Fiorentina boss Vincenzo Montella hailed their performance for victory over Europa League opponents AS Roma.

Montella is delighted with the progress of his team since Christmas.

"Up until January I had never beaten Roma, but now I find myself commenting on a second victory," Montella told Mediaset Premium.

His side also knocked Fiorentina out of the Coppa Italia quarter-finals with a 2-0 result in Rome.

"The win was deserved and this team has grown so much in terms of mentality. The side showed how much it wanted this result.

"We've been through a shocking run of fixtures and come out well. Soon there will be another and we keep fighting for our objectives."