18 March 2026 at 19:00

30
Full Time
Referee: Ivano Pezzuto

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.

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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.

Pescara2wins
6draws10 meetings
Virtus Entella2wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2

Average goals per game

30%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 7.3%

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 47.6%Draw 29.4%Away 30.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.103.403.30
Max2.103.403.30
Over 2.5: 51.3%Under 2.5: 54.1%
Market favourite:Pescara · Slight favourite

Result vs. Market

Pescara
Result vs. Market: Pescara (48%)

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.

PescaraHalf-time:20Virtus Entella
6Shots11
3Shots on target4

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
18/03/26Pescara3–0Virtus Entella2.10/3.40/3.30
25/10/25Virtus Entella1–1Pescara1.81/3.49/4.46
27/04/21Pescara1–1Virtus Entella1.95/3.26/4.33
27/12/20Virtus Entella3–0Pescara2.72/2.95/2.86
09/02/20Virtus Entella2–0Pescara2.15/3.01/3.85
21/09/19Pescara1–1Virtus Entella2.50/3.19/2.93
19/09/17Pescara2–2Virtus Entella1.70/4.00/4.66
17/02/18Virtus Entella0–0Pescara2.49/3.41/2.78
12/12/15Pescara2–0Virtus Entella1.95/3.23/4.32
30/04/16Virtus Entella0–0Pescara2.67/3.20/2.71

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: Pescara

W 224D 211L 287
Over 2.550
Goals scored895

Away Record: Virtus Entella

W 74D 93L 111
Over 2.540
Goals scored291

Data: football-data.co.uk

Match Summary

Pescara defeated Virtus Entella 3:0. The match was played in Serie B 2025. Goals were scored by A. Cagnano 20′, F. Caligara 43′, L. Insigne 56′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Pescara had 58% possession while Virtus Entella held 42%. Pescara had 6 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for Virtus Entella. Expected goals: Pescara 0.76 — Virtus Entella 0.90. Pescara made 5 substitutions, Virtus Entella made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Pescara and Virtus Entella — 3 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Pescara
Virtus Entella
Kick Off
A. Cagnano

assist: L. Insigne

20′
40′
S. ColombiO. Siaulys
F. Caligara

assist: L. Insigne

43′
Half Time
L. Insigne

assist: F. Caligara

56′
G. LetiziaA. Gravillon
60′
F. CaligaraG. Olzer
64′
G. BrugmanL. Berardi
64′
64′
S. Di MarioA. Boccadamo
64′
A. FranzoniN. Karic
A. Di NardoF. Russo
65′
69′
M. TirelliL. Cuppone
69′
M. NichettiN. Squizzato
G. AcamporaJ. Brandes
70′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Pescara had 58% possession against Virtus Entella's 42%. Pescara registered 6 shots (3 on target) while Virtus Entella managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 2–1. Fouls committed: 15–16.

3Shots on Goal4
2Shots off Goal5
6Total Shots11
1Blocked Shots2
2Shots insidebox6
4Shots outsidebox5
15Fouls16
2Corner Kicks1
1Offsides3
58%Ball Possession42%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves0
478Total passes336
392Passes accurate260
82%Passes %77%
0.76expected_goals0.90
-2goals_prevented-2

Lineups

Pescara lined up in a 4-3-2-1 formation under Giorgio Gorgone, while Virtus Entella deployed a 3-5-2 under Andrea Chiappella.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Pescara is 6.89, compared to 6.72 for Virtus Entella. 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. Pescara's highest-rated starter is L. Insigne (7.39), while Virtus Entella's best-rated player is B. Guiu (6.88).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Pescara have contributed 26 goals and 18 assists this season, led by A. Di Nardo (14G). Virtus Entella's starters account for 12 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by A. Franzoni (6G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Pescara deploy 4 defenders rated 6.91 on average, against Virtus Entella's 3-man backline averaging 6.74. 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

Pescara field 5 midfielders averaging 6.89, versus Virtus Entella's 6 rated 6.65. 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

Pescara start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.68, compared to 1 for Virtus Entella averaging 6.88. 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 79% for Pescara and 75% for Virtus Entella. 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

Pescara's starters have collected 36 yellow cards this season, compared to 43 for Virtus Entella. 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 Pescara's starting XI is 28.5 (youngest: I. Saio (23), oldest: G. Letizia (35)), while Virtus Entella average 27.2 (youngest: M. Dalla Vecchia (20), oldest: I. Marconi (36)). 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

Pescara's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 27 for Virtus Entella. 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.

Pescara4-3-2-13-5-2Virtus Entella
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Saio3Letizia2Capelli.6Bettella32Cagnano14Valzania8Brugman21Caligara13Acampora11Insigne9Nardo1Colombi23Parodi3Alborgh.15Marconi46Turicch.24Franzoni4Nichetti27Vecchia26Mario11Guiu17Tirelli

Substitutes

Coach: Giorgio Gorgone

Substitutes

Coach: Andrea Chiappella

PescaraPosition StrengthVirtus Entella
6.89
Avg Rating
6.72
7.05Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.85
0G 0A0G 0A
6.91Defender (4 v 3)6.74
3G 5A4G 0A
6.89Midfielder (5 v 6)6.65
9G 9A6G 4A
6.68Forward (1 v 1)6.88
14G 4A2G 4A
Pescara4-3-2-1
22GoalkeeperI. Saio7.0
3DefenderG. Letizia7.11G4A
2DefenderR. Capellini6.71G
6DefenderD. Bettella6.9
32DefenderA. Cagnano7.01G1A
14MidfielderL. Valzania6.71G3A
8MidfielderG. Brugman7.01G2A
21MidfielderF. Caligara6.72G1A
13MidfielderG. Acampora6.61G
11MidfielderL. Insigne7.44G3A
9ForwardA. Di Nardo6.714G4A
Virtus Entella3-5-2
1GoalkeeperS. Colombi6.8
23DefenderL. Parodi6.71G
3DefenderM. Alborghetti6.8
15DefenderI. Marconi6.73G
46MidfielderR. Turicchia6.5
24MidfielderA. Franzoni6.76G1A
4MidfielderM. Nichetti6.6
27MidfielderM. Dalla Vecchia6.61A
26MidfielderS. Di Mario6.82A
17MidfielderM. Tirelli
11ForwardB. Guiu6.92G4A

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Pescara have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Virtus Entella show 1 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Pescara

DLWLWD

Virtus Entella

DDLWLL

Pescara vs Virtus Entella Head to Head Results

Pescara and Virtus Entella have met 15 times — Pescara won 4, Virtus Entella won 2, with 9 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2017. Pescara leads the head-to-head with 4 victories from 15 meetings. A combined 33 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.20 per match (16 for the home side, 17 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 9 matches (60%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 6 games (40%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. Pescara are currently unbeaten in the last 10 meetings. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2023.

4

Pescara

9

Drawn

2

Virtus Entella

Goals: 16Goals: 17

Recent Meetings (15)

25 Oct 2025Virtus Entella1 – 1Pescara
2 Feb 2025Pescara1 – 1Virtus Entella
26 Sept 2024Virtus Entella0 – 1Pescara
8 Apr 2024Pescara0 – 0Virtus Entella
2 Dec 2023Virtus Entella1 – 2Pescara
31 May 2023Virtus Entella2 – 3Pescara
27 May 2023Pescara2 – 1Virtus Entella
17 Feb 2022Pescara0 – 0Virtus Entella
11 Oct 2021Virtus Entella2 – 2Pescara
27 Apr 2021Pescara1 – 1Virtus Entella
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 23 Mar 2026