Fiorentina’s Mateo Pellegrino Channels Batistuta After Quick Goal Against Juventus
Fiorentina striker Mateo Pellegrino honored the legendary Gabriel Omar Batistuta after scoring the opening goal in a thrilling home match against Juventus. Pellegrino found the back of the net just four minutes into the game, delivering a powerful header from a corner-kick routine that left Juventus goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario with no chance.
FLORENCE, ITALY – NOVEMBER 08: Mateo Pellegrino of ACF Fiorentina celebrates after scoring a goal during the Serie A match between ACF Fiorentina and Juventus at Stadio Artemio Franchi on November 8, 2026 in Florence, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images)
His celebration resonated with local fans; he mimicked Batistuta’s famous ‘machine gun’ gesture as his teammates surrounded him in celebration.
Juventus managed to equalize before halftime, with Nick Woltemade scoring his first Serie A goal in the 32nd minute, keeping the match competitive.
Football Italia is among the accredited media covering the action at the Franchi this evening.
Video: Pellegrini recreates Batistuta’s goal celebration vs. Juventus
Pellegrino heads home! Fiorentina into the lead early on! ⚡
