Get set for Round 26 of the Italian Serie A, kicking off on Saturday, 24th February! Dive into our football expert’s top predictions and betting tips.
One of Serie A’s most thrilling battles for the prestigious Scudetto continues this weekend as Napoli and Juventus clash head-to-head! Both sides boast an impressive nine-game winning streak, amping up the pressure for this crucial showdown. But let’s not just focus on the title chase; Round 26 has plenty of betting opportunities worth your attention. Let’s break it down!
Saturday 24 February
Bologna 17/10
Draw 2/1
Genoa 18/10
Bologna snapped a three-game losing streak with a hard-fought 2-1 win over Sassuolo at home. Genoa, however, are in fine form with three consecutive wins, scoring five and conceding just one. The past nine meetings between these teams have featured under 2.5 goals. Following the trend, betting on under 2.5 goals at 11/20 is a smart move.
Inter Milan 1/4
Draw 5/1
Benevento Calcio 10/1
Inter started the season strong but have struggled lately with only one win in their last ten. Benevento sit rock-bottom with 21 losses from 25 matches and have lost all 12 away games, scoring just five and conceding 30. Backing Inter with a (-1) Handicap at 13/20 looks like a solid bet.
Sunday 25 February
Crotone 13/10
Draw 21/10
SPAL 23/10
Crotone, coming off a tough 3-2 loss to Benevento, will be eager to bounce back. SPAL have had a rough patch with three straight losses, conceding seven without scoring. Despite poor recent away form, SPAL kept it tight with a narrow 1-0 defeat at Napoli. Backing Under 2.5 Goals at 6/10 is wise.
Hellas Verona 36/10
Draw 28/10
Torino 7/10
Hellas Verona are second from bottom with three consecutive losses and low scoring form. Torino’s unbeaten streak ended last week with a 1-0 loss to Juventus. Hellas Verona will fight to avoid relegation and can’t afford slip-ups. Backing a Win/Draw Double Chance for Hellas Verona at 19/20 is recommended.
Sampdoria 1/1
Draw 49/20
Udinese 11/4
Sampdoria remain unbeaten in their last five home matches but lost 1-0 at AC Milan last weekend. Udinese have struggled recently with two straight defeats and four goals conceded without reply. They did beat Sampdoria 4-0 in the reverse fixture, though. Sampdoria are tipped to leverage home advantage and win.
Fiorentina 9/20
Draw 33/10
Chievo 57/10
Fiorentina drew 1-1 away to Atalanta and look to build momentum despite no wins at home in five games. Chievo recently won 2-1 at home but haven’t tasted away victory in eight tries. Fiorentina have dominated the last seven home clashes against Chievo. Backing Fiorentina Matchbet & Both Teams to Score (Yes) at 2/1 is a strong pick.
Sassuolo 29/10
Draw 26/10
Lazio 9/10
Sassuolo are winless over seven matches with four losses. Lazio ended a losing streak with a solid 2-0 win. Lazio crushed Sassuolo 6-1 in the earlier meeting and will be confident again. An away win is tipped here.
Juventus 4/10
Draw 34/10
Atalanta 15/2
Juventus continue their blistering form with nine wins on the trot and have a superb home record, conceding just four goals in 12 games. Atalanta’s poor form is a concern. Juventus haven’t conceded at home in five matches. Backing Juventus to Win to Nil at even money is a great bet.
Roma 9/10
Draw 51/20
AC Milan 29/10
Roma have won three in a row, scoring eight and conceding two. AC Milan are unbeaten in seven matches with five wins. Their last four encounters at Stadio Olimpico have been tight. Expect another close game. Backing Under 2.5 Goals at 9/10 is our call.
Monday 26 February
Cagliari 8/1
Draw 4/1
Napoli 7/20
Cagliari have struggled at home with four losses in six matches. Napoli are flying high with nine wins in a row and boast the best away form in the league. Napoli won the last two meetings at Cagliari 8-0, conceding no goals. Back Napoli Half-time/Full-time at 9/10.
TREBLE TIPPED @ 52/10
Bologna v Genoa Under 2.5 Goals 11/20
Sampdoria Win 1/1
Juventus to Win to Nil 1/1
