Match Details
The match between Empoli and Lecce is scheduled to take place on December 11, 2023, at the Stadio Carlo Castellani – Computer Gross Arena. It is a Serie A regular season match, and the odds for this game are as follows: Empoli – Local Winner: 2.62, Draw: 3.29, Lecce – Away Winner: 3.03.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Empoli and Lecce have faced each other in four previous matches. In their most recent encounter on March 4th, 2023, Empoli emerged victorious with a score of 1-0. The history between these teams shows a competitive rivalry with close results.
Team Form: Empoli
Empoli’s recent form has been inconsistent with two wins, three losses, and one draw in their last six matches across all competitions. They have scored eight goals while conceding ten during this period.
In Serie A, Empoli currently sits in the 17th position with only three wins from fourteen matches played so far. They have accumulated eleven points with a goal difference of -17.
In their most recent Serie A fixture against Genoa on December 2nd, the match ended in a hard-fought draw with both teams scoring once.
Team Form: Lecce
Lecce’s away form has been underwhelming recently, failing to secure a victory in their last six matches on the road. During this period, they have drawn three times and suffered three defeats while scoring eight goals and conceding twelve.
In Serie A standings, Lecce currently occupies the 13th position with sixteen points from fourteen matches played so far. Their goal difference stands at -3.
Their latest outing against Bologna on December 3rd resulted in a 1-1 draw, with Lecce scoring an equalizer in the final minutes of the game.
Key Players
For Empoli, forward Francesco Caputo has been their standout player this season, netting four goals in thirteen appearances. His clinical finishing and ability to create opportunities make him a threat to any defense.
Lecce’s attacker Roberto Piccoli has also made an impact with three goals in thirteen matches. He possesses good positional awareness and is capable of finding the back of the net.
Statistical Insights
Empoli has struggled defensively this season, conceding twenty-six goals in fourteen Serie A matches. Their home form has been particularly poor, winning only one out of seven games played at Stadio Carlo Castellani.
On the other hand, Lecce has shown resilience by scoring sixteen goals so far but needs to improve their defensive stability as they have conceded nineteen goals.
Both teams have had difficulties securing victories recently and will be eager to change their fortunes. Given Empoli’s struggles at home and Lecce’s winless streak away from home, this match could be tightly contested.
Prediction: Empoli 1 – 1 Lecce
Based on recent performances and statistics, it is predicted that the match between Empoli and Lecce will end in a draw with both teams finding the back of the net.
