Pisa vs Bologna: Serie A Showdown – A Comprehensive Preview
The Stadio Arena Garibaldi will host an intriguing Serie A clash as Pisa takes on Bologna. Both teams have contrasting form heading into this fixture, promising a captivating contest. This article provides a detailed preview, including confirmed lineups, key statistics, and information on how to watch the match.
Team Lineups
Pisa (3-5-2)
Starting XI: Nicolas; Calabresi, Caracciolo, Coppola; Leris, Hojholt, Aebischer, Marin, Angori; Moreo, Durosinmi. Manager: Hiljemark
Bologna (4-3-3)
Starting XI: Skorupski; Zortea, Lucumí, Vitik, Joao Mario; Sohm, Freuler, Moro; Bernardeschi, Castro, Cambiaghi. Manager: Italiano
Recent Form & Key Statistics
Pisa has struggled significantly in this Serie A campaign, securing only one victory in 26 matches. This represents their fewest wins at this stage of the tournament in the last 20 seasons. Their home record against Bologna isn’t particularly strong, having won just one of eight previous encounters (4-0 on February 17, 1985, in Serie B), with three draws and four losses. Notably, only one goal has been scored in the last three matches between these teams played at Pisa’s home ground.
Bologna, on the other hand, arrives in excellent form, having found the net in each of their last 11 away league games, scoring a total of 22 goals (an average of 2 per game). Historically, Bologna has only managed a longer streak of consecutive away goals once, in the 1953/54 season (12 games).
Match Details & Where to Watch
The match between Pisa and Bologna will be broadcast exclusively on DAZN. Viewers can access the game through the DAZN app on compatible smart TVs. Sky subscribers with the ‘Zona DAZN’ package can also watch the match on channel 214. For live text updates, visit Gazzetta.it.
The referee for the match will be Ermanno Feliciani, assisted by Baccini and Belsanti. Marinelli will serve as the fourth official, with Di Paolo and Di Vuolo handling VAR and AVar duties.
Looking Ahead
This match presents a significant challenge for Pisa, who desperately need points to climb away from the relegation zone. Bologna, buoyed by their impressive away form, will be looking to continue their momentum and solidify their position in the league. Expect a hard-fought contest with plenty of attacking intent from both sides.
