Empoli vs Cagliari Prediction – Serie A
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Here you find the best prediction for Empoli vs Cagliari in Serie A, along with match analysis and betting tips.
Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including recent records and key statistics from their last matches to provide the best prediction for the Empoli vs Cagliari clash.
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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Empoli vs Cagliari
The best prediction for Empoli vs Cagliari in Serie A is that there will be fewer than 2.5 goals. It is anticipated that while the match is expected to trend in favour of the visitors, both teams typically prioritise strong defensive play. Notably, the “less than 2.5 goals” market has been successful in 71% of Empoli’s home games, indicating a strong likelihood that the teams will maintain a cautious approach with few scoring opportunities.
The best prediction for Empoli vs Cagliari
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
Match preview: Empoli vs Cagliari
Empoli and Cagliari face off at Stadio Carlo Castellani in the 31st round of Serie A. In their last encounter in this competition on 20 September 2024, Empoli emerged victorious with a score of 0-2. The recent head-to-head record leans towards the home side, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in the last 5 encounters. The home advantage could be significant, considering the differences in each team’s home and away performances.
Team analysis: Empoli
The home side is currently positioned 18th, having amassed 23 points from 4 wins, 11 draws, and 15 losses. In their last outing, they lost 0-1 to Torino and previously managed a 1-1 draw. Interestingly, Empoli has shown better form away from home than at the Stadio Carlo Castellani, recording only 1 win, 5 draws, and 9 losses in their last 15 home matches, with 5 goals scored and 23 conceded. They come into this match on the back of a 0-3 home defeat to Bologna. In the league, Empoli has only secured 5 points from a possible 30 in their last 10 home games, failing to win in 8 consecutive matches at home. A common result at half-time in their home fixtures has been 0-0, observed in 9 out of 14 matches. The defence has been fragile, conceding in all of their last 10 league games, and 10 of the last 14 matches have ended with fewer than 2.5 goals. In the league, Empoli has never managed to overcome a deficit in any of the 15 matches in which they conceded first.
Empoli’s recent form worsened following a 0-3 defeat to Bologna in the Italian Cup. In Serie A, their last match resulted in a draw (1-1). The home team typically fields a 3-4-3 formation, with attackers such as Christian Kouamé, Lorenzo Colón, and Sebastiano Esposito leading the line. The playmaker is Alberto Grassi, known for his vision and passing ability. Missing from this match are Emmanuel Gyasi and Jacopo Fazzini, who are suspended, along with Nicolas Haas, Youssef Maleh, Szymon Żurkowski, Ardian Ismajli, Tino Anjorin, Saba Sazonov, and Pietro Pellegri due to injury concerns.
Team analysis: Cagliari
The visiting team finds itself in 15th place, having earned 29 points from 7 wins, 8 draws, and 15 losses. Their last match ended in a 0-1 defeat against Rome, but prior to that, they secured a solid 3-0 home win against Monza. Cagliari tends to perform better at home, with 6 wins, 2 draws, and 7 losses out of 15 home matches as opposed to just 2 wins, 4 draws, and 9 losses away. In the league, Cagliari has only achieved 6 points from a possible 30, with 1 win, 3 draws, and 6 losses in their last 10 away games. Their matches often see a half-time score of 1-0, a statistic apparent in 6 of their last 14 outings. The defence has shown weaknesses, conceding in 8 of the last 10 league games. In 30 league matches, they have conceded the first goal 18 times, managing to only turn the score around in 2 instances.
Cagliari enters this match full of confidence following a 3-0 victory over Monza, with goals from Nicolas Viola, Gianluca Gaetano, and Zito Luvumbo. The team commonly deploys a 3-4-3 formation, with forwards Nicolas Viola, Roberto Piccoli, and Mattia Felici leading the attack. Their offensive play often exploits the right wing, benefiting from the pace of defender Nadri Zorta. However, Adam Obert will miss this match due to injury concerns.
Best predictions for this match
Under 1.5 goals in the 1st half (live betting)
Under 3.5 goals (prediction for live, double or triple bet)
Under 3.0 Asian goals (risky prediction)
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