Fiorentina Dedicates Victory to Eduardo Bove After Cardiac Incident
Fiorentina secured their first win since Eduardo Bove's cardiac incident, dedicating the triumph to their sidelined teammate.
On December 1, during a match against Inter Milan, Fiorentina's young midfielder Eduardo Bove collapsed unexpectedly, later diagnosed with a cardiac issue. This unforeseen event has sidelined Bove indefinitely, as medical evaluations revealed damage to his heart's vessels and left ventricle, rendering him unable to continue playing at a professional level.
In their first outing after the incident, Fiorentina faced Empoli in the Coppa Italia, ending in a 2-2 draw and a subsequent loss in the penalty shootout. However, the team found redemption in their recent Serie A fixture against Cagliari. Midfielder Danilo Cataldi scored the decisive goal in the 24th minute, leading to a 1-0 victory. Cataldi celebrated by forming a heart shape with his hands towards the camera, followed by displaying four fingers—a gesture honoring Bove, who wears the number 4 jersey.
This heartfelt tribute underscores the team's solidarity and support for Bove during his recovery.