As Fiorentina returns to their home ground at Artemio Franchi Stadium after a series of away matches, they are set to host a struggling Cagliari side.
Match Preview and Expert Analysis
Game Details:
- Date: May 23, 2024
- Competition: Serie A, Round 7
- Venue: Artemio Franchi Stadium
Asian Handicap
- Full Time: 0:1.25
Total Goals
- First Half: 1.5
- Full Time: 2.5
Corner Kicks
- First Half: 4.5
- Full Time: 10
Amidst a challenging season, Cagliari continues to grapple with a series of draws and losses, exacerbated by injuries to key players. In contrast, Fiorentina’s solid performance and home advantage position them as the favorable side in this upcoming match.
Probability of Outcomes
Analysis suggests a likelihood of a Fiorentina victory, with a probability of 55.74%. The chances for a draw stand at 23.6%, while Cagliari’s prospects of winning are 20.67%.
The most probable final score is a 1-0 victory for Fiorentina at 11.68%, followed by potential 2-0 (10.17%) and 2-1 (9.77%) outcomes. The most likely draw scenario is 1-1, at 11.22%.
Probabilities of different outcomes in the match (Source: Sportsmole)
Expert Predictions:
- Whoscored: Fiorentina 2-0 Cagliari
- Footballpredictions: Fiorentina 3-1 Cagliari
- Our Prediction: Fiorentina 3-1 Cagliari
Key Match Officials
- Referee: Marco Di Bello
- Total matches officiated: 162
- Yellow cards issued: 740 (avg. 4.57 per match)
- Red cards: 40 (avg. 0.25 per match)
- Penalties awarded: 62 (avg. 0.38 per match)
Team Insights:
Fiorentina, currently 6th in Serie A, boasts 11 points and a recent record of 12 goals scored against 10 conceded. Cagliari, on the other hand, has amassed just 2 points and finds themselves at the bottom, with a total of 2 goals scored and 9 conceded.
Squad Availability:
- Fiorentina: Dodo and Pierozzi are out due to injuries. Castrovilli and Mina have uncertain playing status.
- Cagliari: Injuries sideline Lapadula and Rog; participation of Capradossi, Desogus, Jankto, and Mancosu remains doubtful.
Predicted Lineups:
- Fiorentina: Bravo; Ruibal, Pezzella, Riad, Abner; Rodriguez, Carvalho; Diao, Isco, Rodri; Iglesias
- Cagliari: Mamardashvili; Correia, Diakhaby, Ozkacar, Gaya; Pepelu, Guerra; Perez, Almeida, Lopez; Duro
Historical Context
Fiorentina has maintained an unbeaten streak against Cagliari since 2020.
Betting Tips:
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Fiorentina’s effective offensive play paired with their less stringent defense suggests a high-scoring match with a probable victory for the home side. However, betting enthusiasts should consider the potential for surprise as Cagliari seeks to overturn their poor form.
Cagliari vs Fiorentina prediction and betting tips – May 23, 2024
