Cesena vs Empoli Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 10 January 2026
📢 What can we expect from the clash between Cesena and Empoli in the 19th round of Serie B? Cesena sit in 6th place, eager to solidify their playoff position, while Empoli are in 9th, looking to climb higher. Both teams have shown a knack for finding the back of the net, with the hosts averaging 1.39 goals per match and the visitors scoring 1.4 goals. Given these stats, this encounter promises to be packed with action at both ends of the pitch.
Head-to-Head
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Cesena and Empoli:
- played 15 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 3, for the away team - 8, draws - 4;
- number of goals - 19 against 28;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.47, in the 2nd half - 1.67;
- average total goals in the match - 3.13.
Head-to-head statistics Cesena - Empoli
Cesena Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - US Catanzaro, away team - Cesena). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:0.
Here's the game statistics (Cesena vs US Catanzaro):
- ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 2;
- fouls: 20 vs 7;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 2;
- shots on target: 1 vs 6.
Cesena are showing decent form with five wins in their last ten matches (5W-2D-3L). The team effectively capitalizes on their attacking opportunities, averaging 1.39 goals per game while conceding an average of 1.11 goals. Their last head-to-head with Empoli ended in a 2-3 defeat at home, but the team is determined not to repeat past mistakes.
Match Results: Cesena
Empoli Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - Empoli, away - Frosinone Calcio). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here are the match stats (Empoli vs Frosinone Calcio):
- ball possession: 45% vs 55%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 1;
- fouls: 12 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Empoli sit mid-table, delivering mixed performances with four wins, four losses, and two draws in their last ten matches (4W-2D-4L). The visitors maintain a balance between offense and defense, averaging 1.4 goals scored per match while conceding 1.33. Their current form suggests they can aim for success even on the road, especially considering their last visit to Cesena ended in victory.
Match Results: Empoli
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 15;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 2; for visitors away - 2; number of draws - 3;
- Average first-half total: 1.47;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.53, while the visitors net 0.93.
First-Half Stats: Cesena (home) vs Empoli (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- wins: 4 (50%) vs 1 (12.5%);
- losses: 2 (25%) vs 2 (25%);
- draws: 2 (25%) vs 5 (62.5%);
- Average goals scored: 1.63 vs 1;
- Average goals conceded: 0.63 vs 0.5.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 4 vs 2;
- losses: 3 vs 2;
- draws: 3 vs 6;
- Average first-half total: 1.2 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.5) vs 1 (scored - 0.5, conceded - 0.5).
- Cesena scored in the 1st half in last 7 home games (Serie B).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- home team wins - 3, away team wins - 8, draws - 4.
Statistics: Cesena vs Empoli
- matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 18;
- wins: 9 vs 6;
- win percentage: 50% vs 33%;
- losses: 5 vs 6;
- draws: 4 vs 6.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 5 vs 4;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Empoli won with a +1.5 handicap in last 7 away games against Cesena.
- Empoli won with a +1.5 handicap in 12 of last 14 games (Serie B).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.27, the guests - 1.87;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.13;
- both teams scored: overall - 9; at the home team's field - 6.
Statistics: Cesena vs Empoli
- average total in the tournament: 2.5 vs 2.72;
- average total goals scored: 1.39 vs 1.39;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.72 vs 0.56;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.67 vs 0.83;
- Cesena: average total at home in the tournament - 1.63;
- Empoli: average total away in the tournament - 1;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.2 (home - 2) vs 1.4 (away - 1).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in 6 of last 7 Cesena home games against Empoli.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 15;
- both teams scored all-time - 9 times;
- on the home team’s field - 6 times.
Statistics: Cesena vs Empoli
- number of matches played in the tournament: 18 vs 18;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 12 vs 11;
- number of BTTS matches for Cesena at home - 6 (75%);
- number of BTTS matches for Empoli away - 3 (38%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 4 vs 4;
- BTTS matches for Cesena at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Empoli away - 1 (20%).
- Cesena have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 home games against Empoli.
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (33/180, 18.3%);
- Cesena at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (3/8, 37.5%);
- Empoli away most often play: 0:1 , 0:3 , 1:0 , 1:2 , 2:0 , 2:1 , 3:1 , 4:0 (1/8, 12.5%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.92% (odds 6)
1:0 - 11.72% (odds 6)
2:1 - 9.2% (odds 8.5)
Editorial Prediction
The teams are close in the standings, making this matchup as evenly contested and unpredictable as it gets. Head-to-head encounters at Cesena's ground often turn out to be open affairs-both sides have scored and conceded in six of their last seven meetings there. This suggests a mutual focus on attacking play and defensive vulnerabilities. Empoli can respond to pressure, while Cesena rarely opts for a defensive approach at home. Given these factors, betting on both teams to score (yes) appears to be the most logical choice.No comments
Betting Tips: Cesena - Empoli
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