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Italian Serie A:
Empoli vs Atalanta
Kickoff Time:
2023-10-31 01:30 (HKT)
Source:
REUTERS/PEDRO NUNES
Empoli’s recent
performances in Serie A have been consistently in the lower half of the table,
indicating their limited overall strength. This trend has continued into the
current season. In the previous round of the league, Empoli secured a 2-0 away
victory against Fiorentina, which improved their form. Over the last four
league matches, they have attained two wins, one draw, and one loss. However,
looking at the stats, Empoli have only scored three goals while conceding 16 in
nine league rounds. This lacklustre offensive and defensive performance makes
them the team with the fewest goals scored in Serie A. Thus, it is evident that
Empoli should not be overestimated based on their overall performance.
In the recent
Europa League group stage match, Atalanta secured a 2-2 draw against Sturm Graz
in an away game. Currently, Atalanta hold the top position in their group,
boasting a record of two wins and one draw, which puts them in an excellent
position to qualify for the next stage. Atalanta primarily employ a 3-4-2-1
formation, with Mario Pasalic leading the charge to apply direct pressure on
the opponent’s defence. Players like Marten de Roon, Charles De Ketelaere, and
Teun Koopmeiners provide support in terms of attacking firepower. Looking at
the stats, Atalanta have scored 15 goals while conceding eight in nine league
rounds. Their scoring rate of 1.66 goals per game showcases their offensive
prowess, while their defensive record of conceding only 0.88 goals per game
highlights their solid defensive capabilities.
There is indeed a
noticeable difference in overall strength between Atalanta and Empoli, with
Atalanta being the superior side. In terms of their head-to-head record, Empoli
have faced Atalanta five times in the past, managing only one win, one draw,
and three losses, clearly indicating a disadvantageous position. While Empoli
have shown improvements in recent form, their offensive and defensive
performance still lags significantly behind Atalanta. Considering the overall
strength and recent situations of both sides, it is evident that Atalanta are
the side worth paying attention to.
Empoli’s Last 5
Games: WDLWL
23-10-24 Fiorentina
0-2 Empoli
23-10-07 Empoli 0-0
Udinese
23-10-01 Bologna
3-0 Empoli
23-09-28 Empoli 1-0
Salernitana
23-09-24 Empoli 0-1
Inter
Atalanta’s Last 5
Games: DWLWD
23-10-27 Sturm Graz
2-2 Atalanta
23-10-23 Atalanta
2-0 Genoa
23-10-08 Lazio 3-2
Atalanta
23-10-06 Sporting
CP 1-2 Atalanta
23-10-02 Atalanta
0-0 Juventus
Head To Head
Record:
23-03-18 Atalanta
2-1 Empoli
22-10-30 Empoli 0-2
Atalanta
22-05-22 Atalanta
0-1 Empoli
21-10-17 Empoli 1-4
Atalanta
19-04-16 Atalanta
0-0 Empoli
Prediction: Atalanta to win