Catanzaro vs Cesena Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 27 December 2025
📢 How will the match between Catanzaro and Cesena unfold in the 18th round of Serie B? Catanzaro are currently seventh in the standings, demonstrating consistency with four consecutive victories. Cesena hold fourth place and have also been performing well, suffering only one loss in their last five matches. The significance of the upcoming game lies in the opportunity for both teams to solidify their positions at the top of the table.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 17 May 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:0. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - US Catanzaro):
- ball possession percentage: 44% vs 56%;
- corner kicks: 2 vs 6;
- fouls: 9 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 3;
- shots on target: 1 vs 3.
📊The sides have played three official matches. The statistics are as follows:
- goals: 5 against 4;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.67, in the 2nd half - 1.33;
- average total goals in the match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Catanzaro - Cesena
US Catanzaro Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - SSC Bari, away team - US Catanzaro). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:2.
Here's the game statistics (US Catanzaro vs SSC Bari):
- ball possession: 63% vs 37%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 3;
- fouls: 14 vs 17;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 1;
- shots on target: 4 vs 3.
Catanzaro, known for their solid home performances, currently sit in seventh place after 17 rounds. The team has won four of their last five matches and remains unbeaten in five games. During this period, they've showcased impressive efficiency, averaging 1.7 goals per match while conceding 1.1 goals. Their style is built on aggressive attacks and a reliable defense, making them a tough opponent for any team in the league.
Match Results: US Catanzaro
Cesena Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - Cesena, away - Juve Stabia). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here are the match stats (Cesena vs Juve Stabia):
- ball possession: 43% vs 57%;
- corner kicks: 1 vs 5;
- fouls: 9 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Cesena continue to impress with their performances, holding onto fourth place in the league after seventeen games this season. They have secured six wins in their last ten matches, alongside two losses and two draws, demonstrating consistent form both at home and away. Their most recent head-to-head against Catanzaro ended in a 0-1 defeat, providing extra motivation for the team ahead of the upcoming game.
Match Results: Cesena
Latest news
US Catanzaro
Catanzaro approach the match with one uncertainty in their lineup. The participation of Marco Pompetti remains in doubt- the midfielder is dealing with a broken leg, and a final decision on his readiness will be made closer to the game.
Cesena
Cesena are dealing with two disciplinary setbacks. Emmanuel Adamo will miss the match due to an accumulation of yellow cards, while Simone Bastoni is suspended following a red card in the previous round.
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- home team wins - 2, away team wins - 1, draws - 0.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Cesena
- matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- wins: 7 vs 9;
- win percentage: 41% vs 53%;
- losses: 3 vs 4;
- draws: 7 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 7 vs 6;
- losses: 2 vs 2;
- draws: 1 vs 2.
- US Catanzaro have not lost in 8 of last 9 games (Serie B).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.67, the guests - 1.33;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 1; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Cesena
- average total in the tournament: 2.53 vs 2.53;
- average total goals scored: 1.41 vs 1.47;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.41 vs 0.76;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 0.71;
- US Catanzaro: average total at home in the tournament - 1.56;
- Cesena: average total away in the tournament - 1.33;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.7 (home - 1.67) vs 1.4 (away - 0.8).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in 10 of last 11 Cesena games (Serie B).
- Under 3.5 goals scored in last 5 Cesena away games (Serie B).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 6 (1.67 - for home team and 4.33 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 6.5 (1.5 - for home team and 5 - for away team).
US Catanzaro: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.76; at home field - 5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; at home field - 5.17.
Cesena: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.41, away - 4;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 4.8; away - 4.6.
- Cesena have taken under 4.5 corners in 7 of last 8 away games (Serie B).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 3;
- both teams scored all-time - 1 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: US Catanzaro vs Cesena
- number of matches played in the tournament: 17 vs 17;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 11 vs 12;
- number of BTTS matches for US Catanzaro at home - 6 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Cesena away - 6 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 5;
- BTTS matches for US Catanzaro at home - 3 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Cesena away - 2 (40%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (31/170, 18.2%);
- US Catanzaro at home most often finish matches: 1:0 , 1:1 (2/9, 22.2%);
- Cesena away most often play: 1:2 (3/9, 33.3%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 14.72% (odds 5)
1:0 - 10.48% (odds 6.8)
0:0 - 10.14% (odds 7)
Editorial Prediction
Bookmakers are not picking a favorite, and for good reason-both teams are in strong form and confidently positioned at the top of the table. Catanzaro have found their stride, winning their last four matches consecutively and consistently improving as games progress. They have been particularly effective in the second half, scoring after the break in five straight matches, overpowering their opponents with pace and pressure. Cesena are capable of putting up a fight, but they will need to withstand this particular phase of the game. In this context, betting on a Catanzaro goal in the second half seems like the most reasonable choice.No comments
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