23 May 2017 at 18:30

21
Full Time
Referee: Gianluca Manganiello

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

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Head-to-Head Record

Benevento dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Benevento4wins
0draws6 meetings
Spezia2wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.2

Average goals per game

67%

Games with 3+ goals

67%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (67%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (39%) — the odds may underestimate Benevento.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.8%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 41.1%Draw 33.3%Away 31.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.383.003.00
Max2.523.003.40
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market38.7%32.5%28.7%
Public market39.4%31.3%29.3%
Δ0.7%1.3%0.6%

Benevento vs Spezia — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Benevento
Result vs. Market: Benevento (41%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

BeneventoHalf-time:00Spezia

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
29/02/20Benevento3–1Spezia1.70/3.49/5.40
05/10/19Spezia0–1Benevento2.93/3.19/2.50
16/03/19Benevento2–3Spezia2.05/3.13/4.07
18/11/18Spezia3–1Benevento2.35/3.09/3.20
29/10/16Benevento1–0Spezia2.43/3.00/3.20
01/04/17Spezia1–3Benevento2.26/3.05/3.52

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Benevento

W 86D 52L 54
Over 2.544
Goals scored279

Away Record: Spezia

W 172D 175L 173
Over 2.542
Goals scored617

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Benevento defeated Spezia 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2016. Goals were scored by F. Ceravolo 22′, G. Puşcaş 24′, Nenê 69′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Benevento had 52% possession while Spezia held 48%. Benevento had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 13 (4 on target) for Spezia. Benevento made 2 substitutions, Spezia made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Benevento and Spezia — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Benevento
Spezia
Kick Off
F. Ceravolo

assist: N. Viola

22′
G. Puşcaş

assist: F. Falco

24′
Half Time
57′
D. ĐokovićG. Mastinu
64′
P. GranocheNenê
69′
Nenê

assist: L. Chichizola

73′
F. De ColD. Sciaudone
F. FalcoA. Ciciretti
74′
F. CeravoloF. Melara
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Benevento had 52% possession against Spezia's 48%. Benevento registered 10 shots (6 on target) while Spezia managed 13 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 9–6. Fouls committed: 6–14.

6Shots on Goal4
4Shots off Goal9
10Total Shots13
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
6Fouls14
9Corner Kicks6
1Offsides6
52%Ball Possession48%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards1
3Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Benevento lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under M. Baroni, while Spezia deployed a 4-3-1-2 under D. Di Carlo.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Benevento is —, compared to 6.48 for Spezia. 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. Benevento's highest-rated starter is —, while Spezia's best-rated player is L. Vignali (6.48).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Benevento have contributed 0 goals and 0 assists this season, led by —. Spezia's starters account for 1 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by L. Vignali (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Benevento deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Spezia'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

Benevento field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Spezia's 4 rated 6.48. 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

Benevento start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Spezia 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 —% for Benevento and 67% for Spezia. 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.

Discipline

Benevento's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 3 for Spezia. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Benevento's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Spezia average 29.0 (youngest: L. Vignali (29), oldest: L. Vignali (29)). 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

Benevento's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 26 for Spezia. 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.

Benevento4-2-3-14-3-1-2Spezia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Cragno5Lucioni15Campore.18Gyamfi6López35Viola34Eramo13Chibsah9Ceravolo20Falco24Puşcaş1Chichiz.19Terzi3Valenti.5Col6Ceccaro.14Đoković24Vignali25Maggiore29Granoche21Fabbrini32Giannet.

Substitutes

Coach: M. Baroni

Substitutes

Coach: D. Di Carlo

BeneventoPosition StrengthSpezia
Avg Rating
6.48
Midfielder (3 v 4)6.48
0G 0A1G 0A
Benevento4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. Cragno
5DefenderF. Lucioni
15DefenderM. Camporese
18DefenderB. Gyamfi
6DefenderW. López
35MidfielderN. Viola
34MidfielderM. Eramo
13MidfielderR. Chibsah
9ForwardF. Ceravolo
20ForwardF. Falco
24ForwardG. Puşcaş
Spezia4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperL. Chichizola
19DefenderC. Terzi
3DefenderN. Valentini
5DefenderF. De Col
6DefenderP. Ceccaroni
14MidfielderD. Đoković
24MidfielderL. Vignali6.51G
25MidfielderG. Maggiore
21MidfielderD. Fabbrini
29ForwardP. Granoche
32ForwardN. Giannetti

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Benevento have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Spezia show 1 wins, 1 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

Benevento

DLWDLW

Spezia

WLLLDL

Benevento vs Spezia Head to Head Results

Benevento and Spezia have met 8 times — Benevento won 4, Spezia won 3, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2016. Benevento leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 8 meetings. A combined 24 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (12 for the home side, 12 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (63%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 5 games (63%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2019.

4

Benevento

1

Drawn

3

Spezia

Goals: 12Goals: 12

Recent Meetings (8)

6 Mar 2021Spezia1 – 1Benevento
7 Nov 2020Benevento0 – 3Spezia
29 Feb 2020Benevento3 – 1Spezia
5 Oct 2019Spezia0 – 1Benevento
16 Mar 2019Benevento2 – 3Spezia
18 Nov 2018Spezia3 – 1Benevento
1 Apr 2017Spezia1 – 3Benevento
29 Oct 2016Benevento1 – 0Spezia
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 25 Apr 2026