Fiorentina midfielder Riccardo Montolivo says their Champions League success this season is down to their extra experience.
After their stunning 5-2 win over Debrecen, Fiorentina just need a draw against Lyon to reach the knockouts.
"The experience we had in the Champions League last season proved invaluable for how we are doing now," said the midfielder.
"Even if we went out in the first round, that was what we needed to make steps forward now.
"Unfortunately there is always a degree of scepticism in the city. In the summer I said this team was stronger than last year and so far the facts are backing me up."