Match Info
| Venue | Stadio Comunale di Chiavari |
|---|---|
| Competition | Italy – Serie B |
| Date | 22 November 2025 |
| Kick-off | 15:00 |
Why This Game Matters
Virtus Entella hosts Palermo in what promises to be a tightly contested Serie B clash at the Stadio Comunale di Chiavari. Both sides will be eager to secure valuable points in this mid-November fixture, as momentum and confidence become critical at this stage of the season.
Key Numbers
- Both Virtus Entella and Palermo have won 3 and lost 4 of their last 10 matches, showing closely-matched recent form.
- Virtus Entella is unbeaten at home with 6 wins and 4 draws, while Palermo has struggled away with 4 defeats in 10 games.
- Average total goals per game hover around 2.2 for both teams, with 60% of their matches ending under 2.5 goals.
- Virtus Entella scores more at home (2.5) than Palermo scores away (1.4), suggesting Entella’s attack looks more potent on familiar turf.
Recent Results
- Virtus Entella:
- 08 Nov: 0-0 vs AC Reggiana
- 01 Nov: 1-0 vs Empoli
- 28 Oct: 0-4 vs Frosinone
- 25 Oct: 1-1 vs Pescara
- Palermo:
- 01 Nov: 5-0 vs Pescara
- 28 Oct: 0-3 vs Monza
- 25 Oct: 1-0 vs US Catanzaro
- 19 Oct: 1-1 vs Modena FC
Lineups & Formations
Both teams are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, aiming to control the midfield and create opportunities through wide and advanced playmakers.
Virtus Entella’s probable starter is goalkeeper S. Colombi, with defenders L. Parodi and A. Tiritiello anchoring the back three. Key midfielders include D. Bariti and A. Benali, while A. Debenedetti leads the attack.
Palermo’s setup features goalkeeper J. Joronen and defenders like M. Bani and B. Bereszynski. Forward J. Pohjanpalo supports striker M. Brunori, both key figures in their offensive effort.
Prediction & Odds
- Main pick: Virtus Entella to win (42.05% probability, odds 2.6)
- Under 2.5 goals also likely (odds 1.55), reflecting cautious play
- Both teams to score is expected
Verdict
This Serie B encounter will likely be a close affair with limited goals but plenty of tactical battles. Virtus Entella’s home solidity and stronger goal-scoring presence give them a slight edge over Palermo, who have struggled on the road. Expect a competitive match with Entella just shading the win, but both sides should find the net.
