Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Spezia vs Venezia in Serie B. Stats, odds, predictions and lineups for the 14:00 BST match. Explore MFF’s detailed preview for Spezia vs Venezia in Serie B. Stats, odds, predictions and lineups for the 14:00 BST match.
Details of the match
- Match: Spezia vs Venice
- Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
- Start: 14:00 BST
- Place: Alberto Picco Stadium
Our predictions for Spezia vs Venezia
Match prediction: Spezia 1-2 Venezia
Spezia will be looking to bounce back after a tough run of form, but facing a confident Venezia side won’t make it easy. With Venezia’s recent defensive solidity and attacking prowess, Spezia’s backline will have no work to do. Expect Spezia to try to exploit any gaps with quick counter-attacks, but Venezia’s midfield dominance may stifle their efforts. Spezia will be looking to bounce back after a tough run of form, but facing a confident Venezia side won’t make it easy. With Venezia’s recent defensive solidity and attacking prowess, Spezia’s backline will have no work to do. Expect Spezia to try to exploit any gaps with quick counter-attacks, but Venezia’s midfield dominance could stifle their efforts.
Venezia, with a series of positive results, will aim to control the game from midfield. Their recent performances suggest they can break down Spezia’s defense with ease, especially if they maintain their attacking momentum. Spezia’s home advantage may give them a slight edge, but Venezia’s form is hard to ignore. Venecia, with a series of positive results, will try to control the game from midfield. Their recent performances suggest they can break down Spezia’s defense with ease, especially if they maintain their attacking momentum. Spezia’s home advantage might give them a slight advantage, but Venezia’s form is hard to ignore.
Forms guide and team overview
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Spezia’s recent form has been mixed, with a standout 6-1 win against Südtirol providing a glimmer of hope amid a run of defeats. Their last outing, a 2-4 loss to Catanzaro, highlighted the defensive vulnerabilities that need to be addressed. With four defeats in their last five games, confidence may be shaky, but the team will be keen to turn things around at home. Spezia’s recent form has been mixed, with a standout 6-1 win against Südtirol providing some hope amid a run of defeats. Their last outing, a 2-4 loss to Catanzaro, highlighted the defensive vulnerabilities that need to be addressed. With four defeats in their last five games, confidence may be shaky, but the team will be keen to turn things around at home.
Recent Serie B results:
- Defeat: 2-4 against Catanzaro (A)
- Victory: 6-1 against Südtirol (H)
- Defeat: 0-2 vs Mantova (H)
- Defeat: 1-3 vs Carrarese (A)
- Defeat: 1-3 against Juve Stabia (A)
Venice
Venezia are on course, unbeaten in their last five matches, including an impressive 2-0 win over Empoli. Their ability to achieve victories both at home and away, such as the 3-0 triumph against Bari 1908, demonstrates their versatility and strength. This run of form has certainly boosted their confidence, making them a formidable opponent for any team. Venecia are in good form, unbeaten in their last five matches, including an impressive 2-0 win over Empoli. Their ability to achieve victories both at home and away, such as the 3-0 triumph against Bari 1908, demonstrates their versatility and strength. This run of form has certainly boosted their confidence, making them a formidable opponent for any team.
Recent Serie B results:
- Victory: 2-0 against Empoli (H)
- Victory: 3-0 against Bari 1908 (A)
- Draw: 1-1 against Virtus Entella (A)
- Victory: 3-1 against Juve Stabia (H)
- Draw: 1-1 vs Monza (A)
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The head-to-head record between these two sides has been hotly contested, with Venezia narrowly edging it out. Their last encounter was against Venezia with a 2-0 win, showing their ability to keep Spezia at bay. However, Spezia’s 2-1 win in May 2024 shows they can measure up. The matches have historically been close, suggesting another closely fought battle is on the cards. The head-to-head record between these two sides has been hotly contested, with Venezia slightly surpassing it. Their last encounter was against Venezia with a 2-0 win, showing their ability to keep Spezia at bay. However, Spezia’s 2-1 win in May 2024 shows they can measure up. Historically, the matches have been close, suggesting another hard-fought battle is in store.
Recent Serie B results
- Venice – Spezia 2-0 (September 27, 2025)
- Spezia 2-1 Venezia (May 10, 2024)
- Venice – Spezia 1-0 (September 15, 2023)
- Spezia – Venice 0-1 (July 17, 2020)
- Venice – Spezia 0-0 (December 14, 2019)
Team news and injury report
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- No injuries have been recorded during the current season.
Venice
- No injuries have been recorded during the current season.
Alignments and tactical configuration
Spezia (5-4-1)
- Expected lineup: Mascardi (GK), Beruatto (DF), Sernicola (DF), Aurelio (DF), Mateju (DF), Hristov (DF), Valoti (MF), Nagy (MF), Serio (MF), Comotto (MF), Lapadula (AT) Hristov (DF), Valoti (MF), Nagy (MF), Serio (MF), Lapad Comotto (MF), Lapad Comotto (MF)
The 5-4-1 formation envisioned by Spezia suggests a focus on defensive solidity, with a compact backline aimed at absorbing pressure. Gianluca Lapadula will be the focal point of the attack, relying on quick transitions from midfield to catch Venezia off guard. The 5-4-1 formation envisioned by Spezia suggests a focus on defensive solidity, with a compact backline aiming to absorb pressure. Gianluca Lapadula will be the focal point in attack, relying on quick transitions from midfield to catch Venezia off guard.
Venice (3-5-2)
- Expected line-up: Stanković (GK), Schingtienne (DF), Franjic (DF), Svoboda (DF), Haps (MF), Busio (MF), Doumbia (MF), Hainaut (MF), Pérez (MF), Adorante (AT), Yeboah (AT) Expected line-up: Stanković (GK), Schingtienne (DF), Hapsitienne (DF), Hapsitienne (DF). Busio (MF), Doumbia (MF), Hainaut (MF), Pérez (MF), Adorante (AT), Yeboah (AT)
Venezia’s 3-5-2 formation is based on midfield control and fluid attacking play. With Gianluca Busio orchestrating from the centre, they will look to dominate possession and create opportunities for Andrea Adorante and John Yeboah up front. Venecia’s 3-5-2 is based on midfield control and fluid attacking play. With Gianluca Busio orchestrating from the centre, they will look to dominate possession and create opportunities for Andrea Adorante and John Yeboah up front.
Battles and key players to watch
- Lapadula vs Franjic: Lapadula’s move will test Franjic’s defensive discipline. Lapadula vs Franjic: Lapadula’s move will test Franjic’s defensive discipline.
- Nagy vs Haps: Nagy’s game will clash with Haps’ dynamic wing game. Nagy vs Haps: Nagy’s game will clash with Haps’ dynamic wing game.
- Serio (Spezia): Serio’s creativity is crucial to unlocking Venezia’s defence. Serio (Spezia): Serio’s creativity is crucial to unlocking Venezia’s defence.
- Busio (Venezia): Busio’s vision and passing can dictate the tempo of the game. Busio (Venezia): Busio’s vision and passing can dictate the tempo of the game.
Frequently asked questions
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- What is MFF’s prediction for Spezia vs Venezia?
- MFF predicts that the score will be Spezia 1-2 Venezia in this match. MFF predicts that the score will be Spezia 1-2 Venezia in this match.
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