Prediction for match Empoli — Pescara

Match Analysis: Empoli vs Pescara

In Serie B on 22.03.2026, Empoli will face Pescara. The 1X2 odds are as follows: Empoli win is priced at 2.02, a draw at 3.58, and Pescara's victory at 3.42. The probabilities for the outcomes are distributed as: Empoli 46.41%, draw 26.18%, Pescara 27.41%. Although Empoli has a slight edge based on recent performances, the percentage gap between the teams isn't too large, making it an intriguing match for betting. Additionally, competitive odds are available for goal totals and both teams to score, allowing for various betting options.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Empoli played as follows: 17.03.2026 - Spezia vs Empoli - 1-1, 14.03.2026 - Empoli vs Mantova - 2-2, 08.03.2026 - Catanzaro vs Empoli - 3-2. Pescara's recent results are: 18.03.2026 - Pescara vs Virtus Entella - 3-0, 15.03.2026 - Südtirol vs Pescara - 0-0, 08.03.2026 - Pescara vs Bari - 4-0. The last head-to-head match was on 21.09.2025: Pescara vs Empoli - 4-0. Over the last five matches, Empoli has an average possession of 50.2%, 2.2 yellow cards, 15.6 fouls, and 2 offsides per game. Pescara shows 54% possession, 2.4 yellows, 15.2 fouls, and 2.8 offsides. These stats indicate high intensity and discipline from both teams, with both capable of controlling the midfield. Notably, Pescara has shown strong defensive performances recently, reflected in their low average goals conceded.

How Many Goals to Expect?

In the last five matches, Empoli has exceeded 2.5 goals three times, staying under twice. Pescara has seen over 2.5 goals in four out of five games. The average goals in Empoli's matches over this period is 3.2, while Pescara's is 2.8. Goals scored: Empoli - 1.4, Pescara - 2.2. Goals conceded: Empoli - 1.8, Pescara - 0.6. In the first half, both teams saw over 1.5 goals three times out of five, and similarly in the second half, they hit over 1.5 goals three times. Empoli most frequently scores between the 61st and 75th minutes (56%), while Pescara scores between the 46th and 60th minutes (36%). Empoli concedes evenly in the first half (29% in three intervals), and Pescara concedes 33% in three different periods. These figures suggest both teams are capable of scoring and conceding, especially in the second half. Considering both teams' tendency to go over in totals (3 out of 5 and 4 out of 5 over 2.5), average goals exceeding 2.5, and Pescara's scoring prowess against Empoli's less reliable defense, betting on over 2.5 goals at 1.79 seems logical.

Corners: Numbers and Potential Bets

Empoli averages 6.4 corners per match, Pescara 3.8. Over the last five matches, Empoli had 4 out of 5 games with over 9.5 corners, Pescara 2 out of 5. The total corners market closest to the combined average (10.2) is the 10.5 line. Odds for over 10.5 corners are 2.05, and under 10.5 is 1.76. Empoli is favored in the corners market with odds of 1.78. Based on the stats, betting on over 10.5 corners seems justified, considering Empoli's high activity in this area and decent averages for both teams. Also, note that Pescara might increase their corner count if they need to chase the game.