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Liam Wright

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Italy - Serie B

Under (2.5)

Odds: 1.92Stake: 5/10

win

+4.6

On Sunday, 2nd June, Venice will host Cremonese in the return leg of the Serie B playoffs. After a tense 0-0 draw in the first match, both teams are set to start afresh, leaving no room for error. Stadium The match will take place in Venice at the Pier Luigi Penzo Stadium. Venice Finishing third in the league, Venice missed the chance to directly qualify for Serie A, thereby entering the playoffs. The hosts faced Palermo in the semi-finals and won both matches (0-1 away and 2-1 at home). After holding off Cremonese in the first leg with a 0-0 draw, thanks to goalkeeper Jesse Joronen's saves, the hosts now aim to finish the job at home. Venice has won their last four home games in a row against Palermo, Feralpisal (2-1), Cremonese (2-1), and Brescia (2-0), averaging 2 goals per game. Moreover, Venice emerged as the best home team in Serie B this season, earning 42 points in 19 matches while scoring 41 and conceding 25. Fans will be delighted to know that Venice has conceded only thrice in their last four home matches. Cremonese Cremonese desperately needed a win in the first leg to head to Venice with a comforting advantage, but the red-and-whites failed to break through. They will now rely on counter-attacks. Notably, the visitors have not won in their last four away games, drawing three times with Catanzaro (0-0), Parma (1-1), and Catanzaro again in the last round. Cremonese also suffered a 2-1 loss to Venice in late April. Giovanni Stroppa's side finished fourth in Serie B with 67 points, ranking second in the league for away points, just behind Parma. Cremonese have conceded only five goals in their last six matches. Due to injuries, the visitors will be without goalkeeper Sarr, Jonsson (2 goals in 13 matches), and Afena-Gyan. Head-to-head These teams faced each other twice in the past season, each winning at home (Cremonese 1-0 in the first round, Venice 2-1 in the return leg). The first playoff match, held on Thursday evening, ended in a goalless draw. Match Prediction: Venice vs Cremonese To advance to Serie A, Venice needs to win, and the support of the home fans will give Paolo's squad extra strength. Cremonese are strong on the road and will rely on their quick counter-attacks. I abstain from naming a favourite and predict a draw, similar to the previous match. Total Goals Prediction Both teams are well aware of the price of a potential mistake and will not rush things. Each side possesses a solid defence by second division standards, making it sensible to bet on a total goals under 2.5. Corner Prediction With home support, Venice will play a more attacking game, making it a good bet for them to win in corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Each team aims to secure the needed result for promotion, so betting on a total over 3.5 yellow cards is a safe choice. Score Prediction I predict a 1-1 draw.

01.06.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (-1)

Odds: 1.55Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Sunday, 26 May, in the 38th round of the Italian Serie A, Lazio will host Sassuolo. Igor Tudor's men cannot climb higher than seventh and have secured a place in the Europa League, while the Neroverdi have lost all chances of staying in the elite division. Stadium The match will take place in Rome at the Stadio Olimpico. Lazio Lazio hold the seventh place in the Serie A standings and are guaranteed to finish in this position. Qualification for the Europa League is already in the bag, as Igor Tudors appointment during the international break in March rejuvenated the capital club. Under the Croatian specialist, the Biancocelesti lost just one match in the league, winning five and drawing twice. After a routine 2-0 victory over modest Empoli, the Eagles managed to pick up a point against Inter last weekend (1-1). Kamada put the Sky Blues ahead midway through the first half, but Dumfries equalised in the dying moments. Despite having no tournament motivation, the hosts have a chance to achieve six consecutive wins at the Olimpico for the first time in many years. Interestingly, in terms of points accumulated at home, Lazio ranks only eighth overall (33 points in 18 matches, 22 goals scored, 13 conceded). Sassuolo Having competed in the top-flight since 2013, Sassuolo faced a debacle in this campaign and will play in Serie B next season. With one round left, the visitors are in 19th place in the Serie A table, five points behind the save 17th place. After going six matches without a win (3 draws and 3 losses), the Neroverdi surprised everyone a few weeks ago by beating Inter 1-0. Since then, Sassuolo have consecutively lost to Genoa (2-1) and Cagliari last weekend (0-2), with goals from Prati and Lapadula sealing their fate. The last 12 away fixtures earned them just two points 2-2 draws against Udinese and Salernitana, so it's no surprise given their form. Moreover, Davide Ballardini's side have conceded 74 goals over 37 rounds the second-worst record in the division after crisis-stricken Salernitana. Head-to-Head The first-round meeting ended in an away win for Lazio with a score of 2-0. Moreover, the capital club has won the last four head-to-head encounters. Prediction for Lazio vs Sassuolo Despite having no tournament motivation in the final round, Igor Tudors men can secure their sixth consecutive home win and finish the difficult campaign on a high note. Sassuolo have completely fallen apart in recent weeks and will deservedly be relegated to Serie B. I dont see how the Neroverdi can take any points away from Rome. My forecast is a triumph for the Eagles with a -1 handicap. Prediction for Total Sassuolo concede more than two goals per game this season and struggle massively in defence. Confidently bet on Lazio's individual total over 1.5 goals. Prediction for Corners Lazio outclass their opponent and are likely to play the first number under the support of the home crowd. I bet on the Eagles individual total over 5.5 corners. Prediction for Yellow Cards Neither side has tournament motivations and won't risk injuries. I bet on the overall total of yellow cards under 4.5. Prediction for Score I place my bet on a 2-0 score in favour of Lazio.

26.05.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap2 (-1)

Odds: 1.77Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Sunday, 26 May, in the 38th round of Serie A, "Verona" will host "Inter". While the "Nerazzurri" have claimed their 20th title, "The Mastiffs" have managed to secure their place in the top division thanks to a recent victory over "Salernitana". Stadium The match will be held in Verona at the Marcantonio Bentegodi Stadium. "Verona" By securing 13th place in the Serie A standings and distancing themselves from the relegation zone by 4 points, "Verona" has ensured their stay in the elite division. Marco Baronis men have found decent form this spring, winning 3 out of their last 5 matches. Despite a home defeat to "Torino" (1-2), the Mastiffs triumphed over sinking "Salernitana" (1-2) last Monday. In the first half, goals came from Suslov and Folorunsho (who was included in the preliminary squad for Italy for Euro 2024), while Salernitana responded only with a goal from Maggiore. Moreover, the hosts managed to turn their home ground into a fortress: since the closure of the winter transfer window, the team has garnered 19 points at home more than any other side in the bottom half of the table. Fans of the Yellow-Whites will be pleased to know that throughout the spring, their favourites have left the pitch goalless just once in 11 matches. "Inter" "Inter" has left no chance for their rivals this season and comfortably secured the Scudetto. The Lombardi claimed the title in a derby against "Milan" with a score of 1-2. After that, the Nerazzurri ended an impressive 28-match unbeaten league streak by unexpectedly losing 1-0 to relegated "Sassuolo". Since then, Simone Inzaghis men have confidently secured a victory over "Frosinone" (0-5) and drew with "Lazio" last weekend (1-1). Denzel Dumfries scored the 87th goal for Inter in this seasons league play, making it five consecutive seasons that the Milan giants have surpassed the 100-goal mark across all competitions; furthermore, the team has kept 21 clean sheets. It is worth noting that the Milanese side is the best in the league by points collected away from home (47 in 18 away matches). Their only setbacks were in the Coppa Italia and a round-of-16 exit from the Champions League at the hands of "Atletico Madrid". Tonight, Inter will have their optimal squad, except for the injured centre-back Acerbi. Head-to-head "Inter" has won seven consecutive Serie A matches against the Mastiffs, including a 2-1 victory in the first leg back in January. Prediction for "Verona" vs "Inter" "Inter" could secure their 30th win of the league and conclude an unforgettable campaign, breaking several of their own records. "Verona" has already ensured their stay in the top flight and lacks motivation from a tournament perspective. The hosts are significantly outclassed by the Milanese side, hence I predict a victory for the Nerazzurri with a -1 handicap. Prediction for the Total With another clean sheet, as mentioned earlier, "Inter" could break the Serie A record for the most clean sheets in a season. Ill risk betting on this outcome (individual total under for Verona less than 0.5). Prediction for Corners "Inter" surpasses the opponent in class and will likely play the dominant game. The visitors will attack much more, thus I bet on a win for the Nerazzurri by corners with a -1.5 handicap. Yellow Cards Prediction Neither side is motivated by the tournament standings anymore and will not risk injuring themselves. I bet on a total yellow cards under 4.5. Score Prediction I'll wager on a precise score of 0-2 in favour of "Inter".

