Bologna - Salernitana

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90'		3 - 0	Goal	C. Lykogiannis	A. Saelemaekers (Assist)
44'		2 - 0	Goal	A. Saelemaekers	R. Freuler (Assist)
14'		1 - 0	Goal	R. Orsolini	R. Calafiori (Assist)

77'		L. Tchaouna	Unsportsmanlike conduct
45'		A. Candreva	Tripping
16'		N. Pierozzi	Foul

83'			In:	K. Manolas	Out:	J. Boateng
83'			In:	S. Posch	Out:	L. De Silvestri
74'			In:	L. Ferguson	Out:	G. Fabbian
74'			In:	R. Freuler	Out:	K. Urbański
67'			In:	T. Bašić	Out:	A. Zanoli
67'			In:	M. Pellegrino	Out:	E. Vignato
64'			In:	J. Odgaard	Out:	J. Zirkzee
64'			In:	R. Orsolini	Out:	D. Ndoye
60'			In:	N. Pierozzi	Out:	J. Sambia
60'			In:	G. Maggiore	Out:	L. Coulibaly

Bologna - Salernitana Predictions

Prediction: Bologna or draw

Best odds: 1.06

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As the Italian Serie A heats up, the clash between Bologna and Salernitana on the 30th of March at the Stadio Renato Dall'Ara promises to be a riveting encounter. With both teams at opposite ends of the table, the outcome of this match could have significant implications for their respective campaigns. While predictions remain under wraps, the anticipation builds around whether Bologna can solidify their Champions League aspirations or if Salernitana can stage an upset to boost their survival hopes.

Key Players to Watch

For Bologna, the midfield maestro Oussama El Azzouzi has been a revelation, with a rating of 6.73. His ability to control the pace of the game, coupled with his 227 total passes and 3 key passes, makes him a pivotal figure. On the defensive end, Charalampos Lykogiannis has been a stalwart, contributing both offensively and defensively with a goal, an assist, and 307 total passes.

For the visitors, Salernitana's attack features Simeon Tochukwu Nwankwo, whose presence up front can't be underestimated despite the team's struggles. With his 2 shots on target and a goal to his name, he'll be looking to add to his tally. Additionally, the creative spark provided by Chukwubuikem Ikwuemesi and Loum Tchaouna, with their assists and key passes, could prove crucial in unlocking Bologna's defense.

Recent Form

Bologna has been in scintillating form, with their last five games reading like a dream sequence of victories. Their home record is particularly impressive, with 11 wins out of 14 games. This streak has propelled them to 4th place in the league, eyeing a Champions League spot with 48 points and a healthy goal difference of +16.

Salernitana, on the other hand, is languishing at the bottom of the table with just 13 points. Their recent form is a stark contrast to their hosts', with a series of losses and a draw that has done little to lift them from the relegation zone. Their goal difference of -33 reflects the challenges they've faced at both ends of the pitch.

Head-to-Head History

The head-to-head encounters between these two sides reveal a competitive edge. Their most recent matchup on December 10, 2023, saw Bologna edge out Salernitana with a 2-1 victory. Prior to that, the teams shared the spoils with a 2-2 draw on March 18, 2023, and a 1-1 deadlock on September 1, 2022. These results suggest that while Bologna has the upper hand, Salernitana has proven they can be a tough nut to crack.

Prediction

Considering the current form, home advantage, and historical context, it's difficult to look past a Bologna victory. Their key players like El Azzouzi and Lykogiannis are expected to shine, while Salernitana will rely on the likes of Nwankwo and Ikwuemesi to pull off a surprise. However, the sheer difference in quality and confidence between the two sides will likely result in a comfortable win for the home team. Expect Bologna to continue their pursuit of a top-four finish, while Salernitana will need to regroup and focus on their battle against relegation.

Prediction probabilities

Strength

92%

8%

Attacking Potential

70%

30%

Defensive Potential

80%

20%

Poisson Distribution

88%

12%

Stregth H2H

75%

25%

Goals H2H

56%

44%

Wins the game

77%

23%

Bologna - Salernitana Head to Head

01/04	Bologna	3 - 0	Salernitana
10/12	Salernitana	1 - 2	Bologna
18/03	Salernitana	2 - 2	Bologna
01/09	Bologna	1 - 1	Salernitana

Serie A standings

Rank	Team	MP	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	Pts
1	Inter	30	25	4	1	73	14	59	79
2	AC Milan	31	21	5	5	60	34	26	68
3	Juventus	30	17	8	5	44	24	20	59
4	Bologna	31	16	10	5	45	25	20	58
5	AS Roma	31	16	7	8	56	35	21	55
6	Atalanta	29	15	5	9	54	32	22	50
7	Napoli	31	13	9	9	48	38	10	48
8	Lazio	31	14	4	13	37	34	3	46
9	Torino	31	11	11	9	31	29	2	44
10	Fiorentina	29	12	7	10	42	34	8	43
11	Monza	31	11	9	11	34	41	-7	42
12	Genoa	30	8	11	11	32	37	-5	35
13	Lecce	31	6	11	14	26	48	-22	29
14	Udinese	30	4	16	10	29	45	-16	28
15	Empoli	31	7	7	17	25	47	-22	28
16	Verona	30	6	9	15	27	40	-13	27
17	Cagliari	30	6	9	15	30	51	-21	27
18	Frosinone	31	6	8	17	38	61	-23	26
19	Sassuolo	31	6	7	18	36	59	-23	25
20	Salernitana	31	2	9	20	25	64	-39	15