In a desperate attempt to keep European football hopes alive, Fiorentina will host Bologna on Sunday, May 18 in the 37th game week of Serie A.
The game is equally important for the visitors before heading on to the finals of Coppa Italia, as Bologna themselves are just two points below the Champions League qualification category. With a lot at stake in one of the most exciting seasons of Italian first Division football, this game might prove pivotal for a lot of teams and the result of this fixture might even become fatal for a lot of other teams like AS Roma, AC Milan , and Lazio.
Learn more about the odds, team news, picks, and predictions for the thrilling game between the much exciting fixture with lots at stake between Fiorentina and Bologna:
Where to watch Fiorentina vs Bologna
Here is when and where to watch the clash between Fiorentina vs Bologna:
Date: 18/05/2025
Time: 08:45 PM CET
Location: Stadio Artemio Franchi, Firenze, Italy.
Where to watch: The match can be watched on DAZN in Italy
Fiorentina vs Bologna Preview
In the return fixture earlier this season, Bologna scraped through Fiorentina in a tight 1-0 margin, but recent history has been more in favour of Fiorentina, winning 13 of the last 28 games.
Fiorentina
Three players suspended with accumulation of cards, and four players out with injuries, Fiorentina manager Raffaelle Palladino has quite some problems in his hands and a limited squad to go ahead with. David de Gea’s presence between the sticks is certainly a big boost to have with his experience and winning mentality in the squad. Three points less than their visitors, the side from Florence will try their best to finish the season as strongly as possible.
Bologna
With a remarkable top-five finish last season, Bologna are once again in the quest for glory, sitting seventh in the league table, but certainly have their eyes on hearing the Champions League anthem at home. Bologna has won seven times against the home side, while 10 games finished in a draw. Any points gathered by the visitors will be a bonus and will be another important step towards playing in the Champions League.
Fiorentina vs Bologna Under/Over Predictions
The Playoffs aim to facilitate the safest bets for the game. Have a look at the predictions for the game below.
Total goals Over 2.5 @ +120 as per FanDuel: As mentioned before, with lots to play for, equally for both the sides, Fiorentina and Bologna are expected to go all out and score as much as possible to secure not just points but also improve their goal tally, which might be the differential factor in this season’s Italian top flight football campaign.
Fiorentina vs Bologna Player Picks
Riccardo Orsolini to score anytime @ +250 as per Bet MGM: 13 goals, and three assist for Bologna this is already in the Serie A campaign, the 28 year old, Italian right winger will once again have favourable odds to be on the score sheet as per Bet MGM. Fiorentina vs
Nicolo Fagioli to score anytime @ +460 as per FanDuel: Nicolo Fagioli, on loan from Juventus, has been a bright spot for the Fiorentina team this season, with two assists in the campaign so far. With important names missing up front, we can expect the Italian midfielder to step up to the occasion,.
Fiorentina vs Bologna Predictions
An exciting matchup that promises lots of goals and lots to play for, this fixture will be important, not just for these two teams, but also in the formation of the larger table in the Italian first division. Eventually, this match might settle what the Italian contingent looks like in next season’s European football. The Rossoblu are eying the opportunity to end a long wait for major silverware. The Bologna have won the Coppa Italia only two times in their history, and their last success dates back to 1974. That win, obtained on penalties over Palermo, is still one of the club’s defining moments. There have been decades of partial success since then, but the current setup has brought hope with a continental tournament and a good run in the national cup.
Our Final Prediction: 2-2 to settle the teams for a point each, being a fitting end to the firepower in both the teams’ lineups. A point each shared between Fiorentina and Bologna will still keep them in place to fight for their immediate glory, and conquer what they want to achieve in the larger perspective of the league.
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