26.05.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (0)

Odds: 1.6Stake: 5/10

win

+3.0

On Sunday, 26 May, as part of the 38th round of the Italian Serie A, Empoli will host Roma. The Tuscans need to take maximum points to retain their top-flight status, while the visitors are in sixth place and, under certain scenarios, could still qualify for the Champions League. Stadium The match will take place in Empoli at the Carlo Castellani Stadium. Empoli Empoli currently occupy 18th place in the Serie A standings, trailing Frosinone by 2 points and Udinese by 1. Tonight, their direct competitors in the relegation battle face off, and a win will secure the Tuscans' place in the elite division. The team surprised everyone at the end of April by defeating Napoli 1-0 at home. However, since then, the white and blues have slowed down, going four matches without a win (2 draws and 2 losses). After losing to Lazio (2-0), Empoli drew 1-1 with Udinese last weekend. M'Baye Niang put the home side ahead from the penalty spot before Lazar Samardzic equalised. Overall, the Tuscans may pay for scoring the fewest goals in Serie A this season (27) moreover, only Cadiz and Clermont have worse scoring records in Europe's top-5 leagues. Davide Nicola's team is third from the bottom for home points (17 in 18 matches, 13 goals scored, 22 conceded). Roma In 6th place in the Serie A standings, 3 points behind Atalanta, Roma are guaranteed to finish in their current position. However, if the Bergamaschi finish 5th, the Giallorossi will qualify for the Champions League. Conversely, if La Dea finishes in the top-4, the Wolves will have to settle for the Europa League. Since Daniele De Rossi took the helm, the yellow and reds have achieved some good results, but have slowed down in recent weeks. Having gone three rounds without a win (2 draws and 1 loss), Roma barely beat Genoa last weekend (1-0) thanks to a late goal by Lukaku. Its worth noting that Roma have not performed well on the road, earning only 23 points in 18 away matches (eighth in the division, 26 goals scored, 25 conceded). Head-to-head Having thrashed Empoli 7-0 in September and not losing at Carlo Castellani since 2007, Roma are looking to extend their dominance over the Tuscans this evening. Prediction for Empoli vs Roma Empoli are in dire need of three points, as a victory will ensure their stay in the top flight. Roma no longer have the motivation for the league, so De Rossi will likely give playing time to the reserves. The support of the home crowd should give the Tuscans extra strength, so I am betting on an underdog victory with a 0 handicap. Total Prediction Despite the motivation, it is hard to imagine that Empoli the worst team in Serie A for goals will engage in a high-scoring shootout this evening. I am betting on a total under 3 goals. Corners Prediction Empoli, motivated by the relegation battle, will try to take the initiative from the start. I am betting on an individual total over 4.5 corners for the Tuscans. Yellow Cards Prediction Empoli will not hold back in duels, as their top-flight status is at stake. I am betting on the Tuscans winning in yellow cards. Score Prediction I am betting on a 1-0 victory for Empoli.

26.05.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (-1)

Odds: 1.66Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Sunday, 26th May, at 38th round of Italian Serie A, Napoli will host Lecce at their home ground. The Partenopei have completely failed this campaign and risk missing out on European competitions, whereas the visitors have already secured their top-flight status. Stadium The match will take place in Naples at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium. Napoli Last seasons Scudetto winners Napoli have completely failed this campaign. Sitting 10th in the Serie A table prior to the final round, 5 points adrift of the top eight, the team has secured only one win in their last ten matches, drawing six times and losing thrice. After a home defeat to Bologna (0-2), the hosts managed to snatch a 2-2 draw against Fiorentina last weekend. Rrahmani opened the scoring early, but La Viola responded with Biraghi and Nzola in the first half, and only Kvaratskhelia's free-kick levelled the score. With Atalantas success in the Europa League, ninth place could suffice for a continental berth, hence motivation for Francesco Calzones men is abundant. It is important to note, that Napoli have struggled at home this season, earning just 24 points in 18 home matches (13th in the division, 24 goals scored, 27 conceded). Lecce Lecce managed to secure their top-flight status at the last moment. The Apulian team is now 14th in the Serie A table, 4 points clear from the relegation zone. In April, the yellow-reds notched important wins against direct competitors Empoli (1-0) and Sassuolo (3-0), but haven't won since. They drew with Monza (1-1) and Cagliari (1-1), and then lost to Udinese (0-2) and Atalanta (0-2) last weekend. Goals from De Ketelaere and Scamacca in the second half decided the latter matches, thus, the visitors have no tournament motivation for Sundays game. However, Luca Gottis side have only lost one of their last five away matches 3-0 in Milan in early April. In their previous six matches, Lecce conceded just 6 goals, pleasing their fans. Importantly, the underdogs haven't fared well on the road, earning just 13 points in 18 away fixtures (15 goals scored, 27 conceded). Head-to-head Napoli thrashed their opponent 4-0 away in the first round. Lecce have won only once in the last seven meetings. Prediction for Napoli vs Lecce Napoli have failed most of this season and won just one of their last ten Serie A matches. However, the hosts are bound to grab three points on Sunday evening, as only a victory keeps their European dream alive. Lecce are safe from relegation and lack motivation, coupled with a busy medical room. Confidently placing a bet on the Partenopeis triumph with a -1 handicap. Prediction on total In six of the last seven head-to-head meetings, Napoli have scored at least twice against the yellow-reds. Even without injured Osimhen, the hosts have enough stars and thus, bet on Napolis individual total over 1.5 goals. Prediction on corners Napoli are motivated by European competition and will assault the opponents goal from the start. Bet on Napolis individual total over 6.5 corners. Prediction on yellow cards Lecce will defend a lot, and doing so without fouls against the southerners' swift flanks is very difficult. Bet on the guests to win in yellow cards. Prediction on score Bet on the exact score of 3-1 in favour of Napoli.

