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Italian Serie A: Genoa vs Bologna
Kickoff Time: 2024-05-25 02:45 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/Jennifer Lorenzini
As a newly promoted team, Genoa have performed well this season. They have successfully avoided relegation early on and are currently content with their position. In the last round of the league, Genoa lost 0-1 away to Roma, putting an end to their three-game unbeaten streak. Genoa primarily employ a 352 formation. While their offensive firepower is average, they excel in midfield interception. Genoa use a small zone defense in midfield to slow down the opponent’s progress and look for opportunities to intercept the ball. Perhaps the only weakness of them is the lack of top-class forwards on the front line, making it difficult for them to launch quick counterattacks after winning possession.
Bologna are undoubtedly the biggest surprise in Serie A this season. They have already secured a Champions League spot for next season. In the last round of the league, Bologna drew 3-3 at home against Juventus. They have an impressive record of four wins and five draws in their last nine league matches, displaying consistent performance. In terms of stats, Bologna have a balanced offense and defense. They have scored 54 goals and conceded 30 in the league so far, resulting in a goal difference of 24 and placing them fourth in the standings. It is worth mentioning that Bologna consistently perform well in tough matches, particularly when playing away. They have drawn against Inter, AC Milan, and Juventus on the road, and secured victories against Napoli, Roma, Atalanta, and Lazio, showcasing their strength in away games.
Considering their overall strength, Bologna are clearly a level above Genoa, and their current form and away performance are remarkably stable. Taking into account Genoa’s lack of motivation at this stage, while Bologna need to fight for the third place position. So, Bologna, with their strength and impressive form, undoubtedly deserves recognition.
Genoa’s Last 5 Games: LWDWL
24-05-20 Roma 1-0 Genoa
24-05-12 Genoa 2-1 Sassuolo
24-05-06 AC Milan 3-3 Genoa
24-04-30 Genoa 3-0 Cagliari
24-04-20 Genoa 0-1 Lazio
Bologna’s Last 5 Games: DWDDW
24-05-21 Bologna 3-3 Juventus
24-05-12 Napoli 0-2 Bologna
24-05-04 Torino 0-0 Bologna
24-04-28 Bologna 1-1 Udinese
24-04-23 Roma 1-3 Bologna
Head To Head Record:
24-01-06 Bologna 1-1 Genoa
22-05-21 Genoa 0-1 Bologna
21-09-22 Bologna 2-2 Genoa
21-05-13 Bologna 0-2 Genoa
21-01-10 Genoa 2-0 Bologna
Prediction: Bologna to win