Italian finesse versus daring hosts: prediction for Arminia vs Bologna
The friendly clash between Arminia and Bologna will take place on Saturday at the Campo da calcio Valles stadium in Italy. The Serie A side clearly outclasses the Bielefeld team and enters the encounter as the firm favorite. I suggest placing a bet on goals in this matchup.
Arminia: attacking flair can’t mask defensive woes
Arminia returned to the 2. Bundesliga after a triumphant season in the third division, but the step up has proven to be a tough adjustment. The team finished 13th, managing just 10 wins in 34 rounds. On the final matchday, Arminia thrashed Hertha Berlin 6-1.
Oliver Kirch’s squad has also looked sharp in preseason. In three friendlies, Arminia racked up an impressive 20 goals. However, the opposition was a level below, so the showdown with Bologna will be a real test of Arminia’s current strength.
Bologna: quality up front, warning signs at the back
Bologna wrapped up their Serie A campaign in eighth place and approach this friendly as the more organized and experienced side. Still, Domenico Tedesco’s men are far from flawless: they conceded nine goals in their last six matches.
The 3-3 draw with Inter was telling, as Bologna squandered a lead. Against Napoli, they also allowed the opponent to score twice, although matches against Atalanta and Cagliari showed that, with proper focus, the Italians can defend solidly. Notably, this will be Bologna’s first preseason fixture ahead of the new campaign.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Arminia have scored 20 goals in their last three matches
- Over 1.5 goals was seen in 15 of Arminia’s last 20 games and in 13 of Bologna’s previous 20.
- Bologna have lost just twice in their last six outings.
The visitors should show their class: Arminia vs Bologna prediction
Arminia have the attacking spark to trouble their opponents. Still, a long stretch without official matches and ongoing defensive instability could seriously hinder the German side.
Bologna are also prone to defensive lapses, but boast a stronger squad and have the experience of facing top Serie A competition. Even with some absentees, the Italians look like a team that should, at the very least, avoid defeat.