25.05.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Draw

Odds: 3.57Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Sunday, 26 May, as part of the 38th round of the Italian Serie A, Atalanta will host Torino at their home ground. La Dea lifted the Europa League trophy midweek and can no longer secure a fifth-place finish in the league, whereas the Bulls still have a chance to finish in the European competition zone. Stadium This match will take place at the Atleti Azzurri stadium in Bergamo. Atalanta Occupying the 5th place in the Serie A table with a 3-point advantage over Roma, Atalanta have already secured a ticket to the Champions League. Additionally, Gian Piero Gasperini's men are finishing the season on a high note, winning their last 5 matches against Monza (1-2), Empoli (2-0), Salernitana (1-2), Roma (2-1), and Lecce last weekend (0-2). La Dea were defeated by Juventus in the Coppa Italia final a few weeks ago (0-1), but they didn't miss their chance this Wednesday, sensationally beating Bayer Leverkusen in the Europa League final (3-0) thanks to a hat-trick by Ademola Lookman. Nevertheless, Atalanta still have two home games to play: after Sunday's match, the white and blues will face Fiorentina in a rescheduled match. If they succeed in both encounters, they could surpass Bologna and Juventus to finish third. It should be noted that the team performs quite well at home, ranking fifth in home points (38 in 17 games, 37 goals scored, 13 conceded). Torino Used to languishing in the lower half of the table, Torino currently sit 9th in Serie A, trailing Fiorentina by 4 points. However, they still have a chance to finish in the European competition zone: if Fiorentina wins the Conference League, the ninth place could secure a ticket to this tournament. Ivan Jurić's men have slowed down recently, going five matches without a win (three draws and two losses). However, in the last two rounds, the Bulls have regained their spirit: defeating Verona 1-2 and Milan 3-1 consecutively. Now, Torino will aim for three consecutive wins in Serie A for the first time since 2019, and they are just one match away from breaking the record set in the 1976-77 season for most clean sheets (19). It is noteworthy that Ivan Jurić's side ranks only 11th in the overall standings for points earned away from home (20 in 18 games, 18 goals scored, 24 conceded). Head-to-Head In the first leg, Atalanta was thrashed by Torino 3-0. However, the Bulls have failed to win in the last seven head-to-head encounters. Match Prediction: Atalanta vs Torino Torino are much less effective on the road compared to their home games. However, Atalanta played an exhausting match in the Europa League final this past Wednesday and will not be in the best physical condition. Essentially, Atalanta have already concluded their season on a high note, while the Bulls still have a chance to finish ninth and secure a European competition spot. I predict a draw. Total Goals Prediction Torino have scored in their previous seven head-to-head encounters and boast a quality attacking line, so it's worth betting on both teams to score. Corner Kicks Prediction Torino are motivated by the battle for European competition spots and won't sit back in their half. I predict that the visitors will take at least four corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Both teams earn an average of two yellow cards per game, so I predict the total number of bookings to be over 3.5. Score Prediction I predict a 1-1 draw.

25.05.2024

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (-2)

Odds: 1.7Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Saturday, 25 May, in the 38th round of Serie A, AC Milan will host Salernitana. Two years after winning the title, Stefano Pioli is set to bid farewell to San Siro, while the visitors have long been rooted at the bottom of the table and are eager to forget this season. Stadium The match will take place at San Siro in Milan. AC Milan Although AC Milan was quickly out of the Scudetto race this season, the club has firmly established itself in second place in the Serie A standings. With an 11-point lead over sixth-place Roma, the Lombardy side secured a Champions League spot weeks ago. The lack of motivation has been reflected in recent results: the Rossoneri have won just once in their last six league matches, drawing three and losing two. They shared points with Juventus (0-0) and Genoa (3-3), thrashed Cagliari (5-1), and lost to Torino (3-1) last weekend. Stefano Pioli, who won the Scudetto in 2022, is likely to leave AC Milan this summer and is expected to be replaced by Paulo Fonseca. However, Pioli can leave with his head held high, as he became the clubs second-winningest manager (59%) in history. AC Milan holds the third spot in home points (39 in 18 home games, 35 goals scored, 14 conceded). Salernitana Salernitana had a disastrous start to the 2023/24 season, and their relegation was confirmed weeks ago. The Sea Horses failed to regain their form, collecting just 16 points in 37 rounds. Notably, they have not won a single match in 2024 (4 draws and 15 losses). After four straight losses, they nearly beat Juventus away, conceding a late goal (1-1). Last Monday, Salernitana lost 2-1 to Verona in front of their home fans: Mastiffs took the lead in the first half via Suslov and Folorunsho, while the underdog replied with a late strike from Maggiore. This campaign has seen three head coach changes: after Pippo Inzaghi was dismissed in the autumn, Fabio Liverani replaced him, but even his tenure was short-lived the reins are now in Stefano Colantuono's hands. Salernitana is the absolute worst team in Serie A for away performances, earning just 8 points in 18 games, scoring 12, and conceding 40. Head-to-Head In the first round, AC Milan played out a 2-2 draw with Salernitana. Furthermore, the Rossoneri have won only three of their last four encounters. Match Prediction: AC Milan vs Salernitana Salernitana has won just one away match this season, and it is unlikely the Sea Horses will succeed at a packed San Siro. Though the hosts are no longer motivated in terms of standings, ending the campaign on a high note in front of home fans and bidding farewell to Stefano Pioli are indeed significant factors. I am betting on a triumph for the Rossoneri with a -2 handicap. Total Prediction Salernitana has conceded 40 goals in 18 away matches and is in deep crisis the visitors are unlikely to concede fewer than three times this Saturday. Corner Prediction With the support of their home crowd, AC Milan will undoubtedly play on the front foot and be much more aggressive in attack. I am betting on the individual total over 6.5 corners for the Rossoneri. Yellow Card Prediction Salernitana will be outclassed and will defend a lot, so I am betting on the visitors to win the yellow card count. Score Prediction I am putting my money on a 3-0 win for AC Milan.

