Match Details
The match between Empoli and Inter is scheduled to take place on October 30, 2024, at the Stadio Carlo Castellani – Computer Gross Arena. It will be a Serie A regular season fixture. The odds for this match are as follows: Local Winner – 7.45, Draw – 4.76, Away Winner – 1.49.
Head-to-Head Comparison
Empoli and Inter have faced each other multiple times in the past few seasons. In their most recent encounter earlier this year, Inter emerged victorious with a scoreline of 2-0 against Empoli.
Looking back at their previous meetings over the years, it becomes evident that Inter has been dominant in these matchups. They have consistently outperformed Empoli both home and away by securing victories more frequently than not.
In terms of goal-scoring prowess, there tends to be an abundance of goals when these two teams meet on the field. Matches between them often result in three or more goals being scored collectively by both sides.
Team Form: Empoli
Empoli’s recent form has been relatively inconsistent across various competitions they have participated in recently. In their last six matches overall, they managed to secure two wins while suffering two defeats and drawing twice as well.
Their performance within Serie A specifically places them currently at the tenth position with eleven points from nine matches played so far this season. With a goal difference of +1 (having scored seven goals while conceding six), Empoli finds themselves mid-table but still within reach of higher positions if they can improve upon their performances going forward.
In their most recent outing against Parma in Serie A competition just a few days ago ended up resulting in a draw with both teams scoring one goal apiece through an own-goal committed by Wylan Coulibaly during the 35th minute.
Team Form: Inter
Inter, on the other hand, has been in impressive form recently. They have managed to secure five wins out of their last six matches across all competitions. Their only blemish during this period came in a thrilling encounter against Juventus that ended as a high-scoring draw with both teams finding the back of the net four times each.
In Serie A competition specifically, Inter currently sits at second place with eighteen points from nine matches played so far this season. With an impressive goal difference of +8 (having scored twenty-one goals while conceding thirteen), they are well-positioned within reach of challenging for the top spot if they can maintain their current level of performance.
Their most recent match against Juventus showcased their attacking prowess and ability to score goals consistently throughout games, which will undoubtedly be something Empoli needs to be wary about when facing them.
Key Players
Empoli’s Pietro Pellegri and Sebastiano Esposito have shown promise upfront but are yet to make significant contributions in terms of goals or assists. On the defensive end, Tyronne Efe Ebuehi has displayed solid performances thus far.
For Inter, Lautaro Martinez continues to impress as one of their key attackers alongside Mehdi Taremi. In midfield, Piotr Zielinski has been influential with his creativity and scoring ability.
Statistical Insights
Based on recent results and performances by both teams, it is evident that Inter holds a clear advantage heading into this fixture. Their strong away record further strengthens their position as favorites for victory in this matchup against Empoli.
Furthermore, considering Empoli’s struggles at home where they haven’t secured any victories yet this season suggests that breaking down Inter’s defense could prove difficult for them given how solidly organized it tends to be even when playing away from home.
Prediction: Empoli 0 – 2 Inter
Taking into account the historical head-to-head record, recent form, and statistical insights, it is predicted that Inter will emerge as winners in this match with a scoreline of 2-0. Their attacking prowess combined with their defensive stability should prove too much for Empoli to handle on this occasion.