Serie B · Season 2020
Match Events
assist: Salvatore Esposito
Match Statistics
Lineups
Defensive Solidity
Virtus Entella deploy 3 defenders rated — 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
Virtus Entella 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
Virtus Entella start 3 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.
Age & Experience
The average age of Virtus Entella's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), 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.
Substitutes
Coach: V. Vivarini
Substitutes
Coach: P. Marino
Match Summary
Spal defeated Virtus Entella 1:0. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by F. Di Francesco 59′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Virtus Entella had 63% possession while Spal held 37%. Virtus Entella had 11 shots (3 on target) compared to 11 (3 on target) for Spal. Virtus Entella made 4 substitutions, Spal made 5.
Virtus Entella 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
Average goals per game
50%
Games with 3+ goals
25%
Both teams scored
Potential Betting Value Detected
Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (28%) — the odds may underestimate Spal.
Market Summary
Margin: 5.1%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 | 3.30 | 3.10 | 2.25 |
| Max | 3.40 | 3.20 | 2.37 |
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 | 28.5% | 30.6% | 40.9% |
| Public market | 28.6% | 29.5% | 41.9% |
| Δ | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
Virtus Entella 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: Virtus Entella
Away Record: Spal
Data: football-data.co.uk
API data: 11 May 2026