LiontipsSpezia vs Empoli. Prediction and Betting Tips for Serie A (December 19, 2021).
Command Analysis
Spezia are having a poor season. Thiago Motta's men are currently on the 17th line in the Serie A table. The Eagles are only two points above the 18th Cagliari, and they risk dropping into the relegation zone after this round. Speazia lost to US Lecce in the Coppa Italia match this week (0:2), thus suffering their second defeat in a row.
Empoli, on the contrary, are enjoying success in Serie A. Aurelio Andreazolli's charges are currently 9th in the standings. They secured a handicap of 16 points against the relegation zone, so there's no need to worry about their spot in the Italian elite. In the previous round, Empoli got a narrow win against Napoli (1:0), thus extending their unbeaten streak to four games.
This week Empoli beat Verona (4:3) and progressed to the Round of 16 of Coppa Italia .
Trends
СтавкаCorrect score 2:4
Empoli won 2 of the last 7 games with this score.
СтавкаSpezia to score in 1st half
Empoli conceded in the first half in 3 of their last 4 games.
СтавкаEmpoli to score in 2nd half
This bet played in Empoli's last 5 away games.
Tip and bets
Spezia are in terrible form and they haven't tasted victory in six straight games. The Little Eagles regularly make mistakes on the defensive, so Empoli should be able to convert their chances. However, the hosts will be taking risks, as they need to earn points in order to stay outside the relegastion zone. We predict an exciting and high-scoring game here.
Our prediction - total over 3 goals
Empoli are the favourites in this fixture. They are in better form and have delivered good results away from home this season. We will be betting on the victory of the visiting team.
Second bet - Asian handicap (0) to Empoli
