Ennio Tardini Stadium will host Parma vs Cagliari on Monday, 30 September, as both teams contend with each other for three valuable points. View our free predictions for this Italian Serie A game below.
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Parma vs Cagliari predictions: Hosts to draw first blood
Key stats
- Parma opened the scoring in four of their last five matches.
- In contrast, Cagliari conceded first in three of their last four games.
- Both teams were on the scoresheet in four of the last five meetings between these teams.
- Five of Cagliari's last six matches went below the 2.5-goal threshold.
Correct score prediction: Parma 1-1 Cagliari
There have been a few stalemates between these teams in recent years, with the spoils being shared in four of their last seven encounters. With both sides struggling to win games this season, a draw seems the likely outcome.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Parma are clear favourites
- HOME: 11/10 (2.10) – 47.6%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.6%
- AWAY: 23/10 (3.30) – 30.3%
*Odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Parma have managed one win in six competitive matches this season (D2, L3). Fabio Pecchia's men are 14th on the Serie A table with five points from a possible 15.
Interestingly, Cagliari have not fared any better, as they currently sit at the bottom of the Serie A table and are still searching for their first win in the Italian top flight.
Bearing that in mind, Parma are the expected winners at 11/10 (2.10). Teams with these odds generally have a 47.6% probability of winning.
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We have also established that less than three goals were scored in five of Cagliari's last six matches. On that note, under 2.5 total goals has an appealing look at 1/1 (2.00). That one has a 50% chance of landing.
Most recent H2Hs: An even contest
This has been an evenly contested fixture over the years. In their last 20 meetings, both teams have six wins apiece with eight draws between them. Despite being the underdogs, Cagliari have lost just once in their last seven skirmishes with Parma (W2, D4).
Italy Serie B 03/06/23
Parma
Cagliari
Italy Serie B 30/05/23
Cagliari
Parma
Italy Serie B 22/04/23
Parma
Cagliari
Italy Serie B 03/12/22
Cagliari
Parma
Italy Serie A 17/04/21
Cagliari
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Parma preview: Looking to turn their fortunes around
Matteo Cancellieri is serving a one-game suspension, while Nahuel Estevez and Adrian Benedyczak are questionable for the hosts due to injuries. As for Mateusz Kowalski, the Polish striker will be out of action until May because of an anterior cruciate ligament injury.
On the positive side, Mandela Keita should be available for selection after serving a one-match suspension.
Predicted lineup: Suzuki (GK), Coulibaly, Balogh, Osorio, Prato, Bernabe, Hainaut, Mihaila, Mohamed, Man & Bonny.
Italy Serie A 30/09/24
L
Cagliari
3
Parma
2
Italy Serie A 21/09/24
D
Lecce
2
Parma
2
Italy Serie A 16/09/24
L
Udinese
3
Parma
2
Italy Serie A 31/08/24
L
Napoli
2
Parma
1
Italy Serie A 24/08/24
W
AC Milan
1
Parma
2
Cagliari preview: No new absentees
As for Cagliari, Mateusz Wieteska and Matteo Prati are still sidelined with thigh injuries. Davide Nicola’s troops are coming off a 1-0 victory over Cremonese in the Coppa Italia. They will be eyeing back-to-back wins for the first time since March.
Predicted lineup: Scuffet (GK), Zappa, Mina, Luperto, Zortea, Makoumbou, Marin, Deiola, Augello, Luvumbo & Piccoli.
Italy Serie A 30/09/24
W
Parma
2
Cagliari
3
Coppa Italia 24/09/24
W
Cremonese
0
Cagliari
1
Italy Serie A 20/09/24
L
Empoli
2
Cagliari
0
Italy Serie A 15/09/24
L
Napoli
4
Cagliari
0
Italy Serie A 31/08/24
L
Lecce
1
Cagliari
0
Player to watch: Ange-Yoan Bonny
Ange-Yoan Bonny has put in some impressive performances in his first season in the Italian top flight. In five Serie A games so far, the 20-year-old has two goals and an assist. Bonny will fancy his chances against the league's worst team on Monday night.
