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

Empoli

L L D L W

15th place in Italian Serie B

1-1

28/02/2026 10:00

Cesena

D L L D D

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 will face Cesena in Italian Serie B on February 28, 2026 at 10:00.
Empoli are currently 15th with 41 points after 38 matches.
Cesena sit 10th with 46 points from 38 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.25.

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

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

10:00

2026-02-28

Empoli vs Cesena - Prediction & Odds

Empoli

Cesena

2026-02-28 10:00

STANDINGS UP TO 28/02/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Venezia	82	38	24	10	4	77	31	46
02 Frosinone	81	38	23	12	3	76	34	42
03 Monza	76	38	22	10	6	61	32	29
04 Palermo	72	38	20	12	6	61	33	28
05 Catanzaro	59	38	15	14	9	62	51	11
06 Modena	55	38	15	10	13	49	36	13
07 Juve Stabia	51	38	11	18	9	44	45	-1
08 Avellino	49	38	13	10	15	43	55	-12
09 Padova	46	38	12	10	16	39	49	-10
10 Cesena	46	38	12	10	16	45	56	-11
11 Mantova	46	38	13	7	18	45	57	-12
12 Carrarese	44	38	10	14	14	47	52	-5
13 Sampdoria	44	38	11	11	16	35	48	-13
14 ACD Virtus Entella	42	38	10	12	16	36	51	-15
15 Empoli	41	38	9	14	15	47	54	-7
16 SudTirol	41	38	8	17	13	38	48	-10
17 Bari	40	38	10	10	18	38	60	-22
18 A.C. Reggiana 1919	37	38	9	10	19	36	56	-20
19 Pescara	35	38	7	14	17	51	66	-15
20 Spezia	35	38	8	11	19	43	59	-16

Head To Head

10/01/2026 14:30

Cesena

0 - 1

Empoli

ITA D2

17/04/2018 14:30

Cesena

2 - 3

Empoli

ITA D2

18/11/2017 10:00

Empoli

5 - 3

Cesena

ITA D2

29/11/2016 10:00

Empoli

1 - 1

Cesena

ITA Cup

08/02/2015 10:00

Empoli

2 - 0

Cesena

ITA D1

20/09/2014 11:59

Cesena

2 - 2

Empoli

ITA D1

Cesena

33%

Draw

33%

Empoli

33%

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

Draw

50%

Lost

50%

Last 6 matches 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

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

Cesena

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.50

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.61

Scored

Avg. per game

0.58

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.68

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

1 (17%)5 (83%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 38 matches

YesNo

15 (39%)23 (61%)

In last 38 matches

NoYes

18 (47%)20 (53%)

Empoli

Recent matches

Cesena

Under /Over

(76%)29 9(24%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(79%)30 8(21%)

Under /Over

(39%)15 23(61%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(34%)13 25(66%)

Under /Over

(47%)18 20(53%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(45%)17 21(55%)

/Yes

(61%)23 15(39%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(61%)23 15(39%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Empoli

Cesena

Shots

Empoli

Total shots

12.24 avg / game

Blocked

127 total

Avg. 3.34

Cesena

Total shots

13.16 avg / game

Blocked

141 total

Avg. 3.81

Empoli Pass Cesena

Total passes

13680

Avg. 360 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

16993

Avg. 447 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

50%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Empoli

Played games

Cesena

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.18

Clean sheets

0.18

4.82

183

Corners

188

4.95

19.63

746

Throw-ins

661

17.39

1.42

Offsides

1.95

2.84

108

GK saves

2.42

Empoli

DISCIPLINARY

Cesena

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.21

2.05

0.13

0.05

15.97

607

Fouls

525

13.82

8.32

316

Tackles

284

7.47

NEXT MATCHES

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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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