23.05.2024

143

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (-1)

Odds: 1.51Stake: 5/10

win

+2.6

On Saturday, 25 May, in the 38th round of the Italian Serie A, Juventus will host Monza at their home ground. Despite the Bianconeri recently winning the national cup and securing a return to the Champions League in autumn, their season has been extremely disappointing, leading to Massimiliano Allegri's dismissal. Stadium The match will take place in Turin at the Allianz Stadium. Juventus Having long contested the Scudetto with Inter, Juventus significantly declined in the second half of the campaign. A series of poor performances did not stop the old lady from securing a Champions League spot, currently 4th in the Serie A standings, trailing the top six by 5 points. Bianconeri won only two of their last 16 league games, drawing 10 times and losing 4. In their last six rounds, the hosts drew with Torino (0:0), Cagliari (2:2), Milan (0:0), Roma (1:1), Salernitana (1:1), and Bologna last Monday (3:3). An interesting fact: in their Serie A history, Juventus had previously achieved seven consecutive draws only once, from March to April 1971. However, they managed to secure a title by winning the Coppa Italia final against Atalanta (1:0) thanks to a lone goal by Duan Vlahović. Notably, the hosts occupy only the sixth spot in the overall standings for points gained on home turf (37 in 18 matches, scoring 24 goals and conceding 11). Monza For the second consecutive season, Monza managed to avoid a relegation battle, finding themselves mid-table. Currently, Lombardy's team sits 12th in Serie A, having accrued 45 points across 37 rounds. Running out of motivation in the final matches, the White-Reds have slowed down: since returning from the international break in March, the guests haven't won a single match (3 draws and 5 losses). After a home draw with Lazio (2:2), Monza lost to Fiorentina (2:1) and the sinking Frosinone (0:1) last weekend. Despite their inability to finish lower than 12th and a potential success elevating them above Genoa, fan disillusionment is quite understandableautumn aspirations of breaking into the top half now seem distant. Its important to note that Raffaele Palladinos men rank ninth for points accrued away (21 in 18 away matches, with 16 goals scored and 23 conceded). Head-to-Head In the first round, Juventus struggled to secure a win in Monza (1:2). However, the previous direct encounter between these teams in Turin saw the White-Reds triumph (0:2). Match Prediction: Juventus vs. Monza Juventus lost their head coach last week, but paradoxically, this might revitalise the team. The Bianconeri did win a trophy this campaign and now look to please their fans with a rare victory. Monza has not tasted victory since March and are already thinking about the upcoming break. Bet on a Juventus triumph with a -1 handicap. Total Prediction Juventus should break free from Allegris purely cautious defensive football. Im betting on the home side ITO 1.5 goals. Corner Prediction With the support of home fans, Juventus will undoubtedly play the leading role and attack more aggressively. Bet on a Bianconeri triumph in corners with a -2.5 handicap. Yellow Card Prediction Monza will have to defend a lot and contain the opponents quick flanks. Thus, bet on the guests winning in yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a 2:0 victory for Juventus.

23.05.2024

146

Benjamin Carter

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap2 (0)

Odds: 1.58Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Friday, 24 May Genoa will host Bologna in the 38th round of the Italian Serie A. Last weekend, Thiago Motta's side squandered a three-goal lead to draw with Juventus, while Genoa suffered a 1:0 defeat to Roma. Genoa Genoa has had an excellent campaign after their promotion and has avoided the relegation fight. With 46 points in 37 rounds, the home side is comfortably positioned in 11th place on Serie A's table. Despite having no motivation in recent weeks, Alberto Gilardino's men continued to delight their fans with good performances. However, last weekend, they narrowly lost to Roma (1:0) due to a solitary goal by Romelu Lukaku in the second half, ending their impressive three-match unbeaten run (2 wins and 1 draw), including a 3:3 draw with Milan. Moreover, Genoa performs quite well at home, having accumulated 27 points in 18 home matches (10th best in the division, with 25 goals scored and 22 conceded). Additionally, they have not conceded more than one goal per game in their last four home matches and have scored in eight of their previous nine encounters at Luigi Ferraris. The home side will be without injured Matturro, while Brazilian forward Junior Messias is doubtful for the upcoming match. Icelandic striker Gudmundsson (14 goals and 3 assists) was benched last round but could return to the starting line-up alongside Italian Retegui (7 goals and 2 assists). Therefore, Caleb Ekuban is expected to strengthen the side in the second half, while Strootman and Frendrup will be key in midfield. The defensive trio of Vogliacco, Vasquez, and De Winter will likely remain unchanged. Bologna Bologna has surprisingly qualified for the Champions League with an overall strong campaign. Thiago Motta's team occupies the 3rd spot in Serie A, five points clear of 6th place. In their last 17 rounds, Bologna has only lost to new champions Inter (0:1), achieving 10 wins and 6 draws. After a 0:2 victory over Napoli, the Rossoblu squandered a three-goal lead against Juventus last Monday. Calafiori scored twice, and Castro added another goal, but Juventus managed a comeback with goals from Chiesa, Milik, and Yildiz in nine minutes. Uncertainty surrounds Motta's future with Bologna as recent media reports suggest he may have agreed to join Juventus after Allegri's departure. It is important to note that Bologna has conceded only 18 goals away this season, a record only bettered by Inter (9). However, the Rossoblu are just sixth in away points (27 in 18 matches). Key attacking midfielder Ferguson (6 goals and 3 assists) remains sidelined, while striker Zirkzee (11 goals and 4 assists) is doubtful. Defender Soumaoro returned last round. In Zirkzee's absence, young Argentine forward Castro (19) scored and assisted last weekend and is likely to lead the line. Freuler will anchor the midfield, with Posch and Kristiansen occupying the flanks of the defence. Head-to-Head The first-round match ended in a 1:1 draw. Bologna has only won once in their last nine encounters. Prediction: Genoa vs Bologna With all due respect to Genoa, Bologna is unlikely to slip up again and miss out on the bronze medals. Given that the Griffins are playing without motivation, likely thinking about their forthcoming holidays, while the Rossoblu might be playing their last match under Thiago Motta, my bet is on the visitors to win with a 0 handicap. Prediction on Total Bologna has conceded only 18 goals away from home and will not allow the hosts to roam freely in their penalty area. My bet is on Genoa's individual total under 1 goal.

22.05.2024

140

Benjamin Carter

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (+1)

Odds: 1.62Stake: 5/10

draw

On Thursday, 23 May, at 38th round of Italian Serie A, Cagliari will host Fiorentina. Last weekend, the hosts defeated Sassuolo and secured their place in the top league, while Fiorentina had to settle for a 2-2 draw with Napoli. Cagliari Returning to the top division last summer, Cagliari managed to secure their Serie A status ahead of the final round. The team sits in 15th place, 3 points clear of the relegation zone. Last weekend, Claudio Ranieri's men achieved their coveted goal, defeating Sassuolo 0-2 away, thus ending a five-match winless streak in the league (3 draws and 2 losses). After a goalless first half, Prati put the Sardinians ahead in the 71st minute, and Lapadula doubled the lead from the penalty spot in injury time. This week, it was announced that Ranieri will leave his post at the end of the season, ending his managerial career. There's no doubt the team will give their all on Thursday. Interestingly, in 15 of their previous 16 home matches, the hosts both scored and conceded. It's important to note that Cagliari holds a respectable 12th place in the home league table, having amassed 25 points in 18 matches, scoring 26 goals and conceding 29. Key midfielder Makumbu and winger Jankto are sidelined with injuries, while centre-back Dossena is suspended due to yellow card accumulation. Veteran striker Lapadula, a pivotal figure last season, has been less prolific this campaign (3 goals): the Peruvian scored last weekend and will continue to compete for the leading role in attack with Shomurodov (3 goals, 3 assists). New signing Gaetano (4 goals in 11 matches) is vying for the playmaker role, while the experienced Adam Obert might replace Dossena in defence. Fiorentina Fiorentina is eighth in the Serie A standings, in contention for a place in the Conference League preliminary round. However, their position remains precarious, as they are closely chased by Torino and Napoli, trailing by one and two points respectively. Vincenzo Italiano's side has been in good form lately: in their last six rounds, they've lost just once, won three times, and drawn twice. After a 2-1 victory over Monza, last weekend saw the Lilies draw 2-2 with Napoli. Rahmani's goal was answered by Biraghi and Nzola in the first half, but Kvaratskhelia equalised in the 57th minute. It's worth noting that Fiorentina ranks only 12th in the away table, having secured 19 points in 17 away matches, scoring 18 goals and conceding 20. Next Wednesday, they will face Olympiakos in the Conference League final. Forward Sottil (2 goals), who suffered a collarbone fracture in early May, remains unavailable this Thursday, but there are no other significant absences in the Florentine camp. Nzola (3 goals, 3 assists), who scored against Napoli, was benched last weekend with Belotti (1 goal) taking his place. Argentine winger Nico Gonzalez (10 goals) will handle creativity on the flank, alongside compatriot Beltran (6 goals). The coach might consider slight rotation, with the dynamic Ikone potentially replacing Christian Kouame. Head-to-Head In the first round of this season, Fiorentina triumphed 3-0. However, the visitors haven't won in their last four trips to Sardinia. Prediction for the match Cagliari Fiorentina Cagliari's home performances seldom allow opponents an easy win, and the additional incentive of giving Ranieri a fitting send-off will further motivate Rossoblu on Thursday. Meanwhile, Fiorentina's focus is on the upcoming Conference League final, with the national championship taking a backseat. Vincenzo Italiano might rest some of his key players, making a bet on the Sardinians' +1 handicap worthwhile.

