Empoli vs Cesena Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 28 February 2026
📢 What to expect from the clash between Empoli and Cesena in the 27th round of Serie B? Both teams sit mid-table, but their current form tells a different story. Empoli, despite having home advantage, struggle with consistency-their recent matches have highlighted a lack of scoring prowess. Cesena, on the other hand, have shown more confidence, particularly in away games, although they've been on the losing end quite frequently of late.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 10 January 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 0:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Cesena):
- ball possession percentage: 65% vs 35%;
- corner kicks: 12 vs 3;
- fouls: 7 vs 10;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 2;
- shots on target: 6 vs 4.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Empoli and Cesena:
- played 16 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 9, for the away team - 3, draws - 4;
- number of goals - 29 against 19;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.38, in the 2nd half - 1.63;
- average total goals in the match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Empoli - Cesena
Empoli Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - Frosinone Calcio, away team - Empoli). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:2.
Here's the game statistics (Empoli vs Frosinone Calcio):
- ball possession: 37% vs 63%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 6;
- fouls: 16 vs 6;
- yellow cards: 4 vs 1;
- shots on target: 5 vs 8.
Empoli, currently sitting tenth in the standings, are struggling with their scoring ability. The team has displayed inconsistent form, recording two draws and three losses in their last five matches. Over their last 10 games, Empoli have averaged just 0.9 goals per match, highlighting their attacking issues. However, their defense isn't flawless either, conceding around 1.3 goals per game. Despite having home advantage, they have failed to secure a win in seven consecutive home matches, which could be a crucial factor in this upcoming game.
Match Results: Empoli
Cesena Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Serie B tournament (home team - Cesena, away - Spezia Calcio). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:3.
Here are the match stats (Cesena vs Spezia Calcio):
- ball possession: 52% vs 48%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 0;
- fouls: 11 vs 15;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 2;
- shots on target: 8 vs 6.
Cesena are currently sitting eighth in the standings and have been performing well even away from home. However, their recent form indicates a slight downturn with a string of consecutive losses. Nonetheless, the team remains capable of surprising opponents with powerful attacking plays and a strong ability to defend against counterattacks.
Match Results: Cesena
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 16;
- home team wins - 9, away team wins - 3, draws - 4.
Statistics: Empoli vs Cesena
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 7 vs 11;
- win percentage: 27% vs 42%;
- losses: 10 vs 11;
- draws: 9 vs 4.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 2 vs 2;
- losses: 4 vs 7;
- draws: 4 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.81, the guests - 1.19;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 9; at the home team's field - 3.
Statistics: Empoli vs Cesena
- average total in the tournament: 2.62 vs 2.73;
- average total goals scored: 1.23 vs 1.31;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.5 vs 0.65;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.73 vs 0.65;
- Empoli: average total at home in the tournament - 1.36;
- Cesena: average total away in the tournament - 1.23;
- last 10 matches (average total): 0.9 (home - 0.6) vs 1 (away - 1).
- Cesena have scored under 1.5 goals in 7 of last 8 away games (Serie B).
Prediction on corners
Empoli: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.54; at home field - 4.93;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.2; at home field - 6.6.
Cesena: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.35, away - 4.23;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.5; away - 4.75.
- Empoli have taken over 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games (Serie B).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 16;
- both teams scored all-time - 9 times;
- on the home team’s field - 3 times.
Statistics: Empoli vs Cesena
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 15 vs 17;
- number of BTTS matches for Empoli at home - 10 (71%);
- number of BTTS matches for Cesena away - 9 (69%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 5 vs 6;
- BTTS matches for Empoli at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Cesena away - 3 (75%).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (41/260, 15.8%);
- Empoli at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (6/14, 42.9%);
- Cesena away most often play: 1:2 (4/13, 30.8%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 13.52% (odds 6)
1:0 - 10.22% (odds 7.5)
0:0 - 8.67% (odds 9)
Editorial Prediction
Empoli enter the match as favorites and will aim to live up to that status on home turf, especially since their opponents have been struggling with results lately. Head-to-head encounters also suggest a scenario with a lively finish: the hosts have scored after the break in six consecutive matches. If Cesena fail to keep up the pace again, second-half pressure could be decisive. In this scenario, considering an Empoli goal in the second half seems a logical choice.No comments
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