Catanzaro vs Palermo Prediction
📢 How will the match between Catanzaro and Palermo conclude in the 9th round of Serie B? Catanzaro find themselves at the lower end of the table, forcing them to fight for every point to avoid relegation. Their recent performances have been less than impressive, with a string of draws and losses highlighting issues in their attack. Meanwhile, Palermo confidently sit in second place, showing consistent results and boasting a solid defense. Both teams have their own objectives, so an intense battle is anticipated.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 27 April 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:3. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - US Catanzaro):
- ball possession percentage: 55% vs 45%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 2;
- fouls: 14 vs 14;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 5.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams US Catanzaro and Palermo:
- played 9 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 4, for the away team - 1, draws - 4;
- number of goals - 10 against 8;
- average total in the 1st half - 0.89, in the 2nd half - 1.11;
- average total goals in the match - 2.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results
US Catanzaro 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 - Padova). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:1.
Here's the game statistics (US Catanzaro vs Padova):
- ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 4;
- fouls: 10 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 4;
- shots on target: 3 vs 5.
Catanzaro are navigating a challenging period, currently sitting 15th in the standings and fighting to avoid relegation. Their recent form leaves much to be desired, with three draws and two losses in their last five matches. This highlights their struggles both offensively and defensively, averaging just 0.88 goals scored per game while conceding 1.13.
Match Results: US Catanzaro
Palermo Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - Palermo, away - Modena). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here are the match stats (Palermo vs Modena):
- ball possession: 42% vs 58%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 5;
- fouls: 17 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 1;
- shots on target: 2 vs 5.
Palermo confidently hold the second spot in the league, thanks to their excellent form. Over their last five league matches, they have secured two wins, two draws, and one loss, showcasing strong offensive capabilities with an average of 1.25 goals per game while maintaining a solid defense, conceding just 0.5 goals on average. On the road, they continue to perform admirably, although they occasionally slip up.
Match Results: Palermo
Latest news
US Catanzaro
Catanzaro have just one personnel uncertainty - midfielder Marco Pompetti is recovering from a shin injury and remains doubtful for the upcoming match. His participation will be determined closer to the game date.
Palermo
Palermo have no new injuries to report and are preparing for the match with a full squad.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 9;
- home team wins - 4, away team wins - 1, draws - 4.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Palermo
- matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- wins: 0 vs 4;
- win percentage: 0% vs 50%;
- losses: 2 vs 0;
- draws: 6 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 0 vs 5;
- losses: 4 vs 1;
- draws: 6 vs 4.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.11, the guests - 0.89;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 2;
- both teams scored: overall - 6; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Palermo
- average total in the tournament: 2 vs 1.75;
- average total goals scored: 0.88 vs 1.25;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.25 vs 0.5;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.63 vs 0.75;
- US Catanzaro: average total at home in the tournament - 1;
- Palermo: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.8 (home - 1) vs 1.1 (away - 1.2).
- US Catanzaro have scored under 1.5 goals in last 5 home games against Palermo.
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 10.44 (5 - for home team and 5.44 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 9 (4.6 - for home team and 4.4 - for away team).
US Catanzaro: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.75; at home field - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.3; at home field - 5.5.
Palermo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.63, away - 3;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.9; away - 4.2.
Prediction on cards
H2H
- average Over/Under yellow cards in H2H matches - 5.56 (2.78 for home team and 2.78 for away team);
- average Over/Under yellow cards at the home team's field - 3.8 (2.6 for home team and 1.2 for away team).
US Catanzaro: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 2; at home - 2.25;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.8; at home - 2.25.
Palermo: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 1.88, away - 2.67;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 1.5; away - 1.6.
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 9;
- both teams scored all-time - 6 times;
- on the home team’s field - 3 times.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Palermo
- number of matches played in the tournament: 8 vs 8;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 5 vs 4;
- number of BTTS matches for US Catanzaro at home - 3 (75%);
- number of BTTS matches for Palermo away - 2 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for US Catanzaro at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Palermo away - 3 (60%).
Editorial Prediction
Palermo enter the match as clear favorites, having secured a spot near the top of the table and showcasing quality performances. However, historically, clashes against Catanzaro have been challenging for the visitors: in eight of their last nine head-to-head encounters, they have scored no more than one goal. The hosts often deny opponents space, maintaining a disciplined defense and imposing a sluggish tempo. Our bet is on Palermo scoring under 1.5 goals.
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