Our Predictions
Their last 6 meetings have averaged nearly 3 goals per game, with both sides regularly finding the net. The odds of 2.08 for BTTS suggest market expects goals from both sides, and stats indicate a 59% probability.
67% chance of over 2.5 goals, both teams attack openly, and Empoli's recent matches average 2.6 goals. The over 2.5 at 2.48 offers strong value.
Entella are tough to beat at home and Empoli can be inconsistent away. Odds of 2.40 show slight favoritism to the home side, who may edge a close contest as Empoli's defence looks shaky.
Extratips Match Preview: Virtus Entella vs Empoli – Serie B Clash 2025/26
Welcome to Extratips, your home for football predictions! This Saturday, get ready for a Serie B battle as Virtus Entella host Empoli at 16:15—both sides hungry for points at the start of the season.
Top Odds: Entella to win (2.40), Draw (3.08), Empoli win (3.15). The markets see Entella as slight favourites, but a close contest is on the cards.
Standings: After 2 matches, Empoli sit 11th with 3 points (W1 L1), Entella 13th with 2 points (D2). Both clubs need a result to jumpstart their campaigns.
Head-to-Head: In their last 5 meetings, Empoli have won 3 (most recently 1–0), with Entella winning 2. No games have ended drawn since 2017—expect someone to take all 3 points.
Form Guide: Entella's last 5 home: 1W 3D 1L. Empoli's last 5 away: 2W 0D 3L.
Strengths:
- Entella: Solid in defence (0.8 goals conceded/game), draw specialists, rarely lose at home.
- Empoli: Strong in attack (2.6 goals/game), high-scoring games, win rate away from home.
Weaknesses:
- Entella: Struggle to score (1.6 goals/game), few wins lately, vulnerable to early pressure.
- Empoli: Leak goals (1 per game), inconsistent, weak finishes.
Key Factors: No major injuries reported, but tactical changes may feature as both aim for their first win streak.
Storylines:
- Can Entella finally break their draw streak?
- Will Empoli's attack overwhelm Entella at home?
- Is this the start of a new rivalry? Recent meetings have been tight and combative.
Match Prediction: Both teams usually score and play open football. This could be close, but expect action!