10 May 2021 at 12:00

21
Full Time
Referee: G. Aureliano

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

Even record

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

Empoli1wins
2draws4 meetings
Lecce1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3

Average goals per game

75%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 5.9%

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 46.8%Draw 30.1%Away 29.0%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.103.203.40
Max2.213.403.50
Over 2.5: 65.4%Under 2.5: 41.7%
Market favourite:Empoli · Slight 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 market43.5%28.6%27.8%
Public market44.3%29.1%26.6%
Δ0.8%0.4%1.2%

Empoli vs Lecce — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Empoli
Result vs. Market: Empoli (47%)

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:01Lecce
18Shots13
5Shots on target2

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
31/10/09Lecce1–0Empoli1.92/2.97/4.23
10/05/21Empoli2–1Lecce2.14/3.32/3.45
24/01/21Lecce2–2Empoli2.12/3.41/3.50
02/04/10Empoli2–2Lecce2.49/2.83/2.99

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: Lecce

W 147D 101L 66
Over 2.550
Goals scored478

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Empoli defeated Lecce 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by Pablo Rodríguez 24′, A. La Mantia 51′, Ryder Matos 69′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Empoli had 49% possession while Lecce held 51%. Empoli had 18 shots (5 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Lecce. Empoli made 5 substitutions, Lecce made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Empoli and Lecce — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Empoli
Lecce
Kick Off
10′Biagio Meccariello
24′
Pablo Rodríguez

assist: L. Paganini

42′Fabio Pisacane
Half Time
A. La Mantia

assist: S. Sabelli

51′
A. La MantiaRyder Matos
57′
F. BandinelliS. Żurkowski
57′
67′
K. DermakuF. Lucioni
67′
L. HendersonM. Mancosu
F. ParisiA. Cambiaso
68′
68′
Pablo RodríguezG. Yalçın
Ryder Matos

assist: L. Štulac

69′
N. BajramiS. Ricci
77′
L. MancusoM. Olivieri
77′
77′
B. NikolovŽ. Majer
82′
F. PisacaneJ. Björkengren
Full Time

Match Statistics

Empoli had 49% possession against Lecce's 51%. Empoli registered 18 shots (5 on target) while Lecce managed 13 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 7–5. Fouls committed: 14–14.

5Shots on Goal2
8Shots off Goal7
18Total Shots13
5Blocked Shots4
15Shots insidebox8
3Shots outsidebox5
14Fouls14
7Corner Kicks5
2Offsides0
49%Ball Possession51%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
429Total passes435
370Passes accurate375
86%Passes %86%

Lineups

Empoli lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under A. Dionisi, while Lecce deployed a 3-5-2 under E. Corini.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Empoli is 6.58, compared to 6.75 for Lecce. 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 Lecce's best-rated player is A. Gallo (6.75).

Defensive Solidity

Empoli deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Lecce'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.58, versus Lecce's 5 rated 6.75. 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Lecce 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 70% for Lecce. 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 2 for Lecce. 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 32.0 (youngest: N. Haas (29), oldest: S. Romagnoli (35)), while Lecce average 25.0 (youngest: A. Gallo (25), oldest: A. Gallo (25)). 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 8 league appearances each, versus 32 for Lecce. 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.

Empoli4-3-2-13-5-2Lecce
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Furlan6Romagno.21Sabelli43Nikolaou65Parisi5Štulac32Haas25Bandine.11Bajrami19Mantia7Mancuso21Gabriel4Pisacane17Dermaku6Meccari.25Gallo7Paganini16Nikolov53Henders.42Hjulmand14Stępińs.99Rodrígu.

Substitutes

Coach: A. Dionisi

Substitutes

Coach: E. Corini

EmpoliPosition StrengthLecce
6.58
Avg Rating
6.75
6.58Midfielder (5 v 5)6.75
0G 0A0G 4A
Empoli4-3-2-1
22GoalkeeperJ. Furlan
6DefenderS. Romagnoli
21DefenderS. Sabelli
43DefenderD. Nikolaou
65DefenderF. Parisi
5MidfielderL. Štulac
32MidfielderN. Haas6.6
25MidfielderF. Bandinelli
19MidfielderA. La Mantia
7MidfielderL. Mancuso
11ForwardN. Bajrami
Lecce3-5-2
21GoalkeeperGabriel
4DefenderF. Pisacane
17DefenderK. Dermaku
6DefenderB. Meccariello
25MidfielderA. Gallo6.84A
7MidfielderL. Paganini
16MidfielderB. Nikolov
53MidfielderL. Henderson
42MidfielderM. Hjulmand
14ForwardM. Stępiński
99ForwardPablo Rodríguez

Recent Form

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

Empoli

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Lecce

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Empoli vs Lecce Head to Head Results

Empoli and Lecce have met 7 times — Empoli won 1, Lecce won 2, with 4 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2021. Lecce leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 7 meetings. A combined 16 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.29 per match (7 for the home side, 9 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 5 matches (71%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (29%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Lecce are currently unbeaten in the last 4 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–3 in 2025.

1

Empoli

4

Drawn

2

Lecce

Goals: 7Goals: 9

Recent Meetings (7)

11 Jan 2025Empoli1 – 3Lecce
8 Nov 2024Lecce1 – 1Empoli
13 Apr 2024Lecce1 – 0Empoli
11 Dec 2023Empoli1 – 1Lecce
3 Apr 2023Empoli1 – 0Lecce
28 Aug 2022Lecce1 – 1Empoli
24 Jan 2021Lecce2 – 2Empoli
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 25 Apr 2026