Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
In the Round of 16 of the Coppa Italia, Bologna will face Monza. The match is scheduled for Tuesday, December 3, with kickoff at 18:30 Central European Time. Here’s my prediction for the winner of this game.
Match Preview
Bologna has finally found stability after a challenging start to the season. The team struggled in the opening rounds, with most matches ending in draws.
Over time, Bologna has adapted to playing without Joshua Zirkzee, and their results have gradually improved. While their chances of reaching the Champions League playoffs are slim, the team has already joined the fight for European competition spots in Serie A.
Monza, on the other hand, is going through a tough period, as reflected in their poor results this season. The team is considered one of the main candidates for relegation and has secured just one victory in Serie A so far.
In the Coppa Italia, Monza overcame modest opponents Südtirol and Brescia, but their journey is likely to end at this stage. The team will probably prioritize their Serie A survival over the match against Bologna.
Match Facts
- Bologna has lost half of their last eight matches.
- Monza is winless in six consecutive games.
- Bologna averages one goal per game at home, while Monza also averages one goal per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Bologna: Skorupski, Miranda, Lucumí, Beukema, Holm, Moro, Freuler, Domínguez, Urbanski, Karlsson, Dallinga.
- Monza: Turati, Caldirola, Mari, Carboni, Birindelli, D'Ambrosio, Bondo, Bianco, Valoti, Mota, Maldini.
Head-to-Head
The teams have met five times, and the home side has never won any of those encounters.
Prediction
Bologna should have little trouble securing a spot in the next round of the Coppa Italia. Monza's poor form suggests they are unlikely to challenge, so my recommendation is to bet on a home victory.
