17 January 2021 at 20:00

50
Full Time
Referee: L. Pairetto

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

Empoli dominates

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

Empoli6wins
1draws10 meetings
Salernitana3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.1

Average goals per game

40%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (80%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (58%) — the odds may underestimate Empoli.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.3%

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 59.9%Draw 27.8%Away 17.6%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.663.505.50
Max1.683.795.80
Over 2.5: 50.0%Under 2.5: 55.6%
Market favourite:Empoli · Moderate favourite

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 market57.6%25.5%16.8%
Public market56.3%26.7%17.0%
Δ1.3%1.2%0.2%

Empoli vs Salernitana — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Empoli
Result vs. Market: Empoli (60%)

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.

EmpoliHalf-time:40Salernitana
26Shots18
11Shots on target5

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
07/05/21Salernitana2–0Empoli1.58/3.78/5.82
17/01/21Empoli5–0Salernitana1.67/3.60/5.69
24/07/20Salernitana2–4Empoli2.43/3.14/3.07
21/12/19Empoli1–1Salernitana1.94/3.23/4.27
28/10/17Salernitana2–1Empoli3.16/3.15/2.38
29/03/18Empoli2–0Salernitana1.42/4.27/8.34
13/04/10Empoli5–2Salernitana1.14/7.00/12.50
12/10/08Salernitana0–1Empoli2.55/2.76/2.81
08/12/09Salernitana1–0Empoli3.09/2.95/2.39
07/03/09Empoli2–0Salernitana1.60/3.32/5.64

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: Empoli

W 232D 180L 148
Over 2.545
Goals scored799

Away Record: Salernitana

W 194D 192L 252
Over 2.544
Goals scored734

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Empoli defeated Salernitana 5:0. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by S. Ricci 19′, L. Štulac 28′, L. Mancuso 35′, F. Parisi 42′, M. Olivieri 87′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Empoli had 59% possession while Salernitana held 41%. Empoli had 26 shots (11 on target) compared to 18 (5 on target) for Salernitana. Empoli made 5 substitutions, Salernitana made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Empoli and Salernitana — 5 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Empoli
Salernitana
Kick Off
10′André Anderson
S. Ricci

assist: R. Fiamozzi

19′
L. Mancuso

assist: A. La Mantia

35′
F. Parisi

assist: N. Bajrami

42′
Half Time
46′
P. DziczekT. Kupisz
46′
A. AndersonE. Cicerelli
46′
W. LópezA. Schiavone
N. BajramiS. Moreo
65′
65′
G. TutinoC. Gondo
L. MancusoRyder Matos
73′
S. RicciS. Żurkowski
73′
81′
M. CoulibalyE. Iannoni
L. ŠtulacS. Damiani
85′
A. La MantiaM. Olivieri
85′
M. Olivieri

assist: Ryder Matos

87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Empoli had 59% possession against Salernitana's 41%. Empoli registered 26 shots (11 on target) while Salernitana managed 18 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 3–9. Fouls committed: 9–14.

11Shots on Goal5
9Shots off Goal7
26Total Shots18
6Blocked Shots6
17Shots insidebox14
9Shots outsidebox4
9Fouls14
3Corner Kicks9
2Offsides3
59%Ball Possession41%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves6
484Total passes321
422Passes accurate248
87%Passes %77%

Lineups

Empoli lined up in a 4-3-1-2 formation under A. Dionisi, while Salernitana deployed a 3-5-2 under F. Castori.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Empoli is 6.58, compared to — for Salernitana. 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. Empoli's highest-rated starter is N. Haas (6.58), while Salernitana's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Empoli deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Salernitana's 3-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

Empoli field 4 midfielders averaging 6.58, versus Salernitana'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

Empoli start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Salernitana 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 82% for Empoli and —% for Salernitana. 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

Empoli's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Salernitana. 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 Empoli's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: N. Haas (29), oldest: N. Haas (29)), while Salernitana 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

Empoli's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 0 for Salernitana. 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.

Empoli4-3-1-23-5-2Salernitana
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Brignoli20Fiamozzi43Nikolaou16Casale65Parisi5Štulac32Haas11Bajrami28Ricci19Mantia7Mancuso72Belec3López13Aya33Veseli23Gyömbér15Casasola27Dziczek2Couliba.18Anderson11Đurić9Tutino

Substitutes

Coach: A. Dionisi

Substitutes

Coach: F. Castori

EmpoliPosition StrengthSalernitana
6.58
Avg Rating
6.58Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Empoli4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Brignoli
20DefenderR. Fiamozzi
43DefenderD. Nikolaou
16DefenderN. Casale
65DefenderF. Parisi
5MidfielderL. Štulac
32MidfielderN. Haas6.6
11MidfielderN. Bajrami
28MidfielderS. Ricci
19ForwardA. La Mantia
7ForwardL. Mancuso
Salernitana3-5-2
72GoalkeeperV. Belec
13DefenderR. Aya
33DefenderF. Veseli
23DefenderN. Gyömbér
3MidfielderW. López
15MidfielderT. Casasola
27MidfielderP. Dziczek
2MidfielderM. Coulibaly
18MidfielderA. Anderson
11ForwardM. Đurić
9ForwardG. Tutino

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Empoli have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Salernitana show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Empoli

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Salernitana

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Empoli vs Salernitana Head to Head Results

Empoli and Salernitana have met 11 times — Empoli won 6, Salernitana won 2, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Empoli leads the head-to-head with 6 victories from 11 meetings. A combined 35 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.18 per match (21 for the home side, 14 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 8 matches (73%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (55%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Empoli are currently unbeaten in the last 6 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2021.

6

Empoli

3

Drawn

2

Salernitana

Goals: 21Goals: 14

Recent Meetings (11)

9 Feb 2024Salernitana1 – 3Empoli
27 Sept 2023Empoli1 – 0Salernitana
8 May 2023Empoli2 – 1Salernitana
5 Sept 2022Salernitana2 – 2Empoli
14 May 2022Empoli1 – 1Salernitana
23 Oct 2021Salernitana2 – 4Empoli
7 May 2021Salernitana2 – 0Empoli
24 Jul 2020Salernitana2 – 4Empoli
21 Dec 2019Empoli1 – 1Salernitana
29 Mar 2018Empoli2 – 0Salernitana
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 25 Apr 2026