22.05.2024

131

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Odds: 1.69Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Sunday, 19 May, Inter Milan will host Lazio in a crucial match for the 37th round of Serie A. While the Nerazzurri have already secured the Scudetto and might be taking it easy as the season wraps up, the capital team is eyeing a qualification spot for European competitions. Stadium The match will take place at the Giuseppe Meazza stadium in Milan. Inter This season, Inter has been head and shoulders above all competitors in Serie A, effortlessly clinching the Scudetto. The Lombardy side has lost only 2 matches in the league, both against a struggling Sassuolo. In the last two rounds, without much left to play for, the hosts comfortably won against Torino (2-0) and Frosinone last weekend (5-0). Frattesi put Simone Inzaghi's side ahead in the first half, whilst Arnautović, Buchanan, Martnez, and Thuram scored after the break. This triumph brought Inter to 92 points for the season. Winning both remaining matches would set a new club record, surpassing the 97 points achieved in the 2006-07 campaign. Moreover, Inter have kept a record-setting 21 clean sheets, and another would break the records held by Milan and Juventus. Its no surprise that the Nerazzurri have been the best home team in Serie A, with 45 points from 18 home matches, scoring 43 and conceding just 10. Inter can rely on key centre-back Acerbi once more, with no other squad absentees. Lazio Seventh in Serie A, six points clear of eighth-placed Fiorentina, Lazio have high hopes for Europa League qualification. Champions League qualification remains mathematically possible but is a long shot (trailing Roma by 4 points). The Bianconcelesti have been in good form since Igor Tudor took charge during the international break in March; since then, the Eagles have only lost to Roma in the derby (1-0) and secured five wins. Recently, the visitors drew 2-2 at Monza, but last weekend they overcame Empoli 2-0. Lazio rank sixth in away points (26 from 18 matches). Only Bologna have conceded fewer goals (2) than Lazio in the last five rounds (3). Lazio are missing centre-back Gila and key Spanish playmaker Luis Alberto (5 goals and 7 assists), both in the medical room. Additionally, centre-back Romagnoli will be suspended due to yellow card accumulation. Head-to-Head In the first-round match, Inter won 2-0 against Lazio. However, in January, the Nerazzurri defeated the Bianconcelesti 3-0 in the semi-final of the domestic cup. Prediction for Inter vs Lazio Inter are motivated to surpass their record for points in a season and have been almost invincible at home this campaign. Although Lazio have improved under Igor Tudor, they fall short in terms of personnel quality. I don't see how the Eagles can outshine the reigning champions, hence my bet is on a home win. Prediction on Total Inter concede only 0.5 goals per game at home and can count on a strong defence with Acerbi back. I bet on Lazio's individual total under 1 goal. Prediction on Corners Inter will likely take the initiative, supported by their home crowd, and play more attacking football. I wager that the hosts will win at least six corners in the match. Prediction on Yellow Cards In the two previous meetings this season, these teams accumulated a total of just three yellow cards per game. Thus, I bet on a total under 4.5 yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a 2-0 win for Inter.

18.05.2024

Liam Wright

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Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Odds: 3.61Stake: 5/10

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On Sunday, 19 May, in the framework of the 37th round of the Italian Serie A, "Monza" will host "Frosinone". The lacklustre season finish from the Biancorossi gives the Canaries hope for a much-needed victory, as the guests are ahead of 18th-placed "Empoli" only by goal difference. Stadium The match will take place in Monza at the Brianteo Stadium. "Monza" In their second Serie A season, "Monza" managed to secure their place in the top division once again. The Lombardy-based team currently occupies the 12th spot in the standings with 45 points from 36 matches, falling just short of contending for the European spots. The Biancorossi cannot drop below 12th place, with "Lecce" trailing Palladinos side by eight points. In recent weeks, the hosts have not been able to secure a win since returning from the international break in March (3 draws and 4 losses). They split points with "Lecce" (1-1) and "Lazio" (2-2), but last Monday, "Monza" fell to "Fiorentina" (2-1). Milan Djurić put the white and reds ahead early in the match, but "La Viola" turned the game around thanks to efforts from Gonzalez and Arthur Melo. It is important to note that "Monza" ranks only 13th in the overall standings for points accumulated at home (24 in 18 home fixtures, 23 goals scored, 25 conceded). "Frosinone" Having returned to the top division last summer, "Frosinone" is expectedly fighting to avoid relegation. With 2 rounds remaining in the national championship, the Canaries sit in the 17th spot in the Serie A standings, sharing the same number of points as the trailing "Empoli". The team recently ended a 12-match winless streak (6 draws and 6 losses) by beating struggling "Salernitana" 3-0. They then drew 0-0 with direct survival competitor "Empoli" and last weekend suffered a heavy defeat at home to "Inter" (0-5). It's worth mentioning that the yellow and blues are the absolute worst team in the Serie A for performances on the road (7 points in 18 away fixtures, 15 goals scored, 37 conceded). Canaries fans will be pleased that their favourites have managed to keep a clean sheet four times in the last six rounds. Head-to-Head The first-round duel ended with a thrilling victory for "Monza" away with a score of 2-3. Furthermore, the guests have never beaten the Biancorossi at their home ground. Match Prediction: "Monza" vs "Frosinone" Apart from the defeat to "Inter", "Frosinone" has looked decent in recent weeks. Nonetheless, wins come hard for Di Francesco's men, and their away form concerns their supporters. "Monza" is winding down the season without much motivation but intends to bid farewell to their fans in the final home match of the championship. My prediction is a draw. Total Prediction In the last five head-to-head encounters, these teams have always exchanged goals. There is every reason to believe it will be the same this time around. Corner Prediction "Frosinone" is motivated by the survival battle and will be forced to attack. I predict the Canaries will have an Individual Total Over 4.5 corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Neither team is particularly known for excessive rough play, averaging only 2 yellow cards per game. I predict a Total Under 4.5 yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a final score of 1-1.

