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Bologna vs Crotone

Stadio Renato Dall'Ara, Bologna4 December 2018 at 17:00
30
Referee: Juan Luca Sacchi

Match Events

Bologna
Crotone
Kick Off
18′Mario Sampirisi
R. Orsolini
40′
42′Niccolò Zanellato
Half Time
F. SantanderR. Palacio
46′
49′
R. MarchizzaM. Curado
55′Marcos Curado
D. Falcinelli

assist: R. Orsolini

56′
57′
A. RomeroA. Tripicchio
66′
S. NwankwoA. Budimir
R. Orsolini

assist: R. Palacio

67′
R. OrsoliniB. Džemaili
69′
D. FalcinelliO. Okwonkwo
75′
Full Time

Match Statistics

7Shots on Goal1
9Shots off Goal7
16Total Shots8
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
8Fouls11
8Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
45%Ball Possession55%
0Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Bologna is 6.50, compared to — for Crotone. 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. Bologna's highest-rated starter is R. Orsolini (6.50), while Crotone's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Bologna deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Crotone's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Bologna field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Crotone's 5 rated —. 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

Bologna start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.50, compared to 1 for Crotone averaging —. 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 64% for Bologna and —% for Crotone. 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 Bologna's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: R. Orsolini (28), oldest: R. Orsolini (28)), while Crotone average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Bologna's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Crotone. 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.

Bologna3-5-23-5-2Crotone
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Costa3González18Helander35Dijks15M'baye33Calabre.16Poli8Nagy9Santand.91Falcine.7Orsolini1Cordaz26Martella5Golemić31Sampiri.19Marchiz.18Barberis6Rohdén7Firenze33Romero21Zanella.25Nwankwo

Substitutes

Coach: F. Inzaghi

Substitutes

Coach: M. Oddo

BolognaPosition StrengthCrotone
6.50
Avg Rating
6.50Forward (3 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
Bologna3-5-2
1GoalkeeperAngelo da Costa
3DefenderG. González
18DefenderF. Helander
15DefenderI. M'baye
33DefenderA. Calabresi
35MidfielderM. Dijks
16MidfielderA. Poli
8MidfielderÁ. Nagy
9ForwardF. Santander
91ForwardD. Falcinelli
7ForwardR. Orsolini6.5
Crotone3-5-2
1GoalkeeperA. Cordaz
26DefenderB. Martella
5DefenderV. Golemić
31DefenderM. Sampirisi
19DefenderR. Marchizza
18MidfielderA. Barberis
6MidfielderM. Rohdén
7MidfielderM. Firenze
33MidfielderA. Romero
21MidfielderN. Zanellato
25ForwardS. Nwankwo

Match Summary

Bologna defeated Crotone 3:0. The match was played in Coppa Italia 2018. Goals were scored by R. Orsolini 40′, D. Falcinelli 56′, R. Orsolini 67′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Bologna had 45% possession while Crotone held 55%. Bologna had 16 shots (7 on target) compared to 8 (1 on target) for Crotone. Bologna made 3 substitutions, Crotone made 3.

Rivalry since 2016

Bologna vs Crotone Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Bologna
4
wins
Drawn
0
Crotone
2
wins
Total goals
14 · 2.3/match
Both scored
2/6 · 33%
Over 2.5
2/6 · 33%

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026