Bari vs Cesena Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 02 Nov 2025
Serie B Betting Preview: Bari vs Cesena
Bari square off against Cesena at Stadio San Nicola, with kick-off set for 09:00 on Sunday 2 November. Our betting preview features expert Italian Serie B predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.
Bari +0.25 look like a value bet on the Asian Handicap. This involves splitting our stake between 0 and +0.5, with a win against Cesena the desired outcome at betting odds of -139.
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Bari have enjoyed back-to-back Serie B home wins at Stadio San Nicola. Last time out, Mantova were beaten 1-0. Fabio Caserta's side ended up with just 22% possession and had four shots on target, with an early second half strike from Gabriele Moncini proving the difference.
Cesena have won their previous three games. The latest was a 2-1 home triumph at Orogel Stadium-Dino Manuzzi against Carrarese. The Emilia-Romagna outfit were restricted to 44% possession and recorded three shots on goal, with Cristian Shpendi and Tommaso Berti on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The most recent encounter between Cesena and Bari saw the former host a 1-1 draw at Orogel Stadium-Dino Manuzzi.
| Serie B | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Cesena |
18 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 25 | 20 | 5 | 25:20 | 31 |
| 16 | Bari |
18 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 16 | 28 | -12 | 16:28 | 17 |
Bari have 2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 8.3 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal. The Apulia team have averaged 44.0% possession and 3.0 corners per game, conceding 1.5 goals and 3.8 corners from 9.2 attempts and 4.5 shots on goal.
Top scorer Gabriele Moncini has found the net 5 times, with Leonardo Cerri, Matthias Verreth, Christian Gytkjaer and Mehdi Dorval getting 1 goals each. Lorenzo Dickmann is the leading assists maker on 2.
Cesena have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 3.7 shots on goal, 8.7 attempts and 1.6 goals. I Cavallucci Marini average 48.9% possession, 4.0 corners awarded and 3.4 corners against, while 1.2 goals have been conceded from 7.6 attempts and 3.2 shots on goal.
Cristian Shpendi is the leading goalscorer with 4, Riccardo Ciervo has 3, with Gianluca Frabotta and Jalen Blesa getting 2. Tommaso Berti has been the top assist maker with 4 in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Bari confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Michele Cerofolini (GK), Raffaele Pucino, Andrea Meroni, Dimitrios Nikolaou, Lorenzo Dickmann, Giulio Maggiore, Ebrima Darboe, Mehdi Dorval, Gaetano Castrovilli, Mirko Antonucci, Gabriele Moncini.
Cesena confirmed lineup (3-5-2): Jonathan Klinsmann (GK), Andrea Ciofi, Giovanni Zaro, Massimiliano Mangraviti, Riccardo Ciervo, Tommaso Berti, Michele Castagnetti, Matteo Francesconi, Gianluca Frabotta, Jalen Blesa, Cristian Shpendi.
Bari vs Cesena Prediction & Betting Tips
Our expert Bari vs Cesena betting tips include a main match prediction, a correct score pick, a corners forecast and bet builder advice. Explore each section below for detailed insights.
Match Prediction
If you agree with our verdict that Bari can avoid defeat in this Serie B clash, then you can back them with a +0.25 goal start at -139. There are several reasons to back this selection.
The latest Serie B injuries and suspensions can affect the overall outcome and we use this information as well as the form guide. The same applies to the stats so that we can get the best understanding of how things might pan out.
Key Bari vs Cesena league stats:
According to the best betting sites, our pick has a 58.1% chance of landing a return. However, our research has found that the actual probability is between 65-70%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
Our correct score prediction is a 2-1 win for Bari which is available at odds of +600. We think they’ll achieve victory and this is a way of getting bigger odds and more excitement.
Corners Prediction
Cesena have failed to cover the 4.5 corners line in five consecutive away games, with Bari conceding under 4.5 corners in 4 of their previous 5 matches. There are odds of -138 for this Cesena Team Corners wager and we think the line is too high.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’re happy to go with a bet builder that has Bari to cover the +0.25 Asian Handicap, three or more goals to be registered together with Cesena Under 4.5 corners.
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Bari vs Cesena Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
The draw is available at +205 if you believe that this Serie B clash will finish level, with Cesena at +140 and Bari chalked up at +190 with the bookmakers to secure a win of their own.
You can back Cesena at -147 on the Draw No Bet market, with money back if the game is a draw. Bari are +104 and this could be an attractive option for those who want some insurance.
For those anticipating a low-scoring contest, Under 2.5 is the market leader for the Total Goals market. If you’re wagering on Both Teams to Score, you can bet Yes at -118 and No at -120.
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Bari have swerved defeat at Stadio San Nicola in the previous five matches. Fabio Caserta's side have racked up five draws, four wins and one loss in the previous 10 home games, netting an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 0.80.
Cesena have managed seven victories and three losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.30 goals per game and conceding 1.10.
