Genoa and Bologna meet in a clash that pits defensive frailties against attacking flair, with both sides eager to climb the Serie A table.
Kick-off is set for 14:00 on Sunday at the Stadio Luigi Ferraris, where Bologna’s superior season form is set against Genoa’s strong historical edge in this fixture.
Best Bets & Predictions
Based on Bologna’s higher scoring rate and Genoa’s tendency to concede, our top betting recommendations focus on the away side’s attacking potential and the likelihood of goals at both ends. We’re particularly confident in backing Bologna on the double chance, given their strong form and Genoa’s leaky defence, while Both Teams To Score also stands out thanks to recent trends.
| Our Prediction | Odds & Bookmaker | Confidence | Why We’re Backing It |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams To Score – Yes | 1/1 @ Bet365 (50.0%) | ⭐⭐⭐ | Genoa have conceded in 17 of 21 matches but also scored in 3 of their last 4 head-to-heads with Bologna. With both teams featuring in matches with regular goals at both ends, BTTS looks solid value at even money. |
| Correct Score 1-1 | 9/2 @ Bet365 (18.2%) | ⭐⭐ | Three of the last six meetings have ended all square. Both sides are prone to sharing points, and with neither defence fully convincing, a 1-1 draw could be on the cards once again. |
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Season Form & Standings
Bologna have outscored Genoa by eight goals and boast a win percentage twice as high (38% vs 19%). Genoa, meanwhile, have the joint-third most draws in Serie A but have struggled for wins, leaving them closer to the drop zone than mid-table security.
| Team | Pos | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bologna | 8 | 21 | 8 | 6 | 7 | 30 | 24 | 6 | 30 |
| Genoa | 16 | 21 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 22 | 29 | -7 | 20 |
Potential Match-Winners
- Riccardo Orsolini (Bologna): Seven league goals from attacking midfield, converting 40.6% of his shots on target – a major creative and finishing outlet for the visitors.
- Santiago Castro (Bologna): Six goals and two assists; lively in the box, responsible for nearly a fifth of Bologna’s league strikes.
- Lorenzo Colombo (Genoa): Five league goals with a 50% shot accuracy – Genoa’s most potent attacking threat, especially when given space in transition.
Head-to-Head: Last 5 Meetings
Genoa have held the upper hand in recent encounters, winning two of the last six and drawing three. Bologna’s sole win in this stretch came earlier this season, but most meetings have been tight affairs with both teams regularly finding the net.
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 20/09/25 | Bologna 2-1 Genoa | Serie A |
| 24/05/25 | Bologna 1-3 Genoa | Serie A |
| 19/10/24 | Genoa 2-2 Bologna | Serie A |
| 24/05/24 | Genoa 2-0 Bologna | Serie A |
| 05/01/24 | Bologna 1-1 Genoa | Serie A |
Conclusion
Will Bologna’s attacking edge win out against Genoa’s history of resilience in this fixture? With Orsolini and Castro in fine scoring form and Genoa’s defence leaking nearly 1.4 goals per game, the visitors look well placed to avoid defeat. Our top pick remains the Bologna Double Chance at 2/5 (71.4%) with Bet365, which appeals given the current league positions and recent form. Both Teams To Score also has merit at 1/1 (50.0%) with Bet365 if you expect action at both ends.
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