Welcome to Extratips: Bologna vs Salzburg UEFA Europa League Preview

Get ready for a big night in Bologna as the home team faces Red Bull Salzburg in the UEFA Europa League at Renato Dall'Ara on November 27th, 20:00. Bologna comes in 3rd place, while Salzburg sits way back at 28th. Both teams are hoping for points to boost their chances in the group.

Odds talk: Home win odds are around 1.49, a draw at 4.10, and Salzburg win at 6.40. Both teams to score gets 1.91 for 'Yes'. Over 2.5 goals lands near 1.83.

Looking at direct games, the last 5 matches between these sides ended: 1-1, 2-1 Salzburg, 2-2, 1-0 Bologna, 0-2 Salzburg. Recent home form for Bologna: 2 wins, 2 draws, 1 loss. Salzburg's last 5 away: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses.

Strengths & Weaknesses: Bologna is reliable at home, sharp on the break, but struggles keeping clean sheets. Salzburg often scores from wide play, but their defence is shaky and they lose focus late. Injuries could hurt Salzburg’s back line; no major absences for Bologna.

Storylines: Can Bologna cement their place with a win? Will Salzburg’s attacking risks pay off? Young stars on both sides could shake things up.

Possible predictions: Home win, Over 2.5 goals, Both teams to score Yes, Bologna to score first, Draw at half-time. Bologna looks stronger overall.

Expect plenty of action and a match full of goals. Likely outcomes: Bologna win (high), draw with lots of goals (medium), Salzburg upset (low).