Our Predictions
Bari have a strong home record (2W-2D-1L) and are unbeaten against Mantova in their last five head-to-head matches. Mantova's 0W-1D-4L away form and defensive struggles further favor a Bari victory. The odds of 2.00 make this a solid value pick.
Four of their last five direct matches saw both sides find the net. Bari’s wingers tend to allow space, while Mantova’s high press can create trouble. Odds of 1.80 suggest decent value in this pick.
Both sides have shown defensive weaknesses lately. Their attacking styles often lead to open play. Three of the last five head-to-heads went over 2.5 goals, with current odds at 2.00.
Extratips Match Preview: Bari vs Mantova – Serie B Showdown!
Welcome to Extratips, where football fans get the best insights! Bari face Mantova this Sunday, October 26th, at 16:15 in an exciting Serie B clash. Both squads need points to climb the table and make a statement.
Bari are slightly favored by the bookmakers (home win odds: 2.00), while a draw sits at 3.20 and a Mantova win at 3.90. Recent form leans towards Bari’s steady displays, but Mantova have shown spark in attack, so the game could be lively.
Bari and Mantova are close in the standings (Bari: 12th, 13 pts; Mantova: 15th, 10 pts). Both are desperate to put distance between themselves and the relegation zone. In their last five meetings, Bari holds the edge: 1-0, 2-2, 3-1, 2-0, and 1-1.
Bari’s home form: 2W-2D-1L. Mantova's away: 0W-1D-4L, struggling on the road. Bari’s strengths include a solid defense, creative midfielders, and clinical finishing at home. Weaknesses: slow starts, set-piece defending, inconsistent wingers. Mantova’s strengths are a high press, quick counters, and fearless young players; weaknesses: leaky defense, trouble scoring away, and late-game lapses.
This game could hinge on Bari’s home crowd or Mantova’s counter-attacks. Watch for suspended Bari midfielder Calò and Mantova’s young striker Cattaneo, who may return from injury. Stories to watch: Can Bari’s defense hold? Will Mantova finally break their away duck? Or will youth triumph over experience?