Serie A Matchday 26 preview, betting picks & goalscorer odds

The Serie A action continues this weekend with 10 matches of top-quality Italian football. Below are our free soccer betting predictions for Matchday 26 of the 2023/24 Serie A season.

Bologna vs Hellas Verona

Friday, February 23 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Renato Dall’Ara

Sitting fifth, Bologna have been the surprise packet of the Serie A season. Looking to extend their four-match winning streak, they welcome a struggling Hellas Verona side that has not won an away game since the opening weekend. Bologna coming in as heavy favourites with Bovada and be giving plenty of the ball to in-form winger Riccardo Orsolini, who has five goals in his past six matches.

Sassuolo vs Empoli

Saturday, February 24 – 3pm CET – MAPEI Stadium

In a critical clash for the relegation picture, the 16th-placed Empoli will be looking to carry on their solid run of form as they face the 17th-placed Sassuolo. After sitting in the drop zone for most of the season, Empoli are now undefeated in their last five. On the other hand, Sassuolo have just one win from their past 12 and look set to struggle again despite holding the home advantage.

Salernitana vs Monza

Saturday, February 24 – 6pm CET – Stadio Arechi

After securing an impressive 4-2 victory over AC Milan last weekend, Monza have now stretched their unbeaten run to four matches. They look set to continue that form as they travel to face the last-placed Salernitana. After securing a 3-0 victory earlier in the season, we can expect much of the same from Monza, who offer great value on the road.

Genoa vs Udinese

Saturday, February 24 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Communale Luigi Ferraris

In the midst of one of the stranger seasons, Udinese kept up their record of the most draws in Europe with their 14th last weekend. Heading to Genoa, they face a tricky task against a side with just one loss in 10 outings. While the home side should be too strong, Udinese are unbeaten in the past 13 clashes between the teams, which suggests it may be closer than expected.

Juventus vs Frosinone

Sunday, February 25 – 12:30pm CET – Allianz Arena

Winless in their past four matches, Juventus will be looking to break out of their slump as they welcome Frosinone this weekend. After beating them 4-0 earlier this season, the ‘Old Lady’ should be far too good. Watch out for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic, who has six goals in his past four matches and looks a good bet to add to that tally in this clash.

Cagliari vs Napoli

Sunday, February 25 – 3pm CET – Unipol Domus

Not much has gone right for Napoli in their title defence, as they now sit five points off the top six in ninth. Needing to turn their form around quickly, they face a great opportunity against the struggling Cagliari this weekend. Despite playing at home, Cagliari should be outclassed here, as they have just one win from their past 11 and haven’t beaten Napoli in their past six meetings.

Lecce vs Inter Milan

Sunday, February 25 – 6pm CET – Stadio Ettore Giardiniero

Sitting comfortably with a nine-point lead at the top of the table, Inter Milan will be looking to continue their excellent season as they head to Lecce this weekend. The 15th-placed side should be no match against the league leaders, who come in as heavy favourites with Serie A betting sites. Keep an eye out for Serie A leading scorer Lautaro Martinez, who will be looking to add to his tally of 20 goals for the season.

AC Milan vs Atalanta

Sunday, February 25 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio San Siro

In the headline match of the weekend, Atalanta will be looking to continue their excellent run of form as they head to the San Siro. Having won their past six in a row, Atalanta will be looking to take advantage of a shaky AC Milan outfit that lost 4-2 to Monza last weekend. Despite sitting above Atalanta on the table, Milan have lost the past two matches between the sides, suggesting that an upset could be on the cards.

Roma vs Torino

Monday, February 26 – 6:30pm CET – Stadio Olimpico

Sitting just inside the top half of the table, Torino have been on an excellent run of form as a result of their exceptional defensive record. Heading to Roma this weekend, they face a tough test against a top-six side with just one loss in their past seven matches. Playing at home, they should be too strong against a Torino side that lacks offensive firepower.

Fiorentina vs Lazio

Monday, February 26 – 8:45pm CET – Stadio Artemio Franchi

Fiorentina are looking for just their second win of 2024 as they host Lazio on Monday night. After a disappointing start to the season, Lazio have worked their way up the table over the past few months, but there are concerns given their wins have largely come against bottom-half teams. With a chance to prove their quality, Lazio should be too strong and offer great value on the road.

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