Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Empoli vs Avellino in Serie B. Stats, odds, predictions and lineups for the 14:00 BST match. Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Empoli vs Avellino in Serie B. Stats, odds, predictions and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.
Details of the match
- Match: Empoli vs Avellino
- Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
- Start: 14:00 BST
- Place: Carlo Castellani Stadium
Our predictions for Empoli vs Avellino
Match prediction: Empoli 1-2 Avellino
Empoli will look to bounce back from their recent slump when they host Avellino. With a string of disappointing results, Empoli’s confidence could be a little shaky, but playing at home could give them a bit of an edge. They will need to pick up the slack defensively and find their scoring boots if they are to challenge Avellino’s solid form. Empoli will look to shake off their recent slump when they host Avellino. With a string of disappointing results, Empoli’s confidence could be a little shaky, but playing at home could give them a bit of an advantage. They will need to strengthen their defense and find their goalscoring boots if they are to challenge Avellino’s solid form.
Avellino, on the other hand, enters this game with a spring in its step after consecutive victories. Their recent performances suggest they have the drive to exploit Empoli’s vulnerabilities. Expect Avellino to step up and look for quick transitions to catch Empoli off guard. Avellino, on the other hand, enters this game with a spring in its step after back-to-back wins. Their recent performances suggest they have the drive to exploit Empoli’s vulnerabilities. Expect Avellino to press high and look for quick transitions to catch Empoli off guard.
Forms guide and team overview
empoli
Empoli’s recent form has been mixed, with just one win in their last five games. Their last game was a 0-2 loss against Venezia, after a 1-1 draw with Virtus Entella. The team has struggled to find consistency, especially in front of goal, and this has been reflected in their results. A win against Pescara showed their potential, but they need to rediscover that form to turn their fortunes around. Empoli’s recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last five matches yielding just one win. Their last game was a 0-2 loss against Venezia, after a 1-1 draw with Virtus Entella. The team has struggled to find consistency, especially in front of goal, and this has been reflected in their results. A win against Pescara showed their potential, but they need to rediscover that form to turn their fortunes around.
Recent Serie B results:
- Defeat: 0-2 against Venezia (A)
- Tie: 1-1 vs Virtus Entella (H)
- Defeat: 0-1 against Calcio Padua (A)
- Defeat: 0-1 against Sampdoria (A)
- Victory: 4-2 against Pescara (H)
Avellino
Avellino are riding a wave of positive results, having secured two consecutive 2-0 wins against Bari 1908 and Mantova. These victories have boosted their confidence and positioned them well for the next match. Despite a couple of setbacks against Palermo and Sampdoria, Avellino has shown resilience and resilience, which could prove crucial against an Empoli struggling for form. These victories have boosted their confidence and positioned them well for the next match. Despite a couple of setbacks against Palermo and Sampdoria, Avellino has shown resilience and resilience, which could prove crucial against an Empoli struggling for form.
Recent Serie B results:
- Victory: 2-0 against Bari 1908 (H)
- Victory: 2-0 against Mantua (A)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Catanzaro (H)
- Defeat: 0-2 against Palermo (A)
- Defeat: 1-2 against Sampdoria (A)
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The head-to-head record between these two teams has been fairly balanced, with Empoli securing a 3-0 win in their last game. However, Avellino have had their moments, most notably a 3-2 win in 2017. Historically, games between these teams have been closely contested, suggesting this upcoming clash could be another tight affair. Empoli will be hoping to replicate their recent success, while Avellino will look to draw inspiration from previous victories. The head-to-head record between these two teams has been fairly even, with Empoli securing a 3-0 win in their last match. However, Avellino have had their moments, most notably a 3-2 win in 2017. Historically, games between these teams have been closely contested, suggesting this upcoming clash could be another tight affair. Empoli will be hoping to replicate their recent success, while Avellino will look to draw inspiration from past victories.
Recent Serie B results
- Avellino 0-3 Empoli (November 22, 2025)
- Empoli – Avellino 1-1 (February 27, 2018)
- Avellino 3-2 Empoli (September 30, 2017)
- Empoli – Avellino 0-1 (March 7, 2014)
- Avellino 1-0 Empoli (September 30, 2013)
Team news and injury report
empoli
- Pietro Pellegri (cruciate ligament)
Avellino
- Leonardo Marson (Meniscus Injury)
Alignments and tactical configuration
Empoli (3-4-2-1)
- Expected lineup: Fulignati (GK), Romagnoli (DF), Lovato (DF), Guarino (DF), Magnino (MF), Yepes (MF), Ebuehi (MF), Candela (MF), Ilie (AT), Shpendi (AT), Ceesay (AT). (MF), Yepes (MF), Ebuehi (MF), Candela (MF), Ilie (AT), Shpendi (AT), Ceesay (AT)
Empoli are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1, with the aim of consolidating their defense while supporting their attackers. With Stiven Shpendi leading the line, they will look to exploit any gaps in Avellino’s backline, relying on the creativity of Rareș Ilie and Joseph Ceesay to unlock the defence. Empoli are expected to line up in a 3-4-2-1 formation, with the aim of consolidating their defense while providing support for their attackers. With Stiven Shpendi leading the line, they will look to exploit any gaps in Avellino’s backline, relying on the creativity of Rareș Ilie and Joseph Ceesay to unlock the defence.
Avellino (4-3-1-2)
- Expected line-up: Iannarilli (GK), Izzo (DF), Cancellotti (DF), Enrici (DF), Fontanarosa (DF), Palmiero (MF), Palumbo (MF), Sounas (MF), Besaggio (MF), Patierno (AT), Russo (AT) Fontanarosa (DF), Palmiero (MF), Palumbo (MF), Sounas (MF), Russo (MF), Besaggio (MF), (MF), Besaggio (MF), Patierno (MF), Besaggio (MF)
Avellino’s planned 4-3-1-2 will likely focus on maintaining a strong presence in midfield, with Martin Palumbo orchestrating play. Cosimo Patierno and Raffaele Russo will spearhead the attack, looking to capitalize on Empoli’s defensive mistakes. Avellino’s planned 4-3-1-2 will likely focus on maintaining a strong presence in midfield, with Martin Palumbo orchestrating play. Cosimo Patierno and Raffaele Russo will spearhead the attack, looking to capitalize on Empoli’s defensive mistakes.
Battles and key players to watch
- Ilie vs Enrici: Ilie will need to outplay Enrici to create scoring opportunities. Ilie vs Enrici: Ilie will need to outplay Enrici to create scoring opportunities.
- Ebuehi vs Palumbo: Ebuehi’s energy will be crucial to counter Palumbo’s playmaking abilities. Ebuehi vs Palumbo: Ebuehi’s energy will be crucial to counter Palumbo’s playmaking abilities.
- Shpendi (Empoli): Shpendi’s ability to find space could be key to breaking down Avellino’s defence. Shpendi (Empoli): Shpendi’s ability to find space could be key to breaking down Avellino’s defence.
- Patierno (Avellino): Patierno’s clinical finishing makes him a constant threat to Empoli’s goal. Patierno (Avellino): Patierno’s clinical finishing makes him a constant threat to Empoli’s goal.
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