18.05.2024

109

Liam Wright

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Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (+1)

Odds: 1.59Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Saturday, 18 May, as part of Matchday 37 of the Italian Serie A, "Lecce" will host "Atalanta" on their home turf. Between a loss in the national cup final and a trip to Dublin for the decisive Europa League match, the Bergamo club will aim to cement their fifth position in the league standings, while the hosts have almost guaranteed their survival. Stadium The match will take place at the Via del Mare Stadium in Lecce. "Lecce" Occupying 13th place in the Serie A table and being five points above the relegation zone, "Lecce" has almost secured their stay in the top division. The Apulians went unbeaten for four matches (2 wins and 2 draws), distancing themselves from the relegation zone. However, last Monday, despite the support of their tifosi, they missed the chance to pull further away from direct competitors and lost to "Udinese" 0-2. In the first half, Lorenzo Lucca put the Zebras ahead, and after the break, Lazar Samardžić strengthened their advantage. Since the arrival of new head coach Luca Gotti, the hosts have lost just once in their last seven matches, which surely pleases fans; however, the team failed to score in four of their last six duels at Via del Marethe same number as in their previous 14. Overall, "Lecce" is only 15th in the overall standings in terms of points earned at home (24 in 18 matches, 17 goals scored, 25 conceded). "Atalanta" "Atalanta" holds 5th place in the Serie A table and, with a game in hand, is three points clear of sixth place. Thus, "La Dea" has every chance of participating in the upcoming Champions League. Last weekend, Gian Piero Gasperini's side took a crucial step towards this goal by defeating "Roma" 2-1. This triumph over the capital giant followed victories against "Monza" (2-1), "Empoli" (2-0), and "Salernitana" (2-1). However, last Wednesday, the Bergamasque disappointed their tifosi by capitulating in the national cup final to "Juventus" with a 0-1 score, with Duan Vlahović's goal at the very start of the match deciding everything. In the Europa League, "Atalanta" dismantled "Marseille" (4-1 on aggregate) and will face Bayer Leverkusen in the final. It is important to note that the guests are seventh in the overall standings in terms of points gained away from home (25 in 18 matches, 28 goals scored, 26 conceded). Key defender Kolainac and centre-back Holm are absent from Atalanta's squad. Head-to-head After suffering a 1-0 defeat in the December first-leg match, "Lecce" prevailed twice last season. Lecce vs Atalanta Prediction "Atalanta" has won three of their last four away matches in Serie A and stands a good chance of finishing in the Champions League zone. However, the Bergamasque have spent recent weeks in an energy-draining schedule and will likely be both emotionally and physically exhausted after the Coppa Italia final disappointment. "Lecce" will ensure their survival if they gain another point and will be motivated to perform well in front of their home crowd. I'm backing the underdog handicap at +1. Total Prediction In four of the last five head-to-head meetings, both teams have scored. The guests will likely not be in their best physical condition, but are more than capable of scoring. I'm betting on both teams to score. Corner Prediction With the support of the home crowd, the hosts won't remain on their half of the pitch and will regularly threaten the opponent's goal. I'm placing my bet on "Lecce" individual total corners over 3.5. Yellow Cards Prediction Both teams have not yet decided their goals for the current national campaign, so they wont treat the match lightly; I'm betting on the overall total bookings over 3.5. Score Prediction I'm predicting a 1-1 draw.

16.05.2024

129

Liam Wright

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Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Draw

Odds: 3.26Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Saturday, 18 May, as part of the 37th round of the Italian Serie A, Torino will meet with Milan. Securing the second spot in the standings, Stefano Pioli's team has no concrete motivation for the remaining matches, while the Bulls still have a shot at finishing in the European competition zone. Stadium The match will take place in Turin at the Olimpico Stadium. Torino Torino is used to languishing in the lower part of the standings, but this season the team is eager to break this trend. The Piedmont team is currently in 10th place in Serie A, yet their chances of making it to European competitions remain slim (one more game played and three points behind Fiorentina in 8th place). Last weekend, Ivan Juric's men won 2-1 against crisis-stricken Verona, breaking a five-match winless streak in the league (three draws and two losses). After a goalless first half, the Mastiffs took the lead in the 67th minute through Swiderski, but Savva and Pellegri's late goals secured the victory for the Bulls. It is noteworthy that in 2024, the hosts have conceded just two goals in nine home matchesfewer than any other team in the divisionand their total of 15 goals conceded at home is the best in the current Serie A season. Meanwhile, the white-and-brown team is only ninth in the overall home performance standings, with 30 points from 18 matches. Milan Though Milan exited the scudetto race early this season, the club has already secured second place in the standings and a spot in the Champions League. The Rossoneri had a commendable second half of the campaign but started to slow down in the spring. The visitors went four rounds without a win (three draws and one loss), but their winless streak ended last weekend with a convincing 5-1 victory over Cagliari. Goals came from Bennacer, Pulisic (brace), Reijnders, and Leao. Notably, since the beginning of the year, Stefano Pioli's side has scored at least three times in half of the 18 league gamesonly Manchester City, Liverpool, and Arsenal have done so more often among Europe's top five leagues. However, their defence has been less reliable, securing only one clean sheet in the last six matches across all competitions. Milan performs excellently away from home, earning 35 points in 18 away matches (the second-best record in the division): scoring 37 goals and conceding 29. Head-to-Head In the first-round match, Milan thrashed their opponent 4-1 at home. However, the visitors have won only once in the last ten head-to-head encounters on Torino's turf. Match Prediction: Torino vs Milan Stefano Piolis side has already secured the silver medals in the league and will play the remaining two rounds without any standings motivation. The same cannot be said for the Bulls, who still harbour hopes of finishing in the European competition zone. The hosts have performed very well at home this season and concede rarely, thus betting on the white-and-brown team to avoid defeat seems sensible. Total Goals Prediction This year, only the newly crowned champions Inter have scored more away goals than Milan20, but Torino rarely allows opponents to run riot at their own ground and concedes very few. Im betting on the overall total goals being under 3. Corner Prediction Torino seldom allows opponents to create dangerous moments near their own goal at home, making it reasonable to bet on the Bulls' Individual Total Under (ITU) 5.5 corners. Yellow Cards Prediction Both teams average around two yellow cards per game, so I'll bet on the overall total of cards being under 4.5. Score Prediction I'll bet on a 0-0 draw in favour of Torino.

