Empoli vs Cesena: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 28 February

Empoli
LLDLW
15th place in Italian Serie B
1
1-1
FT
28/02/2026 10:00
Cesena
DLLDD
10th place in Italian Serie B
Italian Serie B
MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Empoli vs Cesena on 28 February 2026 (kick-off: 10:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Empoli vs Cesena preview before placing your bet.

  • Empoli are currently 15th with 41 points after 38 matches.
  • Cesena sit 10th with 46 points from 38 matches.
  • Our algorithm prediction: Empoli to win with probability 39%.
  • Head-to-head history favors Empoli, who have won 4 of the last 6 meetings. Cesena have no wins, while 2 matches ended in draws.
Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards
Home team Away team
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2026-02-28

Empoli vs Cesena - Prediction & Odds

Empoli
Empoli
Cesena
Cesena
2026-02-28 10:00
39
28
33
1
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.25
2.25
FT
1-1 0-1
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weather
13℃～14℃
STANDINGS UP TO 28/02/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Venezia Venezia
82 38 24 10 4 77 31 46
02 Frosinone Frosinone
81 38 23 12 3 76 34 42
03 Monza Monza
76 38 22 10 6 61 32 29
04 Palermo Palermo
72 38 20 12 6 61 33 28
05 Catanzaro Catanzaro
59 38 15 14 9 62 51 11
06 Modena Modena
55 38 15 10 13 49 36 13
07 Juve Stabia Juve Stabia
51 38 11 18 9 44 45 -1
08 Avellino Avellino
49 38 13 10 15 43 55 -12
09 Padova Padova
46 38 12 10 16 39 49 -10
10 Cesena Cesena
46 38 12 10 16 45 56 -11
11 Mantova Mantova
46 38 13 7 18 45 57 -12
12 Carrarese Carrarese
44 38 10 14 14 47 52 -5
13 Sampdoria Sampdoria
44 38 11 11 16 35 48 -13
14 ACD Virtus Entella ACD Virtus Entella
42 38 10 12 16 36 51 -15
15 Empoli Empoli
41 38 9 14 15 47 54 -7
16 SudTirol SudTirol
41 38 8 17 13 38 48 -10
17 Bari Bari
40 38 10 10 18 38 60 -22
18 A.C. Reggiana 1919 A.C. Reggiana 1919
37 38 9 10 19 36 56 -20
19 Pescara Pescara
35 38 7 14 17 51 66 -15
20 Spezia Spezia
35 38 8 11 19 43 59 -16
Head To Head
10/01/2026 14:30
Cesena Cesena
0 - 1
Empoli Empoli
ITA D2
17/04/2018 14:30
Cesena Cesena
2 - 3
Empoli Empoli
ITA D2
18/11/2017 10:00
Empoli Empoli
5 - 3
Cesena Cesena
ITA D2
29/11/2016 10:00
Empoli Empoli
1 - 1
Cesena Cesena
ITA Cup
08/02/2015 10:00
Empoli Empoli
2 - 0
Cesena Cesena
ITA D1
20/09/2014 11:59
Cesena Cesena
2 - 2
Empoli Empoli
ITA D1
Empoli
4
67%
Draw
2
33%
Cesena
0
0%
Empoli Empoli Last 6 matches
20/02/2026 15:30
Frosinone 2 - 2 Empoli ITA D2
15/02/2026 12:15
Empoli 1 - 1 A.C. Reggiana 1919 ITA D2
11/02/2026 15:00
Empoli 1 - 2 Juve Stabia ITA D2
07/02/2026 12:15
Palermo 3 - 2 Empoli ITA D2
31/01/2026 10:00
Empoli 0 - 0 Modena ITA D2
23/01/2026 15:30
Carrarese 3 - 0 Empoli ITA D2
Win
0%
Draw
50%
Lost
50%
Last 6 matches Cesena Cesena
14/02/2026 14:30
Cesena 0 - 4 Venezia ITA D2
10/02/2026 15:00
ACD Virtus Entella 3 - 1 Cesena ITA D2
06/02/2026 15:30
Cesena 2 - 0 Pescara ITA D2
31/01/2026 10:00
Avellino 3 - 1 Cesena ITA D2
24/01/2026 10:00
Cesena 1 - 2 Bari ITA D2
17/01/2026 12:15
A.C. Reggiana 1919 1 - 2 Cesena ITA D2
Win
33%
Draw
0%
Lost
67%
Overall Home/Away
Full time First half Second half
All leagues Italian Serie B

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games
Empoli
Empoli
267
 Cesena
Cesena
266
Goals
Scored
195
Avg. per game
0.73
Conceded
217
Avg. per game
0.81
Scored
213
Avg. per game
0.80
Conceded
152
Avg. per game
0.57
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
3 (50%)3 (50%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
2 (33%)4 (67%)
In last 267 matches
YesNo
135 (51%)132 (49%)
In last 267 matches
NoYes
148 (56%)118 (44%)
Empoli

Empoli

Recent matches

Cesena

Cesena

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(73%)33 12(27%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)15 30(67%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(56%)25 20(44%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
Empoli Empoli
Cesena Cesena
Shots
Empoli
Empoli
Total shots
12.12 avg / game
Blocked
638 total
Avg. 3.36
Cesena
Cesena
Total shots
11.64 avg / game
Blocked
170 total
Avg. 3.62
Empoli Empoli Pass Cesena Cesena
Total passes
72886
Avg. 366 / game
Accurate
77%
Ball possession
47%
Total passes
34804
Avg. 424 / game
Accurate
82%
Ball possession
50%
TOTAL ATTACKS
Empoli
Empoli
23534
Avg. 88.14 / game
 Cesena
Cesena
24529
Avg. 92.21 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
Empoli
Empoli
11145
Avg. 41.74 / game
 Cesena
Cesena
15156
Avg. 56.98 / game
OTHERS
Empoli
Empoli
267
Played games
Cesena
Cesena
266
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.22
60
Clean sheets
106
0.40
4.75
1269
Corners
1271
4.78
15.45
4125
Throw-ins
1317
4.95
1.63
434
Offsides
151
0.57
2.80
747
GK saves
206
0.77
Empoli
Empoli
DISCIPLINARY
Cesena
Cesena
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
1.95
520
Yellow card
563
2.12
0.10
28
Red card
22
0.08
12.62
3369
Fouls
1211
4.55
10.93
2918
Tackles
775
2.91
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How We Build the Empoli vs Cesena Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Empoli vs Cesena on 28 February 2026 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 Italian Serie B 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.

Empoli vs Cesena Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Empoli's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Cesena'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.

Italian Serie B 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 Italian Serie B standings and the Italian Serie B form table to understand exactly where Empoli and Cesena sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Italian Serie B predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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