Serie B · Season 2020
Match Events
assist: L. Castro
assist: F. Bandinelli
assist: N. Haas
Match Statistics
Lineups
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Empoli is 6.80, compared to — for Spal. 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 S. Romagnoli (6.80), while Spal's best-rated player is —.
Defensive Solidity
Empoli deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Spal'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 —, versus Spal's 4 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 3 for Spal 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 78% for Empoli and —% for Spal. 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 Empoli's starting XI is 35.0 (youngest: S. Romagnoli (35), oldest: S. Romagnoli (35)), while Spal average 27.0 (youngest: D. Thiam (27), oldest: D. Thiam (27)). 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 2 league appearances each, versus 0 for Spal. 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.
Substitutes
Coach: A. Dionisi
Substitutes
Coach: P. Marino
Match Summary
Empoli defeated Spal 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by S. Esposito 34′, N. Bajrami 63′, L. Mancuso 83′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Empoli had 50% possession while Spal held 50%. Empoli had 23 shots (6 on target) compared to 13 (2 on target) for Spal. Empoli made 4 substitutions, Spal made 5.
Empoli vs Spal Head to Head Results
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Recent Form
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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 recordHistorical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.
Goals in This Fixture
How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.
2.5
Average goals per game
50%
Games with 3+ goals
100%
Both teams scored
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (35%) — the odds may underestimate Empoli.
Market Summary
Margin: 4.8%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
Odds Range
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Min | 2.70 | 3.00 | 2.75 |
| Max | 2.82 | 3.10 | 2.90 |
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.
| 1 | X | 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional market | 34.5% | 31.9% | 33.6% |
| Public market | 34.3% | 31.4% | 34.3% |
Empoli vs Spal — margin-removed probabilities
Result vs. Market
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.
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.
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
Away Record: Spal
Data: football-data.co.uk
API data: 11 May 2026