16.05.2024

118

Benjamin Carter

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Handicap1 (0)

Odds: 1.75Stake: 5/10

draw

On Friday, 17 May, at 37 Tour of Italy's Serie A, Fiorentina will host Napoli. Last week, the Violets advanced to the Conference League final by beating Monza 2-1, while the Partenopei are experiencing massive difficulties and risk missing out on European competition. Fiorentina Fiorentina are in 8th place in Serie A with a game in hand and a 2-point lead over Napoli. However, they must remain vigilant, as they are only six points away from the 7th place, which grants access to the Europa League. After three unbeaten games (2 wins and 1 draw), the Tuscans were defeated 2-1 in Verona but secured a 2-1 victory over Monza on Monday, thanks to goals from Nicolas Gonzalez and Arthur Melo. In the Conference League, the Lilywhites defeated Brugge (4-3 on aggregate) and will face Olympiacos in the final. Notably, Fiorentina have the seventh-highest home points tally (34 points in 18 matches). Furthermore, they've scored and conceded in each of their last seven Serie A home games and haven't kept a clean sheet since December. The Violets will miss winger Sottil (2 goals in Serie A) for the rest of the season due to injury. Key players Ikone (3 goals) and Belotti (1 goal) are also absent. Argentinian winger Nico Gonzalez (10 goals), who scored against Verona, is expected to spearhead the attack this Friday, along with compatriot Beltran (6 goals). The coaching staff might delay squad rotation, considering the team has a week's break after this match. Napoli This season, Napoli has disappointed their fans, languishing at the bottom of the fight for European spots. The 2023 Italian champions are 9th in Serie A, trailing Fiorentina by 2 points. Recently, the Partenopei have hit a slump, with only one win, five draws, and three losses in their last nine games. They drew with Roma (2-2) and Udinese (1-1) but lost 2-0 at home to Bologna last weekend after Dan Ndoye and Stefan Posch scored in the first 12 minutes, and Politano missed a penalty. The coaching staff will be concerned about Napoli conceding in each of their previous 15 Serie A matches. Napoli performs well away from home, ranking 4th in away points (27 points in 18 matches), scoring 29 goals and conceding only 19. Playmaker Zielinski remains sidelined due to injury, and theres uncertainty about the participation of forward Raspadori (5 goals) and Belgian Dendoncker. As often this season, the attacking trio will consist of Politano (8 goals and 6 assists), Kvaratskhelia (10 goals and 6 assists), and Victor Osimhen (15 goals and 3 assists). Winter signing Ngonge (1 goal) is ready to bolster the attack from the bench in the second half, while Rrahmani and Jesus will anchor the central defence. Head-to-Head In December, Napoli under Rudi Garca lost 3-1 to Fiorentina but avenged themselves with a 3-0 win in the Italian Super Cup semi-finals in January. Napoli haven't lost at Fiorentina's home since April 2018. Fiorentina vs Napoli Prediction Napoli are in a deep crisis and winless in their last five games. The hosts, by contrast, have secured three wins in their last five matches and generally show quality over the distance. The support of the home crowd should give the Lilywhites extra strength, so I'll back a home win with a 0 handicap.

16.05.2024

132

Liam Wright

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Cup

Handicap1 (0)

Odds: 1.86Stake: 5/10

lose

-5.0

On Wednesday, 15 May, in the final of the Coppa Italia, Atalanta will face Juventus. "La Dea" is yearning to secure their first major trophy in 61 years, while the Turin giants are experiencing significant problems in recent weeks and hope a win will salvage an otherwise dismal season. Stadium The match will be held in Rome at the Stadio Olimpico. Atalanta In their history, Atalanta have won only one Coppa Italia, back in 1963. In recent seasons, the Bergamascans have been getting closer to the title, evidenced by their lost finals in 2019 and 2021. In this year's competition, the nominal hosts first defeated Sassuolo (3:1), then surprised Milan (1:2), and overcame Fiorentina in the semi-final (4:2 on aggregate). In the league, Gian Piero Gasperinis men occupy the fifth spot on the table, holding one game and a three-point lead over Roma, keeping their Champions League hopes alive. Atalanta's confidence is bolstered by four consecutive victories against Monza (1:2), Empoli (2:0), Salernitana (1:2), and Roma last weekend (2:1). De Ketelaere scored a brace in the first half, while Roma responded only with Pellegrini's penalty. In the Europa League, "La Dea" defeated Marseille last week (4:1 on aggregate) and will face the invincible Bayer Leverkusen in the final. Juventus Juventus are the most successful team in Coppa Italia history, boasting 14 titles. The Piedmont outfit last claimed victory in this tournament in 2021 and reached the finals in 2020 and 2022. In this campaign, the "Old Lady" defeated Salernitana (6:1), Frosinone (4:0), and Lazio (3:2 on aggregate) in the previous rounds. In the domestic league, the Bianconeri have long vied with Inter for the Scudetto, but their form has dipped since January. Max Allegri's men now sit fourth in the Serie A table, having already secured a Champions League spot. Furthermore, Juventus have secured just 2 wins out of their last 15 matches, with 9 draws and 4 losses, including a 1:1 home draw against struggling Salernitana last weekend. "The Seahorses" took the lead through Perozzi in the first half, and only a 91st-minute goal by Rabiot salvaged a point for the favourites. Juventus have been woeful away from home this spring, not winning a single away match since mid-January, securing just one clean sheet. Head-to-Head Atalanta and Juventus couldn't determine a winner in the league this season, drawing both in Bergamo (0:0) and Turin (2:2). Match Prediction: Atalanta vs Juventus Atalanta have been in phenomenal form this spring and are one step away from clinching the much-awaited trophy. The Bergamascans have secured three consecutive victories and are undefeated in their last seven matches, whereas Juventus' crisis is evident, as the Turin side failed to overcome even the sinking Salernitana at home last weekend. Hence, I back Atalanta to win with a 0 handicap. Prediction on Total Goals The teams are unlikely to accelerate the tempo on the pitch, considering the match's significance. Only one of the previous four head-to-head encounters has seen more than two goals scored, so I bet on a total under 2.5 goals. Prediction on Corners In two head-to-head matches this season, the teams have only managed seven corners between them, so a total under 8.5 corners seems reasonable. Prediction on Yellow Cards The Coppa Italia final is a special moment for every footballer, so no one will hold back in the challenges. I back over 4.5 yellow cards. Score Prediction I predict a 1:0 victory for Atalanta.

14.05.2024

Benjamin Carter

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Soccer

Italy - Serie C

Taranto and Vicenza are set to clash today in the play-offs for the right to play in Serie B. Current form of Taranto Taranto's most recent match against Picerno ended in a goalless draw, as did the first, but in the second meeting of the 1/16 finals, Taranto failed to secure a win, even with a one-man advantage from the 20th minute onwards. Based on the overall stats for the current 2023/2024 season, Taranto secured the 5th spot on the tournament table with 65 points earned from 20 victories, 9 losses, and 9 draws. They netted 46 goals and conceded 31. Before the play-offs, Taranto had a winning streak of 4 consecutive games. Current form of Vicenza Vicenza continues to perform strongly in Serie C in the current 2023/2024 season. Their last regular season match against Alessandria resulted in a 2:1 victory for Vicenza. Vicenza claimed the third spot in the table with a total of 71 points after 38 matches played. The team exhibited strength in their numbers, triumphing in 20 games, conceding just 7 and ending in a draw 11 times. Match prediction: Taranto - Vicenza Taranto played two dreadfully boring play-off matches, but they haven't suffered a loss in a while, much like Vicenza. I foresee a draw in this match.

