Fiorentina will take on Bologna on Sunday, 18 May, in a big match in the race for European qualification in Serie A.
Bologna have enjoyed themselves away from Serie A this week, beating AC Milan in the final of the Coppa Italia. The same can't be said for Fiorentina, who crashed out of the Europa Conference League in the semi-final against Real Betis.
However, in the league, both have been struggling in recent months, so this match is a last chance saloon in terms of trying to get into the Champions League for next season for Bologna and any European competition for Fiorentina.
As part of this week's round of Serie A betting tips, check out our Fiorentina vs Bologna prediction below.
Contents
Fiorentina vs Bologna prediction: The visitors to get the win
Key stats
- Bologna have won their last two matches against Fiorentina
- Fiorentina have only won one of their last four home matches in all competitions.
- Both teams have scored in six of Fiorentina's last seven matches.
Correct score prediction: Fiorentina 1-2 Bologna
Fiorentina have a recent history of losing matches 2-1, with two of their last three losses coming by this scoreline. Bologna also aren't really in the business of battering teams, with their last three victories all coming by a singular goal.
Place your bet on this prediction at bet365.
Pre-game odds and win probability: A tough match to call
- HOME: 17/10 (2.70) – 37%
- DRAW: 21/10 (3.10) – 32.3%
- AWAY: 17/10 (2.70) – 37%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
The Fiorentina vs Bologna odds are a perfect illustration of just how evenly matched these two teams are as the bookies have priced both teams identically. Ladbrokes have given both Fiorentina and Bologna a 37% chance of winning the match, while a draw has been given a 32.3% chance of happening.
In addition to our predictions for this game, remember to also check our betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Bologna have the edge
Recent clashes between these two teams have been pretty even, with Bolgona winning four of the last seven and Fiorentina winning four. What that does mean is that the draw feels out of the equation this weekend, especially as a point wouldn't be a suitable result for either side.
Italy Serie A 15/12/24
Bologna
Fiorentina
Italy Serie A 14/02/24
Bologna
Fiorentina
Coppa Italia 09/01/24
Fiorentina
Bologna
Italy Serie A 12/11/23
Fiorentina
Bologna
Italy Serie A 05/02/23
Fiorentina
Bologna
Fiorentina preview: A decimated squad to do their best
Fiorentina will do very well to get anything from the match on Sunday as they are missing some key players due to suspension and injuries. Nicolo Zaniolo, Michael Folorunsho and Lucas Beltran are all suspended, while Moise Kean, Albert Gudmundsson and Danilo Cataldi are all in the treatment room.
Predicted lineup: De Gea (GK), Pongracic, Mari, Ranieri, Dodo, Fagioli, Mandragora, Gosens, Richardson, Ndour, Adli
Italy Serie A 12/05/25
L
Venezia
2
Fiorentina
1
UEFA Conference League 08/05/25
D
Real Betis
2
Fiorentina
2
Italy Serie A 04/05/25
L
Roma
1
Fiorentina
0
UEFA Conference League 01/05/25
L
Real Betis
2
Fiorentina
1
Italy Serie A 27/04/25
W
Empoli
1
Fiorentina
2
Bologna preview: No changes from the cup final
After winning the Coppa Italia on Wednesday night, it may be hard for Bologna's players to compose themselves for this one. The only two players who are unavailable for selection are Martin Erlic and Esatnis Pedrola.
Predicted lineup: Skorupski (GK), De Silvestri, Beukema, Lucumi, Miranda, Ferguson, Freuler, Pobega, Orsolini, Dallinga, Ndoye
Italy Serie A 09/05/25
L
AC Milan
3
Bologna
1
Italy Serie A 04/05/25
D
Juventus
1
Bologna
1
Italy Serie A 28/04/25
D
Udinese
0
Bologna
0
Coppa Italia 24/04/25
W
Empoli
1
Bologna
2
Italy Serie A 20/04/25
W
Inter Milan
0
Bologna
1
Player to watch: Dan Ndoye
Dan Ndoye has already established himself as a Bologna legend after scoring the winning goal in the Coppa Italia final on Wednesday night, and the Swiss striker will be keen to build on that this weekend. Ndoye has never had confidence levels like he currently has, which makes him a very difficult opponent for AC Milan.