Liverpool vs Bologna Prediction 02 Oct 2024

⚽ Champions League - League phase - Round 2 Preview

📅 02 Oct 2024

⏰ 20:00 GMT +1

🏟 Anfield (Liverpool)

Liverpool, six-time UEFA Champions League (UCL) winners, started their current campaign with a 3-1 victory away at AC Milan. Now they face another Serie A opponent, Bologna, as they return to Anfield. The Reds have a remarkable home record, winning their last ten group-stage games in European competitions, scoring 2+ goals in nine of those. With seven wins in their first eight matches this season (L1), confidence is high at Anfield, where Liverpool also lead the Premier League table. However, their history against Italian teams at home adds a slight note of caution, as Italian sides have handed them their last home defeat in Europe and won more at Anfield than any other nation (level with Spain at seven wins).

Bologna, making their first UCL/European Cup appearance in 60 years after finishing fifth in Serie A last season, began their campaign with a 0-0 home draw against Shakhtar Donetsk. This result aligns with their tendency to draw, with five stalemates already this season under new manager Vincenzo Italiano. Bologna's past encounters with English clubs have been action-packed, averaging over 2.5 goals per match, and five of their seven games this term have seen both teams score. This game could promise a goal-filled contest at Anfield.

Where to watch Liverpool vs Bologna?

📺 Link to watch Liverpool vs Bologna Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Federico Chiesa (Liverpool): Although Chiesa has had limited game time, his impressive record against Bologna (11 unbeaten matches, 7 goals) could make him a key player. Expect him to be a significant threat in this match.
• Łukasz Skorupski (Bologna): The Bologna goalkeeper will likely face a busy night, especially given his record against Chiesa, having conceded five goals to him in their last five encounters.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Liverpool have won their last 10 UCL group-stage home games, scoring 2+ goals in 9 of them.
• Bologna have seen both teams score in five of their seven games this season.
• Six of Liverpool’s seven wins this season have seen them score at least one second-half goal.

💡 Liverpool vs Bologna Prediction

With Liverpool’s dominant home record in the Champions League and Bologna’s tendency to draw games, expect a competitive match. However, Liverpool’s superior quality, particularly in the attacking department, should see them secure a comfortable win. Bologna’s vulnerability at the back and Liverpool’s knack for scoring late goals could lead to a high-scoring affair.

Liverpool vs Bologna Betting Tips

• Liverpool to win.
• Over 2.5 goals.
• Both teams to score.