The match in Serie A is going to be full of high stakes, fascinating stats, and intriguing bets, as Cagliari welcomes Bologna to the Unipol Domus. Both are in mid-table positions, although Bologna currently edges Cagliari in form and the betting odds, with head-to-head history and recent stats adding complexity to the match. Here is all that you need to know from odds and prediction, to goal statistics and live score insight.
Cagliari vs Bologna Odds & Betting Tips
The match is keenly contested, but bookies give Bologna a slight advantage; odds for a Bologna win are 2.55 compared to 2.70 for Cagliari. The following predictions may be helpful to the betting enthusiast based on the recent statistics:
Over 2.5 Goals: There is a probability of 70% for over 2.5 goals, once again higher than the average of 56% seen in Serie A. Combining this season’s matches for both Cagliari and Bologna, an average of 3.05 goals is realized and can be considered one of the more attractive selections for those expecting a high-scoring match.
BTTS: Both teams to score in the game stands at 58%, slightly above the average of 52% in Serie A. That could imply both teams may find a way to get into the net in this game. Either way, Bologna’s scoring, especially in away games, lights up the possibility of BTTS.
Head-to-Head Stats: Cagliari vs Bologna
Historically, the match between Cagliari and Bologna has been well-balanced, since the teams have met 28 times. In this case, Cagliari has a slight disadvantage of 10 wins against Bologna’s 11 victories and 7 draws. For easier understanding, it could look something like this:
Cagliari Wins: 10
Bologna Wins: 11
Draws: 7
Total Goals Scored: Cagliari – 31 | Bologna – 35
Over 1.5 Goals in 71% of Matches: 20 out of 28 games have seen at least two goals scored.
Recent H2H Fixtures
Jan 14, 2024 – Cagliari 2-1 Bologna
Sep 2, 2023 – Bologna 2-1 Cagliari
Oct 20, 2022 – Bologna 1-0 Cagliari
Team News & Key Players
Cagliari
Cagliari has been performing inconsistently in recent games, where they win one match and lose another. The team is currently positioned 14th in the Serie A table, and with 1.00 points per game, they will be aiming to secure a home advantage. Here are some key stats:
Win Rate: 22% (Home: 20%, Away: 25%)
Goals Scored: 0.89 per game, with a 56% rate of failing to score.
Goals Conceded: 1.67 per game, giving them an 11% clean sheet rate.
Bologna
Bologna is placed 12th, marginally better than Cagliari both in form and points per game (1.25 PPG). The away record of Bologna is relatively better than the home stats of Cagliari, and to complete the goal-scoring metrics look promising:
Win Rate: 13% (Home: 0%, Away: 25%)
Goals Scored: 1.13 per game, plus a high 75% BTTS.
Goals Conceded: 1.38 per game, with a higher probability of clean sheets at home (25%) compared to away.
Goals Scored & Conceded Predictions
By analyzing the goalscoring data of Cagliari and Bologna, Bologna average 1.5 away goals per game, which is 88% more than Cagliari’s average of 0.8. Defensively, Cagliari has averaged 1.8 goals per home game while Bologna has averaged 2 away.
Key Stats Prediction
Over 0.5 Goals: 90%
Over 1.5 Goals: 90%
Over 2.5 Goals: 70%
BTTS: 58%
Corner & Card Stats
Anyone who prefers to focus on corners or cards, both teams’ average corner stats reflect the seasonal average of Serie A. With access to premium stats, it may be possible to further drill down into first and second half trends, perhaps an angle that can unlock an attractive live in-play bet.
Conclusion: Cagliari vs Bologna Match Insights & Prediction
This has the makings of a tight contest, and Bologna goes into this tie as slight favorites. An “Over 2.5 Goals” wager stands out a mile, considering recent performances and historical data. The BTTS outcome, too, looks good given the attacking acumen of Bologna on the road. An all-guns-blazing, action-packed expected game at the Unipol Domus promises an entertaining view and bet.
Follow the action with minute-by-minute live scores and updates throughout the game and take note of the progress of these predictions, adjusting in-play bets accordingly.
