Bologna vs Empoli: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 31 August

Betiball's prediction for Bologna vs Empoli on 31 August 2024 (kick-off: 12:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Bologna vs Empoli preview before placing your bet.

Bologna vs Empoli: Starting Lineups Time : 31/08/2024 12:30

Bologna
1 - 1
Finished
Empoli
82' event Kacper Urbanski / Riccardo Orsolini
82' event Lorenzo De Silvestri / Jhon Janer Lucumi
65' event Thijs Dallinga / Giovanni Fabbian
54' event Michel Aebischer / Nikola Moro
54' event Jens Odgaard / Jesper Karlsson
2' event Giovanni Fabbian
event 90+4' Liam Henderson
event 90+3' Devis Vasquez
event 72' Liberato Cacace / Giuseppe Pezzella
event 67' Nicolas Haas / Jacopo Fazzini
event 67' Pietro Pellegri / Ola Solbakken
event 61' Sebastiano Esposito / Lorenzo Colombo
event 61' Youssef Maleh / Alberto Grassi
event 55' Giuseppe Pezzella
event 3' Emmanuel Gyasi
82' event Kacper Urbanski / Riccardo Orsolini
event 90+4' Liam Henderson
82' event Lorenzo De Silvestri / Jhon Janer Lucumi
event 90+3' Devis Vasquez
65' event Thijs Dallinga / Giovanni Fabbian
event 72' Liberato Cacace / Giuseppe Pezzella
54' event Michel Aebischer / Nikola Moro
event 67' Nicolas Haas / Jacopo Fazzini
54' event Jens Odgaard / Jesper Karlsson
event 67' Pietro Pellegri / Ola Solbakken
2' event Giovanni Fabbian
event 61' Sebastiano Esposito / Lorenzo Colombo
event 61' Youssef Maleh / Alberto Grassi
event 55' Giuseppe Pezzella
event 3' Emmanuel Gyasi
Bologna Bologna
Substitutions
#21 Jens Odgaard
#29 Lorenzo De Silvestri
#24 Thijs Dallinga
#82 Kacper Urbanski
#20 Michel Aebischer
#22 Charalampos Lykogiannis
#34 Federico Ravaglia
#18 Tommaso Pobega
#23 Nicola Bagnolini
#4 Mihajlo Ilic
#2 Emil Holm
#14 Samuel Iling
#16 Tommaso Corazza
Bologna Bologna Empoli Empoli
14Shots3
3Shots on Goal2
15Fouls18
6Corner Kick3
20Free kick19
2Offside1
0Yellow card3
33Aerial35
1Save2
15Successful Tackles19
4Interceptions14
42Long pass19
1Assist1
5Substitution5
9Shots off goal1
19Head Success15
2Blocked0
15Tackle19
4Dribbles13
40Throw-in11
598Passes282
115Attacks78
58Dangerous attacks21
3Corner Kicks(HT)1
Empoli Empoli
Substitutions
#93 Youssef Maleh
#9 Pietro Pellegri
#99 Sebastiano Esposito
#13 Liberato Cacace
#32 Nicolas Haas
#12 Jacopo Seghetti
#35 Luca Marianucci
#98 Federico Brancolini
#15 Saba Sazonov
#19 Emmanuel Ekong
Commentary
90+4' Liam Henderson - Empoli receive a yellow card
90+3' Devis Vasquez - Empoli receive a yellow card
82' Bologna — substitution: Kacper Urbanski / Riccardo Orsolini
82' Bologna — substitution: Lorenzo De Silvestri / Jhon Janer Lucumi
72' Empoli — substitution: Liberato Cacace / Giuseppe Pezzella
67' Empoli — substitution: Nicolas Haas / Jacopo Fazzini
67' Empoli — substitution: Pietro Pellegri / Ola Solbakken
65' Bologna — substitution: Thijs Dallinga / Giovanni Fabbian
61' Empoli — substitution: Sebastiano Esposito / Lorenzo Colombo
61' Empoli — substitution: Youssef Maleh / Alberto Grassi
55' Giuseppe Pezzella - Empoli receive a yellow card
54' Bologna — substitution: Michel Aebischer / Nikola Moro
54' Bologna — substitution: Jens Odgaard / Jesper Karlsson
3' Goal! Emmanuel Gyasi - Empoli
2' Goal! Giovanni Fabbian - Bologna

How We Build the Bologna vs Empoli Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Bologna vs Empoli on 31 August 2024 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Bologna vs Empoli Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Bologna's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Empoli's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Bologna and Empoli sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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