Atalanta vs Empoli Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 22 Dec 2024

Over 2.5 Goals the Most Likely Outcome

The numbers suggest that we’ll see the net bulge a few times when Atalanta and Empoli meet. If you agree with our prediction, you can get odds of -150 when it comes to backing Over 2.5 on the Total Goals market.

5 Atalanta Wins in Last 7 H2H Clashes

Atalanta have got the win in their last ten games. Most recently, a 1-0 victory occurred on the road when meeting Cagliari at Unipol Domus. Gian Piero Gasperini's men enjoyed 56% possession and had two shots on target, with Nicolo Zaniolo netting the winner in the 66th minute.

Empoli were defeated in their previous game, being turned over 1-0 at home to Torino at Stadio Carlo Castellani. The Tuscany side had the lion’s share of the ball boasting 59% possession and four shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

It has been four consecutive victories for Atalanta when playing Empoli. In their last clash, Atalanta came out with a 2-0 home win at Gewiss Stadium. The previous 7 H2H meetings have involved five Atalanta wins, a single draw and one Empoli victory.

The last 10 Atalanta games have all ended in a win, averaging 2.8 goals from 6.0 shots on goal and 15.8 attempts. La Dea have averaged 55.7% possession, 543.4 passes and 4.6 corners per match, conceding 0.5 goals and 2.2 corners from 3.3 shots on goal and 8.3 attempts.

Top scorer Mateo Retegui has found the net 8 times, with Ademola Lookman and Marten de Roon getting 6 and 3 respectively. Raoul Bellanova and Charles De Ketelaere have the most assists with 4, while goalie Marco Carnesecchi has recorded 5 clean sheets.

Empoli have 2 victories, 5 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 2.9 shots on goal, 8.7 attempts and 0.9 goals. Roberto D'Aversa's team average 42.5% possession, 342.6 passes, 4.4 corners awarded and 5.8 corners against, while 1.4 goals have been conceded from 14.7 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal.

Sebastiano Esposito and Pietro Pellegri have scored 3, followed by Liberato Cacace with 1. Liberato Cacace has clocked up 2 assists, with Devis Vasquez keeping 1 clean sheets in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Atalanta confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Marco Carnesecchi (GK), Odilon Kossounou, Berat Djimsiti, Sead Kolasinac, Raoul Bellanova, Davide Zappacosta, Mario Pasalic, Ederson, Charles De Ketelaere, Ademola Lookman, Mateo Retegui.

Empoli confirmed lineup (3-4-2-1): Devis Vasquez (GK), Saba Goglichidze, Ardian Ismajli, Liberato Cacace, Emmanuel Quartsin Gyasi, Giuseppe Pezzella, Tino Anjorin, Alberto Grassi, Liam Henderson, Sebastiano Esposito, Lorenzo Colombo.

Atalanta vs Empoli Prediction & Betting Tips

We are backing Over 2.5 Goals at -150, with this Serie A game set to be a high-scoring affair. We think the odds are attractive when it comes to at least three goals being scored.

The football experts at Sportsgambler.com check injury updates regularly and combine this with the form guide. We’re also able to consult a database of stats and present the key numbers to our readers.

Key Atalanta vs Empoli league stats:

• The 2.5 line has been covered in 9 of the last 10 Atalanta games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Atalanta games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Atalanta games at home.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in 3 of the last 5 Empoli games on the road.
• The 2.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Empoli games on the road.

Over 2.5 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 60% chance of winning. After careful examination, our experts have this probability somewhere between 65-70%. This is why we can recommend this wager.

Those expecting a few goals to be scored might want to consider Over 3.5 Goals at a bigger price. There’s the chance to cheer on both teams when they attack and you need four or more to trigger a pay out.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Atalanta 3 - 1 Empoli

We’ve got a correct score prediction which involves Atalanta winning 3-1. Odds of +950 look appealing and we should get a run for our money here.

Atalanta vs Empoli Odds

Atalanta have short betting odds to win and they’re overwhelming -333 favourites for this Serie A clash. This means the bookies give them a 77% chance of winning the game. The market suggests that Empoli are least likely to win at +900.

For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.

You can find hundreds of markets for every Serie A match, with the leading football betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your bets.

Full-Time Result

1

-333

X

+450

2

+900

Half-Time Result

1

-138

X

+160

2

+700

Double Chance

1X

-1587

12

-699

X2

+240

Draw No Bet

1

-1205

2

+700

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -1.5

-110

2 Hcp +1.5

+102

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+137.5

Over 2.5

-175

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-100

No

-133

Atalanta vs Empoli Lineups & Team News

It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Atalanta vs Empoli team news.

The Serie A squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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