14.05.2024

Benjamin Carter

Expert

Soccer

Italy - Serie C

Handicap2 (0)

Odds: 2.34Stake: 5/10

win

+6.7

Today Perugia will tackle Carrarese in the Serie C of Italy. Current form of Perugia In Perugia's last 1/16 finals promotion playoff match against Rimini, the score remained a stalemate - 0:0. However, Perugia advanced due to their home advantage. Perugia secured the fourth spot in the table with 63 points after 38 games played. The team showcased 17 victories, 9 losses and 12 ties, thus ensuring an overall ball ratio of 44:35. Their form in the last 5 matches has been lukewarm, with 1 win and 2 draws. Current form of Carrarese Carrarese continues to perform confidently in the Serie C of the 2023/2024 season, exhibiting stable results. The last match they played against the Pontedera team culminated in a 2:1 victory. Carrarese shows good form, as evidenced by their 5 victories from the last 7 matches. In Serie C, Carrarese took the 3rd position in the tournament table with 73 points, losing only 7 out of 38 games. Match prediction for Perugia - Carrarese I expect that the visitors will at least hold a draw in the first match of the 1/8 finals, courtesy of their excellent winning form.

14.05.2024

Liam Wright

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Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Odds: 1.55Stake: 5/10

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On Monday 13th May, during the 36th round of the Italian Serie A, Fiorentina will host Monza. The teams are separated by five points in the league table, but the "Viola" still have an excellent chance of progressing to the European competitions either through the national championship or through a triumph in the Conference League. Stadium The match will take place in Florence at the Artemio Franchi Stadium. Fiorentina Fiorentina continues to fight for a spot in the European zone, currently occupying the 9th position in the Serie A table with one game in hand and trailing Napoli by only one point. Last weekend, the Tuscan team failed, losing 2:1 to Verona, this way ending their three-match unbeaten run which had included two wins over Salernitana (0:2) and Sassuolo (5:1). This week, the Florentine team managed a draw with Club Brugge (1:1) thanks to a penalty goal by Lucas Beltran, which was enough for them to reach the Conference League final for the second year in a row (victory in the first match - 3:2). After two seasons as head coach, Vincenzo Italiano will leave the team in the summer and following their recent elimination from the country's cup competition, his last chance to claim a trophy will come in the Greek capital against Olympiakos. Important to note, Fiorentina is ranked seventh overall in terms of home points accumulated (31 from 17 games, 33 goals for and 19 against). Monza Monza sits in 11th place in the Serie A standings and is finishing the season without any stress or objectives. The team has not won in their last 6 matches, drawing three times and suffering 3 defeats. Having lost at home to Atalanta (1:2), Monza then shared points with Lecce (1:1) and Lazio last weekend (2:2), where Djuric's late goal saved the Rossoneri from defeat. No team picked up fewer points over this period than Raffaele Palladino's side, which included already-relegated Salernitana and crisis-stricken Frosinone. On the plus side, Monza has performed rather well on the road, picking up 21 points from 17 fixtures (the ninth-best tally in the division), scoring 15 goals and conceding 21. It may also worry fans that their team has only managed one clean sheet in their last six games. Head to Head The first-round fixture between these teams ended with Fiorentina winning 1:0 away at Monza. However, the Biancorossi haven't lost a single match to the Viola in their two previous meets. Match Prediction for Fiorentina vs Monza Fiorentina has been performing exceptionally well at home, and the depth of their squad allows Vincenzo Italiano to rotate without affecting the high performance. Monza, having nothing much at stake for the remainder of the tournament, is simply enjoying the games, which has had a visible impact on results: they have not won a single match since the end of March. My prediction - a home triumph for the Viola. Prediction on Total Fiorentina has consistently been scoring two goals per game at home this season, while the visitors have conceded 9 goals in their last five matches. Thus, ITO 1.5 for the home team seems a safe bet. Prediction on Corners Fiorentina, driven by the pursuit of a European place and backed by their home fans, should triumph in terms of corners with a -1.5 handicap. Prediction on Yellow Cards Both teams average more than two yellow cards per game this season, for this reason, my bet is on TU 3.5 for the overall number of bookings. Prediction on Score I predict a 2:1 win for Fiorentina.

12.05.2024

100

Liam Wright

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Soccer

Italy - Serie A

Odds: 3.02Stake: 5/10

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On Monday, 13th of May, as part of the 36th round of the Italian Serie A, Lecce will host Udinese at their home pitch. Lecce can secure their safety from relegation with a win, whereas the Zebras desperately need all three points, being two points adrift from the safe 17th place. Stadium The duel will take place in Lecce at the Stadio Via del Mare. Lecce Currently occupying the 13th spot on the Serie A table, Lecce stand 7 points clear from the relegation zone with three matches remaining, thus having a good chance of remaining within the elite division. The Apulian squad managed to pick up a good spring streak: over the last seven rounds, manager Luca Gotti's team only lost to Milan while winning three times and drawing thrice. After crucial victories over Empoli (1:0) and Sassuolo (0:3), Lecce shared points with Monza (1:1) and Cagliari (1:1) last weekend. Forward Nikola Krstovic played a key role in the club's improved results, directly contributing to goals in each of the last three matches. And in general, the team managed to keep four clean sheets in the previous seven rounds. It's also worth noting that Lecce have achieved the 13th highest home-points haul in the division, with 24 points from 17 home matches, scoring 17 goals and conceding 23. Udinese Udinese haven't had the best of seasons and avoiding relegation will be a tall order. The Friulians currently find themselves in 18th place in the Serie A table, two points adrift from safety. The visitors have not won any of their last seven matches (3 draws and 4 losses): after three narrow losses (to Inter, Verona, and Roma), the Black and Whites managed to hold Bologna to a 1:1 draw and then Napoli last weekend. The 18 draws Udinese have had in this campaign are not only the highest among the top five European leagues but also the most for the club in the last 41 years. Furthermore, no team has lost more points due to goals conceded in the final 20 minutes of matches (18). Only Salernitana, who are already relegated to Serie B, have earned fewer points against teams in the lower half of the table than Fabio Cannavaro's men. However, in terms of away points gained, the Striped ones claim a respectable 13th spot in the league (17 points in 17 fixtures). Head-to-Head Match prediction: Lecce vs Udinese Only one of the last 15 Serie A meetings at the Via del Mare between these teams has ended in a draw, and there hasn't been one since 2008. That pattern could be broken tonight, especially given the Bianconeri's reputation for draws in Italy. Along the same line, the hosts have drawn three out of their last six league games. Over/Under prediction Both teams grasp the importance of avoiding defeat in this encounter, so an open game packed full of goal-scoring chances seems unlikely. I predict total goals under 2.5. Corners prediction The battle will mainly take place in midfield and getting to threatening positions near the goal won't occur frequently. I predict total corners under 8.5. Yellow cards prediction Both teams are driven by a survival instinct and usually receive more than two yellow cards per game. I expect the referee to hand out at least four bookings. Score prediction I predict a final scoreline of 1:1.

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