11 August 2024 at 16:30
Match Summary
Palermo defeated Parma 1:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2024. Goals were scored by Dennis Man 20′, R. Insigne 45′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Parma had 47% possession while Palermo held 53%. Parma had 17 shots (4 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Palermo. Parma made 5 substitutions, Palermo made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Valentin Mihăilă 18′).
Match Events
Key match events between Parma and Palermo — 2 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.
Missed Penalty
assist: S. Diakité
Match Statistics
Parma had 47% possession against Palermo's 53%. Parma registered 17 shots (4 on target) while Palermo managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 10–5. Fouls committed: 7–12.
Lineups
Parma lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under F. Pecchia, while Palermo deployed a 4-3-2-1 under A. Dionisi.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Parma is 7.67, compared to 6.55 for Palermo. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Parma's highest-rated starter is E. Valeri (8.30), while Palermo's best-rated player is A. Blin (6.75).
Defensive Solidity
Parma deploy 4 defenders rated 8.30 on average, against Palermo's 4-man backline averaging 6.45. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Parma field 4 midfielders averaging 7.03, versus Palermo's 5 rated 6.55. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Parma start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Palermo averaging 6.75. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 84% for Parma and 66% for Palermo. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Parma's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: B. Balogh (23), oldest: N. Estévez (30)), while Palermo average 28.0 (youngest: F. Ranocchia (24), oldest: A. Gomis (32)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Parma's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 2 for Palermo. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Coach: F. Pecchia
Substitutes
Coach: A. Dionisi
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Parma have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Palermo show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Parma vs Palermo Head to Head Results
Parma and Palermo have met 14 times — Parma won 7, Palermo won 3, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2010. Parma leads the head-to-head with 7 victories from 14 meetings. A combined 39 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.79 per match (22 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 10 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 9 games (64%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Parma are currently unbeaten in the last 3 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 3–3 in 2023.
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Recent Meetings (14)
API data: 25 Apr 2026