Monza vs Bologna Prediction 22 Sep 2024

⚽ Serie A - Round 5 Preview

📅 22 Sep 2024

⏰ 14:00 GMT +1

🏟 Brianteo (Monza)

Monza remains winless in Serie A this season (D3, L1) but gained a significant morale boost by drawing 1-1 with Inter Milan at Stadio Brianteo. Despite taking the lead in the 81st minute, Monza’s failure to hold onto the win extended their winless streak to 13 league matches (D6, L7)—the longest current streak in Serie A. With Alessandro Nesta's side struggling, a match against Bologna might be the perfect opportunity to end their dismal run. Monza has kept three clean sheets against Bologna in their last three encounters (W1, D2), which is their joint-most against any Serie A opponent.

Bologna, on the other hand, has been inconsistent, managing only two wins in their last 12 league games (D8, L2). Their midweek Champions League return saw them draw 0-0 with Shakhtar Donetsk, which, despite not being a victory, was a respectable result. However, Bologna’s away form has been poor recently, with just one win in their last five away Serie A matches (D2, L2) and having conceded 2+ goals in their last three away games.

Where to watch Monza vs Bologna?

📺 Link to watch Monza vs Bologna Live Stream on TV

📋Players to watch:

• Matteo Pessina (Monza): Has a strong track record when scoring, with only one defeat in his 11 goalscoring appearances for Monza, though he hasn’t scored against Bologna.
• Riccardo Orsolini (Bologna): Has scored the opener in his last three league goals, including one in this fixture during the 2022/23 season.

⚡️Match Facts:

• Monza has not won any of their first four Serie A matches this season.
• Monza has a 13-match winless streak in Serie A, including a 1-1 draw against Inter Milan.
• Bologna has won just two of their last 12 Serie A matches (D8, L2).
• Bologna has conceded 2+ goals in each of their last three away Serie A games.
• Bologna has picked up the fewest yellow cards in Serie A this season (3).

💡 Monza vs Bologna Prediction

Monza's recent draw against Inter Milan offers a glimmer of hope as they search for their first win of the season. Despite their ongoing struggles, they have shown defensive solidity against Bologna in past meetings. Bologna's form, especially on the road, has been shaky, with consistent defensive issues. Given Monza’s strong historical record against Bologna and the visitors' recent away woes, Monza may finally secure a victory or at least a draw in this fixture.

Monza vs Bologna Betting Tips

• Monza to win or draw
• Both teams to score
• Over 2.5 goals