but has been essential since then. Photograph: Antonio Saia/LaPresse/Shutterstock

David de Gea said on day one that he wanted to “make history” with Fiorentina. Three months later, you could make a case he has already succeeded. The Viola won their seventh consecutive Serie A game on Sunday, 2-0 away to Como. Only once before – back in 1960 – have they achieved such a run in the Italian top-flight.

The Spaniard has been essential. De Gea collected his fifth clean sheet against Como, more than any other goalkeeper has managed since he made his league debut on 15 September. He is having to work for them, too.

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