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Empoli vs Chievo

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Serie B · Season 2020

Stadio Carlo Castellani, Empoli27 April 2021 at 15:00
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Empoli

22
Away

Chievo

Referee: M. Piccinini

Match Events

Empoli
Chievo
Kick Off
L. Mancuso
13′
Leonardo Mancuso27′
29′Amato Ciciretti
Half Time
52′
M. De Luca

assist: L. Canotto

L. Mancuso

assist: S. Sabelli

61′
L. MancusoRyder Matos
66′
66′
J. ObiM. Viviani
66′
L. GarritanoA. Di Gaudio
S. ŻurkowskiS. Ricci
67′
69′Matteo Cotali
75′
L. CanottoM. Fabbro
75′
M. De LucaF. Đorđević
77′
A. CicirettiF. Margiotta
N. BajramiM. Olivieri
82′
A. La MantiaS. Moreo
82′
82′
F. Margiotta

assist: V. Mogoș

Simone Romagnoli86′
N. HaasD. Nikolaou
87′
90′Michael Fabbro
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal3
5Shots off Goal7
14Total Shots10
6Blocked Shots0
10Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox5
18Fouls15
8Corner Kicks4
0Offsides7
46%Ball Possession54%
1Yellow Cards3
1Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves1
398Total passes458
312Passes accurate365
78%Passes %80%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Empoli is 6.69, compared to — for Chievo. 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 Chievo's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Empoli deploy 4 defenders rated 6.80 on average, against Chievo's 4-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 Chievo'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 1 for Chievo 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 80% for Empoli and —% for Chievo. 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 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Chievo. 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 Chievo 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 10 league appearances each, versus 0 for Chievo. 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.

Empoli4-3-1-24-2-3-1Chievo
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Brignoli6Romagno.21Sabelli16Casale65Parisi5Štulac32Haas11Bajrami27Żurkows.19Mantia7Mancuso33Šemper89Gigliot.5Rigione32Mogoș27Cotali10Obi16Garrita.99Ciciret.14Palmiero18Canotto98Luca

Substitutes

Coach: A. Dionisi

Substitutes

Coach: A. Aglietti

EmpoliPosition StrengthChievo
6.69
Avg Rating
6.80Defender (4 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.58Midfielder (4 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Empoli4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperA. Brignoli
6DefenderS. Romagnoli6.8
21DefenderS. Sabelli
16DefenderN. Casale
65DefenderF. Parisi
5MidfielderL. Štulac
32MidfielderN. Haas6.6
11MidfielderN. Bajrami
27MidfielderS. Żurkowski
19ForwardA. La Mantia
7ForwardL. Mancuso
Chievo4-2-3-1
33GoalkeeperA. Šemper
89DefenderG. Gigliotti
5DefenderM. Rigione
32DefenderV. Mogoș
27DefenderM. Cotali
10MidfielderJ. Obi
16MidfielderL. Garritano
99MidfielderA. Ciciretti
14MidfielderL. Palmiero
18MidfielderL. Canotto
98ForwardM. De Luca

Match Summary

Empoli and Chievo drew 2:2. The match was played in Serie B 2020. Goals were scored by L. Mancuso 13′, M. De Luca 52′, L. Mancuso 61′, F. Margiotta 82′. 4 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Empoli had 46% possession while Chievo held 54%. Empoli had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 10 (3 on target) for Chievo. Empoli made 5 substitutions, Chievo made 5.

Rivalry since 2014

Empoli vs Chievo Head to Head Results

11 stretnutí
Empoli
1
wins
Drawn
8
Chievo
2
wins
Total goals
25 · 2.3/match
Both scored
7/11 · 64%
Over 2.5
4/11 · 36%

Recent Form

Empoli

WLDLLW

Chievo

WDDWWW

Match Prediction

Empoli

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Chievo

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Empoli or draw

68%Form32%
69%Attack31%
43%Defence57%
50%Head-to-head50%

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

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

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
4draws6 meetings
Chievo1wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

3.3

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

100%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (33%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (50%) — the odds may underestimate Chievo.

Market Summary

Margin: 5.2%

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 53.2%Draw 30.5%Away 21.4%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.833.204.60
Max1.933.374.75
Over 2.5: 48.3%Under 2.5: 58.1%
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 market50.3%28.8%20.8%
Public market51.3%28.9%19.8%
Δ1.0%1.1%

Empoli vs Chievo — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Draw
Result vs. Market: Empoli (53%)

Result differed from 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:10Chievo
14Shots10
3Shots on target3

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
27/04/21Empoli2–2Chievo1.88/3.27/4.67
19/12/20Chievo1–1Empoli2.31/3.05/3.43
24/01/20Empoli1–1Chievo2.28/3.06/3.42
30/08/19Chievo1–1Empoli2.71/3.12/2.76
11/06/00Empoli4–2Chievo
16/01/00Chievo3–1Empoli

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 233D 181L 149
Over 2.545
Goals scored801

Away Record: Chievo

W 105D 97L 68
Over 2.540
Goals scored357

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026