Empoli vs Bologna: Serie A Match Preview
Bologna, riding high after their impressive Champions League performance against Borussia Dortmund, face Empoli, who are in search of crucial points to avoid relegation. This Serie A clash at the Stadio Carlo Castellani promises to be an intriguing contest.
Bologna aims to secure three points to boost their European ambitions, while Empoli seeks to bounce back from three consecutive home defeats. The visitors broke their historical jinx at this venue last year with a 1-0 victory, courtesy of a goal from Fabbian.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, January 25, 2025
- Kick-off: 20:45 CET
- Venue: Stadio Carlo Castellani, Empoli
How to Watch
The match will be broadcast live on DAZN and Sky Sport. Streaming options include DAZN, NOW TV, and Sky Go.
Probable Lineups
Empoli (3-4-2-1):
Vasquez; Goglichidze, Ismajli, Viti; Gyasi, Grassi, Henderson, Pezzella; Esposito, Fazzini; Colombo.
Bologna (4-2-3-1):
Skorupski; Holm, Beukema, Lucumi, Miranda; Freuler, Pobega; Ndoye, Odgaard, Dominguez; Dallinga.
Team News
Empoli may have Anjorin available for the bench, while D’Aversa is assessing the fitness of Viti and Cacace. Bologna will be without Orsolini for a month, with Ndoye and Dominguez likely to start on the wings. Dallinga is favored over Castro in attack, and there’s a midfield tussle between Ferguson and Pobega.
Commentary Team
DAZN: Alberto Santi and Fabio Bazzani
Sky: Dario Massara and Giancarlo Marocchi