👉 What is the recommended bet for Bologna vs Fiorentina?

The prediction and suggested bet for Bologna vs Fiorentina on January 18, 2026, in the analysis written by the experts is: Under 2.5 goals ⇒ bet available on Bet365.

👉 In which stadium will Bologna vs Fiorentina be played?

The Bologna vs Fiorentina match on January 18, 2026, will take place in Bologna, Stadio Renato Dall'Ara.

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Bologna vs Fiorentina Prediction – Serie A

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Here you can find the best prediction for Bologna vs Fiorentina in Serie A, along with an analysis of the match and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent results and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for this game between Bologna vs Fiorentina.

Bologna

January 18, 2026 – 14::00
Serie A TIM
2025/2026
Regular season – Round 21

Fiorentina

Betting tip and prediction for this match between Bologna vs Fiorentina

The best prediction for Bologna vs Fiorentina in Serie A is for there to be under 2.5 goals. It is expected that Bologna will control the game, but the visitors excel at slowing down the play, reducing the chances of many dangerous situations. Furthermore, it is important to highlight that the “Under 2.5 Goals” market has won in 67% of Bologna’s home games.

Best prediction for Bologna vs Fiorentina

Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting prediction)
Under 3.5 goals (live betting prediction, double or triple)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (riskier prediction)

Match prediction for Bologna vs Fiorentina

The teams Bologna and Fiorentina compete at the Stadio Renato Dall’Ara in a match for the 21st round of Serie A TIM. The last time they met in this league, the two teams drew (2-2) on October 26, 2025. The head-to-head results at this stadium favor the home team, which has won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1 of the last 5 encounters. In fact, in the most recent match at this stadium for Serie A TIM on December 15, 2024, Bologna won (1-0) with Jens Odgaard scoring the only goal of the match. In this encounter, the home advantage could play a decisive role, as Fiorentina has shown variations in performance in home and away matches.

Bologna Analysis

The home team currently sits in 8th place, having earned 30 points from 8 wins, 6 draws, and 6 losses. In the penultimate match, they drew against Como (1-1). In the last match, they won against Hellas Verona (2-3). This team is less affected by home advantage, showing similar results at home and away as they register 6 wins, 4 draws, and 5 losses in their last 30 away games, with 22 goals scored and 19 conceded, compared to 6 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses at home, scoring 20 goals and conceding 15. In their last 9 home games in the league, Bologna has collected 4 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses, accumulating 14 points out of 27 possible. The most common scoreline at the end of the first 45 minutes at their stadium has been 0-0, which occurred in 6 of their 9 matches. Recently, they have allowed goals to their opponents in 8 of the last 10 matches, indicating a lack of defensive solidity, but their attack has been regular, scoring in 8 of their last 10 league matches. In 20 matches in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 11 times and have only managed to turn the score around 3 times.

Bologna enters this match motivated after a victory against Hellas Verona, claiming the second consecutive match without defeat in Serie A: the goals for the team came from Santiago Castro, Jens Odgaard, and Riccardo Orsolini. The home team typically plays in a 4-3-3 formation, preferring a faster style of play, with the three attacking players being Jonathan Rowe, Thijs Dallinga, and Riccardo Orsolini. One of the main weaknesses of this team is their aerial game, where they often struggle significantly. Federico Bernardeschi and Jhon Lucumí are sidelined due to injuries.

Confirmed lineup: Federico Ravaglia, Torbjørn Heggem, Nicolò Casale, Juan Miranda, Nadir Zortea, Remo Freuler, Tommaso Pobega, Giovanni Fabbian, Santiago Castro, Jonathan Rowe, Benja Domínguez.
Coach: S. Mihajlović.

Fiorentina Analysis

The away team is currently in 18th place, having earned 14 points from 2 wins, 8 draws, and 10 losses. In the penultimate match, they drew against Lazio (2-2). In their last match, they drew at home against AC Milan (1-1). This team is affected by home advantage, as they perform better with the support of their fans; in their last 30 games, they have recorded 2 wins, 6 draws, and 7 losses as visitors, with a total of 15 goals scored and 20 conceded. At home, they have secured 6 wins, 3 draws, and 6 losses, with a total of 24 goals scored and 21 conceded. In the last 10 away league matches, Fiorentina has achieved 5 draws and 5 losses, earning only 5 points out of 30 possible.

For this competition, they have not won as visitors in 10 matches. The most common halftime result in their away league games has been 0-0 (7 out of 10 matches). Defensive solidity has not been their strength, as they have conceded goals in 9 of the last 10 matches, but their offense has scored regularly, finding the net in 8 of their last 10 matches in this competition. In 20 matches in this competition, they have conceded the first goal 10 times and have never managed to turn the score around. There is one significant period in their last 10 away matches in this competition: they scored 3 of their 7 goals between the 46’ and 60’ minute marks.

Fiorentina enters this match after a 1-1 draw against Milan, marking the third consecutive match without defeat in Serie A: the sole goal for the team was scored by Pietro Comuzzo. The away team usually employs a 4-3-3 tactical system, favoring a slower style of play, attacking through the flanks. In this setup, the three players expected to take on more offensive responsibilities will likely be Albert Guðmundsson, Moise Kean, and Fabiano Parisi. It’s worth noting that for the midfield area, the visiting coach may opt for Nicolò Fagioli, Marco Brescianini, and Cher Ndour. Edin Džeko and Tariq Lamptey are unavailable for this match due to physical issues.

Confirmed lineup: David de Gea, Dodô, Robin Gosens, Pietro Comuzzo, Marin Pongracic, Fabiano Parisi, Cher Ndour, Rolando Mandragora, Nicolò Fagioli, Albert Gudmundsson, Moise Kean.
Coach: R. Palladino.

Best prediction for Bologna vs Fiorentina

Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting prediction)
Under 3.5 goals (live betting prediction, double or triple)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (riskier prediction)