Bologna vs Lille Prediction 27.11.2024 | Champions League
Bologna
Kick off:
Date:
Lille
1
2.43
X
3.44
2
3.14
Contents
- Competition: Champions League
- Date: 27.11.2024
- Kickoff: 20:00 UK / 21:00 CET
- Venue: Stadio Renato Dall'Ara (Bologna)
When Bologna qualified for Europe's elite competition, hopes were high for the Serie A outfit. Yet their maiden Champions League voyage has become a story of frustration and missed opportunities. Four games in, the Italians have mustered just a solitary point from their opener against Shakhtar, while their attacking woes - zero goals scored - tell a painful tale. A heavy 3-0 weekend defeat to Lazio only deepens concerns that their fairy-tale run from last season may have been just that - a one-off story.
Meanwhile, Lille's European adventure keeps gathering momentum. The French side has quietly built an impressive 11-game unbeaten streak across all competitions, but there's nothing quiet about their Champions League performances. They've taken some prized scalps along the way - outfoxing both Madrid giants Atletico and Real, while holding Juventus to a draw. Such results aren't flukes; they're the product of a squad that's mastered the art of European football. The challenge now? Maintaining this purple patch as the business end of the tournament approaches.
Bologna vs Lille pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS
A clash of contrasting European fortunes: Bologna still seeking their first Champions League goal, while Lille strut in with the confidence of an 11-game unbeaten run. Yet European nights can be unpredictable, and Bologna's home pride is at stake. Lille's tactical discipline rather than attacking flair has been their hallmark, while Bologna can't risk another heavy defeat. Both sides' approach points to a calculated, low-scoring encounter. With the hosts' goal drought and Lille's pragmatic style, Under 2.5 goals at 1.85 looks the value play in what promises to be a tight tactical battle.
Bologna team news
The hosts are dealing with significant injury concerns ahead of this crucial Champions League clash. The absence of key midfielder Aebischer is particularly troubling, while Ferguson's creative spark will be sorely missed in attack. With five potential absentees, Bologna's already challenging task becomes even more difficult against an in-form Lille side.
Last matches of Bologna
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Lazio
3 : 0
Bologna
Serie A
-
AS Roma
2 : 3
Bologna
Serie A
-
Bologna
0 : 1
Monaco
Champions League
-
Bologna
1 : 0
Lecce
Serie A
-
Cagliari
0 : 2
Bologna
Serie A
Bologna lineup
Goalkeeper
-
34
Federico Ravaglia
Defenders
-
33
Juan Miranda
-
26
Jhon Lucumi
-
31
Sam Bekuema
-
3
Stefan Posch
Midfielders
-
7
Riccardo Orsolini
-
18
Tommaso Pobega
-
80
Giovanni Fabbian
-
8
Remo Freuler
-
21
Jens Odgaard
Forwards
-
90
Santiago Castro
Lille team news
The visitors' injury list is shorter than their opponents', with three confirmed absentees. Former Barcelona defender Umtiti remains sidelined with a knee problem, while striker Ilic and midfielder Fernandes are also unavailable. Right-back Santos could still make the squad, pending a late fitness check before kickoff.
Last matches of Lille
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Lille
1 : 0
Rennes
Ligue 1
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OGC Nice
2 : 2
Lille
Ligue 1
-
Lille
1 : 1
Juventus
Champions League
-
Lille
1 : 1
Lyon
Ligue 1
-
RC Lens
0 : 2
Lille
Ligue 1
Lille lineup
Goalkeeper
-
30
Lucas Chevalier
Defenders
-
12
Thomas Meunier
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18
Bafode Diakite
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4
Alexsandro Ribeiro
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5
Gabriel Gudmundsson
Midfielders
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23
Edon Zhegroba
-
21
Benjamin Andre
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8
Angel Gomes
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32
Ayyoub Bouaddi
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11
Osame Sahraoui
Forwards
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9
Jonathan David
Bologna vs Lille key betting facts
- Bologna have won just once in their last 8 home matches
- Lille have not lost in their last 11 matches
- This is the first direct duel between these teams
Main prediction Bologna - Lille
Under 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
22Bet
1.77
Additional predictions
Bologna & Lille current standing in Champions League
| League Stage | P | W | D | L |
G - A
|
GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10 - 1 | +9 | 12 |
| 2 | Sporting CP | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 - 2 | +7 | 10 |
| 3 | Monaco | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 - 4 | +6 | 10 |
| 4 | Brest | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 - 3 | +6 | 10 |
| 5 | Inter | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 - 0 | +6 | 10 |
| 6 | FC Barcelona | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 15 - 5 | +10 | 9 |
| 7 | Borussia Dortmund | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 - 6 | +7 | 9 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 - 1 | +5 | 9 |
| 9 | Atalanta | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 - 0 | +5 | 8 |
| 10 | Manchester City | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 - 4 | +6 | 7 |
| 11 | Juventus | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 7 |
| 12 | Arsenal | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 - 1 | +2 | 7 |
| 13 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 - 5 | +1 | 7 |
| 14 | LOSC Lille | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 - 4 | +1 | 7 |
| 15 | Celtic | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 - 9 | 0 | 7 |
| 16 | Dinamo Zagreb | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 - 12 | -2 | 7 |
| 17 | FC Bayern München | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 - 7 | +4 | 6 |
| 18 | Real Madrid | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 - 7 | +2 | 6 |
| 19 | Benfica | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 6 |
| 20 | Milan | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 6 | +1 | 6 |
| 21 | Feyenoord | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 10 | -3 | 6 |
| 22 | Club Brugge | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 - 6 | -3 | 6 |
| 23 | Atlético Madrid | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 - 9 | -4 | 6 |
| 24 | PSV | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 5 |
| 25 | Paris Saint Germain | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 5 | -2 | 4 |
| 26 | Sparta Praha | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 - 8 | -3 | 4 |
| 27 | VfB Stuttgart | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 6 | -3 | 4 |
| 28 | Shakhtar Donetsk | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 - 5 | -3 | 4 |
| 29 | Girona | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 - 8 | -4 | 3 |
| 30 | Salzburg | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 - 10 | -7 | 3 |
| 31 | Bologna | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 - 5 | -5 | 1 |
| 32 | RB Leipzig | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 - 9 | -5 | 0 |
| 33 | Sturm Graz | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 - 6 | -5 | 0 |
| 34 | Young Boys | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 - 11 | -10 | 0 |
| 35 | Crvena Zvezda | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 - 16 | -12 | 0 |
| 36 | Slovan Bratislava | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 - 15 | -13 | 0 |