Palermo's Fortress
Palermo FC is riding a wave of momentum as they prepare to face Empoli FC at the Stadio Renzo Barbera. With a formidable home record of 7-3-1 this season, Palermo has turned their stadium into a fortress, winning their last five home matches consecutively. Their recent form is bolstered by a 1-0 victory against Juve Stabia, marking a crucial win after a series of mixed results. Joel Pohjanpalo, Palermo's top scorer with 13 goals, will be a key figure in this encounter, especially given Palermo's tendency to score 24% of their goals in the final 15 minutes of matches.
Empoli's Struggles
Empoli FC, on the other hand, is grappling with inconsistency and injuries, sitting 15th in Serie A. Their recent 1-1 draw against Bologna highlights their struggles, as they have failed to score in their last three matches. Despite the challenges, Sebastiano Esposito has been a standout performer, netting 10 goals this season. However, Empoli's away form is concerning, with a record of 4-0-6, and they have failed to score in 4 of their 10 away matches.
Head-to-Head Dynamics
Historically, Empoli has had the upper hand in this fixture, winning 9 of the last 19 meetings. However, Palermo's recent performances suggest a shift in dynamics. The last encounter saw Palermo emerge victorious by two goals, and they have not lost in their last 10 games. The average number of goals in meetings between these teams is 3.6, but with Empoli's current scoring drought, this match might not follow the usual high-scoring trend.
Strategic Outlook
Given Palermo's strong home form and Empoli's scoring struggles, the odds favor a home victory. Palermo's ability to keep clean sheets, as seen in their last three matches, further supports this prediction. While both teams have a history of scoring late goals, Empoli's recent inability to find the net suggests that both teams may not score in this encounter. Palermo's defensive solidity and Empoli's offensive woes make a compelling case for a Palermo win without both teams scoring.
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