Bologna vs Como Prediction 1 February 2025

🔊 How will one of the most interesting games of the 23rd round of Serie A end? After a poor start, Bologna has found its game and has suffered only 1 defeat in the last 13 matches. Como, which continues to spend big money in the transfer market, also shows bright and at the same time effective football. In this situation, we will try to analyze all the details to provide you with an accurate prediction for the match that will take place at "Renato Dall'Ara".

📊 Head-to-Head

Head-to-head encounters do not provide a large volume of information. Over the past 20 years, the teams have met only once, and that game took place in the first round of the current Italian championship. Incidentally, the match turned out to be quite interesting, where the winner was not determined (2-2).

🔴 Bologna

In January, Bologna participated in 6 matches and did not suffer a defeat in any of them - 2 wins and 4 draws. Overall, the team looked quite good in all games, although some draws can be equated to a loss. For example, in the previous round, the "red-blues" could not beat Empoli (1-1) at home, who are going through tough times. However, Bologna managed to take points from Sporting away in the final round of the Champions League (1-1), where the team struggled throughout the group stage. Regarding the upcoming clash, the coaching staff has some difficulties with squad formation. 6 players will not be able to take part in the match, including John Lucumi (illness) and Riccardo Orsolini (thigh injury).

🔵 Como

Como is a bright team that lacks stability. Cesc Fabregas' charges almost always outplay their opponents in terms of created scoring chances and shots, but they are let down by finishing and weak defense. In the previous round, the "Larians" lost at home to Atalanta (1-2), although they allowed their opponent only 0.41 expected goals (xG). Due to such lapses, Como is only in thirteenth place, although they could well be fighting for European competition spots. As for the upcoming clash, the coaching staff will not be able to count on 4 players, including Sergi Roberto and Dele Alli, who was signed a few days ago.

⚽️ Prediction on Goals

Bologna and Como have one common similarity. Both teams look good in attack, but due to a large number of defensive errors, they often drop points. For example, the "red-blues" have conceded at least one goal in 7 consecutive matches, while they last failed to score in early December. As for Como's defense, it is hardly worth mentioning - only 2 clean sheets since the start of the season, and the signing of Jean Butez did not strengthen the goalkeeper line. Therefore, we bet on both teams to score (yes).

🚩 Prediction on Corners

Despite Bologna and Como liking to work actively with the ball and attack, the teams rarely approach the corner flag. According to this statistical parameter, the "red-blues" are in twelfth place in Serie A (4.5 corners per game). Cesc Fabregas' charges, on the other hand, take corner kicks an average of 4.6 times (tenth place). In the upcoming clash, there should not be significant deviations from these numbers, so we bet on total corners under 9.5.

📝 Editorial Prediction

According to bookmakers, Bologna is a clear favorite for the upcoming clash. However, do not be so sure when facing a strong Como. This team is among the top five in Serie A in terms of gameplay level; they just lack a reliable goalkeeper and a prolific striker. Away from home, the "Larians" also look very lively and have managed to take points from Atalanta (3-2) and Lazio (1-1), who currently occupy third and fourth places respectively. Considering that Bologna has achieved only 2 wins in their last 7 matches and did not manage to beat Verona (2-3) and Empoli (1-1) at home, Como at least will not lose in the upcoming encounter. This will be our key betting option. We dare to suggest that after 90 minutes, the scoreboard will show a 2-2 draw.