Bari beat Cesena 1-0 when they last met at Stadio San Nicola.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bari Home Stats |
4-5-1 | 1.90 | 1.10 | 0.80 | 3 | 7 | 7 | 3 | |
Cesena Away Stats |
7-0-3 | 2.40 | 1.30 | 1.10 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 5 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Bari League Stats
Cesena League Stats
- 2 wins, 4 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 1 defeat and 5 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 0.90 goals scored and 1.50 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.00 corners awarded and 3.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 6.80 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 3 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 corners awarded and 3.40 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.50 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.40 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.00 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 44.00% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 47.40% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 48.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 44.70% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Bari this season are Gabriele Moncini (5), Christian Gytkjaer (1), Leonardo Cerri (1)
- Top Assistors for Bari this season are Lorenzo Dickmann (2), Giuseppe Sibilli (1), Mehdi Dorval (1)
Bari vs Cesena Lineups & Team News
The Bari vs Cesena team news could change everything — review it before betting. We’ll bring you both the expected and confirmed lineups for Serie B, along with current injury news.
Bari Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Cesena Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Bari Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Cesena Confirmed Lineup 3-5-2
Bari Substitutes
- 1Marco Pissardo
- 3Riccardo Burgio
- 8Riccardo Pagano
- 9Christian Gytkjaer
- 10Nicola Bellomo
- 17Emanuele Rao
- 20Gaston Pereiro
- 21Anthony Partipilo
- 27Matthias Braunoeder
- 29Matthias Verreth
- 76Indrit Mavraj
- 99Leonardo Cerri
Cesena Substitutes
- 6Tommaso Arrigoni
- 10Simone Bastoni
- 13Raffaele Celia
- 16Peter Amoran
- 17Emanuele Adamo
- 18Matteo Guidi
- 26Matteo Piacentini
- 29Siren Diao
- 32Marco Olivieri
- 39Niccolo Fontana
- 40Luca Ferretti
- 43Filippo Bertaccini
Previous Bari Lineups
Previous Cesena Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Bari Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Fabio Caserta
Cesena Player Stats & Squad
Serie B Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Frosinone | 18 | 11 | 5 | 2 | 34:16 | 38 |
| 2 | Monza | 18 | 11 | 4 | 3 | 27:14 | 37 |
| 3 | Venezia | 18 | 10 | 5 | 3 | 31:14 | 35 |
| 4 | Palermo | 18 | 9 | 6 | 3 | 28:13 | 33 |
| 5 | Catanzaro | 18 | 8 | 7 | 3 | 26:19 | 31 |
| 6 | Cesena | 18 | 9 | 4 | 5 | 25:20 | 31 |
| 7 | Modena | 18 | 8 | 5 | 5 | 26:15 | 29 |
| 8 | Juve Stabia | 18 | 6 | 8 | 4 | 19:20 | 26 |
| 9 | Empoli | 18 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 25:24 | 24 |
| 10 | Calcio Padova | 18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 17:20 | 22 |
| 11 | Avellino | 18 | 5 | 7 | 6 | 21:30 | 22 |
| 12 | Reggiana | 18 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 22:25 | 20 |
| 13 | Carrarese | 18 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 24:29 | 20 |
| 14 | Sampdoria | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 18:25 | 17 |
| 15 | Spezia | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 | 17:25 | 17 |
| 16 | Bari | 18 | 3 | 8 | 7 | 16:28 | 17 |
| 17 | Sudtirol | 18 | 2 | 10 | 6 | 16:21 | 16 |
| 18 | Entella | 18 | 3 | 7 | 8 | 16:26 | 16 |
| 19 | Mantova | 18 | 4 | 3 | 11 | 15:27 | 15 |
| 20 | Pescara | 18 | 2 | 7 | 9 | 23:35 | 13 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Venezia | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 20:4 | 24 |
| 2 | Monza | 9 | 7 | 1 | 1 | 14:5 | 22 |
| 3 | Palermo | 10 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 17:5 | 21 |
| 4 | Juve Stabia | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 10:3 | 19 |
| 5 | Catanzaro | 10 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 16:11 | 19 |
| 6 | Frosinone | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 18:7 | 17 |
| 7 | Modena | 10 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 16:9 | 17 |
| 8 | Empoli | 10 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 17:11 | 15 |
| 9 | Cesena | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 13:8 | 15 |
| 10 | Entella | 9 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 11:8 | 14 |
| 11 | Sampdoria | 9 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 12:10 | 14 |
| 12 | Carrarese | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 12:9 | 13 |
| 13 | Bari | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 11:10 | 13 |
| 14 | Reggiana | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 11:8 | 12 |
| 15 | Avellino | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 11:14 | 12 |
| 16 | Pescara | 10 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 14:15 | 10 |
| 17 | Mantova | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 11:16 | 10 |
| 18 | Spezia | 10 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 8:14 | 9 |
| 19 | Sudtirol | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 8:9 | 8 |
| 20 | Calcio Padova | 8 | 1 | 5 | 2 | 9:11 | 8 |
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