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- Competition: Italy - Serie A
- Date: Saturday, 9th, November 2024
- Kickoff: 14:00 UK / 15.00 CET
- Venue: Stadio Pierluigi Penzo (Venice)
Saturday’s Serie A schedule includes a showdown of newly promoted clubs, as Venezia hosts Parma at the Pier Luigi Penzo, with each side hoping to turn around their early-season struggles.
After a two-year hiatus, Venezia have clawed their way back into Italy’s top tier through the playoff path, which means they’ll be fully focused on securing their elite status for at least another 12 months. However, the return to Italy’s top-flight has proven to be a delicate affair for Eusebio Di Francesco's side, as they have only managed to scrape together a poor tally of eight points from 11 league games, which has immediately plunged them into the critical zone where relegation looms.
Up next is a test against Parma, who have proudly reclaimed a spot in Serie A after emerging as second-division champions last season, yet their comeback season has opened as shakily as that of their fellow newly-promoted counterparts on Saturday. Indeed, the Crusaders have only managed one victory and putting up a mere nine points on the board from 11 top-flight appearances, leaving them floating just above the dreaded relegation zone in 16th place and highlighting the urgent need for a turnaround in fortunes.
Venezia vs Parma Betting Tips: BTTS
With both teams sitting in precarious positions on the table, it’s clear they’ll both be pushing hard for all three points, which opens up the possibility for this contest to be fast-paced and action-packed. While Venezia have stepped up their attack with five goals in the last three league matches, they still have a lot of room for improvement defensively, as they have conceded two or more goals in five of their last six games. Furthermore, Parma’s defense presents a concerning picture, as their goalless draw against Bologna in early October remains the only occasion out of 12 tests this season where they managed to keep their opponents at bay. What’s even more interesting is that the defenses of these teams have been vulnerable in their recent head-to-heads, with each of the last six matches featuring goals in both nets, which leads us to anticipate another high-scoring contest. Since both sides will be aiming for all three points, considering their frequent defensive vulnerabilities, we expect the crowd in Venice to enjoy an entertaining game of football where both teams will scrape their way to the goal.
Venezia FC vs Parma Head to Head (H2H) stats
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Parma
2 : 1
Venezia FC
Serie B
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Venezia FC
3 : 2
Parma
Serie B
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Parma
2 : 1
Venezia FC
Serie B
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Venezia FC
2 : 2
Parma
Serie B
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Parma
3 : 1
Venezia FC
Coppa Italia
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Parma
1 : 1
Venezia FC
Serie B
Venezia team news
With a pivotal clash looming on Saturday, Venezia can take comfort in their near full squad, missing only Bjarki Bjarkason due to a herniated disc, though he is expected back in the middle of the month.
Dissatisfied with the individual performances in the team's loss to Inter, Eusebio Di Francesco is planning potential changes to the squad, and Gianluca Busio could be given a chance to start in the upcoming match.
Last matches of Venezia FC
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Inter Milan
1 : 0
Venezia FC
Serie A
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Venezia FC
3 : 2
Udinese
Serie A
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AC Monza
2 : 2
Venezia FC
Serie A
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Venezia FC
0 : 2
Atalanta
Serie A
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Hellas Verona
2 : 1
Venezia FC
Serie A
Venezia FC lineup
Goalkeeper
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35
Filip Stankovic
Defenders
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30
Michael Svoboda
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4
Jay Idzes
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27
Antonio Candela
Midfielders
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5
Ridgeciano Haps
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14
Hans Nicolussi Caviglia
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32
Alfred Duncan
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7
Francesco Zampano
Forwards
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11
Gaetano Oristanio
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6
Gianluca Busio
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20
Joel Pohjanpalo
Parma team news
Parma's heartbreaking 0-1 defeat to Genoa last week at home was made worse by the loss of two crucial players, with Adrian Bernabe being substituted early in the 12th minute and Anas Haj Mohamed following suit just half an hour later.
Experienced Brazilian midfielder Hernani sustained a thigh injury against Juventus at the end of October, meaning he will be sidelined for at least two to three matches, with hopes of returning after the November international break.
Last matches of Parma
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Parma
0 : 1
Genoa
Serie A
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Juventus
2 : 2
Parma
Serie A
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Parma
1 : 1
Empoli
Serie A
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Como
1 : 1
Parma
Serie A
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Bologna
0 : 0
Parma
Serie A
Parma lineup
Goalkeeper
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31
Zion Suzuki
Defenders
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14
Emanuele Valeri
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4
Botond Balogh
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15
Enrico Delprato
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26
Woyo Coulibaly
Midfielders
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8
Nahuel Estevez
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16
Mandela Keita
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28
Valentin Mihaila
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19
Simon Sohm
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98
Dennis Man
Forwards
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13
Ange-Yoan Bonny
3 Reasons why we expect BTTS
- Venezia have gone without a clean sheet in six consecutive Serie A matches.
- Parma has recorded just one shutout from their 12 appearances so far.
- Each of the last six H2H encounters between these rivals has featured goals at both ends.
Main prediction Venezia FC - Parma
Both Teams to Score
Best Odds:
Additional predictions
Venezia FC & Parma current standing in Serie A
Regular Season | P | W | D | L |
G - A
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GD | Pts | |
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1 | Napoli | 11 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 18 - 8 | +10 | 25 |
2 | Inter | 11 | 7 | 3 | 1 | 25 - 13 | +12 | 24 |
3 | Atalanta | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 29 - 14 | +15 | 22 |
4 | Fiorentina | 11 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 22 - 9 | +13 | 22 |
5 | Lazio | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 24 - 14 | +10 | 22 |
6 | Juventus | 11 | 5 | 6 | 0 | 19 - 7 | +12 | 21 |
7 | Milan | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 17 - 11 | +6 | 17 |
8 | Udinese | 11 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 14 - 16 | -2 | 16 |
9 | Bologna | 10 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 12 - 11 | +1 | 15 |
10 | Torino | 11 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 15 - 16 | -1 | 14 |
11 | Empoli | 11 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 8 - 9 | -1 | 14 |
12 | Roma | 11 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 12 - 14 | -2 | 13 |
13 | Hellas Verona | 11 | 4 | 0 | 7 | 16 - 24 | -8 | 12 |
14 | Como | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 13 - 23 | -10 | 10 |
15 | Genoa | 12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 - 22 | -13 | 10 |
16 | Cagliari | 11 | 2 | 3 | 6 | 9 - 19 | -10 | 9 |
17 | Parma | 11 | 1 | 6 | 4 | 14 - 17 | -3 | 9 |
18 | Monza | 11 | 1 | 5 | 5 | 10 - 14 | -4 | 8 |
19 | Venezia | 11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 10 - 19 | -9 | 8 |
20 | Lecce | 11 | 2 | 2 | 7 | 4 - 20 | -16 | 8 |