Prediction for match Cesena — Empoli

Match Odds and Outcome Probabilities

Cesena will face Empoli in Serie B on January 10. The odds for a Cesena win are 2.03, a draw is priced at 3.16, and an Empoli victory is offered at 3.88. The probabilities are distributed as follows: Cesena - 46.18%, draw - 29.66%, Empoli - 24.16%. Based on these figures, Cesena appears more favorable, but a draw is also highly rated. This setup promises an intriguing battle where both teams have their chances for a positive result.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last five matches, Cesena has averaged 48% possession, with 2.4 yellow cards, 14.8 fouls, and 1.8 offsides per game. Empoli's averages are as follows: 47.8% possession, 1.8 yellow cards, 14.2 fouls, and 1.8 offsides. Cesena's last three matches: December 27 - Catanzaro vs Cesena 2-0, December 20 - Cesena vs Juve Stabia 1-1, December 13 - Cesena vs Mantova 3-2. Empoli's recent games: December 27 - Empoli vs Frosinone 1-1, December 21 - Mantova vs Empoli 0-1, December 13 - Juve Stabia vs Empoli 2-0. In their last head-to-head on April 17, 2018, Cesena lost to Empoli 2-3.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In Cesena's last 5 matches, over 2.5 goals occurred once, under 2.5 goals happened four times. For Empoli, over 2.5 goals occurred twice, under thrice. In first half totals, Cesena had 3 out of 5 games with two or more goals, Empoli had 2 out of 5. In the second half, both teams had 2 occurrences of over 1.5 goals in 5 matches. The average number of goals in Cesena's games is 2.4, while for Empoli it's 2.8. Cesena averages 1.2 goals scored and 1.2 conceded, Empoli scores 1.6 and concedes 1.2. Cesena most frequently scores between the 31st and 45th minute (38%), while Empoli scores most between the 61st and 75th minute (33%). For goals conceded, Cesena is vulnerable between the 16th and 30th minute (80%), and Empoli between the 16th and 30th and the 61st and 75th minutes (40% each). Overall, both teams can create chances, but Cesena appears a bit more cautious, while Empoli is more efficient in their attacks. The over 2.0 goals bet is priced at 1.58, making it an attractive option given the current scoring trends and average goal line.

Corner Totals Analysis

Over the last 5 matches, Cesena has averaged 4.8 corners, Empoli 4.4. For the over 9.5 corners total, Cesena had 1 occurrence out of 5, Empoli had 2 out of 5. According to the odds, over 9.5 corners is priced at 1.99, under 9.5 at 1.71. In the corner outcome, Cesena is favored with odds of 1.50. Considering both teams' average corner activity and the relatively low frequency of high totals, a bet on corners closer to 9.5 seems justified, with Cesena potentially having a slight edge in corner count.