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Spal vs Ascoli

Full Time

Serie B · Season 2021

Stadio Paolo Mazza, Ferrara12 March 2022 at 15:15
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Spal

12
Away

Ascoli

Referee: D. Paterna

Match Events

Spal
Ascoli
Kick Off
Salvatore Esposito45+4′
45+4′Michele Collocolo
45+1′
M. Collocolo

assist: D. Šarić

Half Time
F. Melchiorri

assist: N. Zanellato

54′
Giovanni Crociata55′
S. EspositoM. Pinato
60′
L. VidoG. Rossi
60′
64′
F. DionisiF. Tsadjout
64′
F. MaistroF. Ricci
F. MelchiorriL. Colombo
67′
G. CrociataL. Mora
68′
75′Giuseppe Bellusci
80′
D. ŠarićF. Caligara
J. Da RivaF. Zuculini
82′
89′
M. CollocoloM. Eramo
90′
M. Büchel

assist: M. Eramo

Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal7
3Shots off Goal3
12Total Shots18
3Blocked Shots8
5Shots insidebox10
7Shots outsidebox8
18Fouls15
3Corner Kicks6
3Offsides2
45%Ball Possession55%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves5
301Total passes364
185Passes accurate251
61%Passes %69%

Lineups

Defensive Solidity

Spal deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ascoli'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

Spal field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Ascoli'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

Spal start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Ascoli 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 Spal's starting XI is 31.5 (youngest: A. Tripaldelli (26), oldest: E. Alfonso (37)), while Ascoli 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

Spal's starters average 1 league appearances each, versus 0 for Ascoli. 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.

Spal4-3-1-24-3-1-2Ascoli
GKDEFMIDFWD
54Alfonso6Meccari.17Caprado.24Dickmann3Tripald.7Crociata10Zanella.5Esposito40Riva11Melchio.28Vido1Leali55Bellusci2Salvi54Falasco15Quaranta77Büchel30Šarić18Colloco.37Maistro26Bidaoui9Dionisi

Substitutes

Coach: R. Venturato

Substitutes

Coach: A. Sottil

SpalPosition StrengthAscoli
Spal4-3-1-2
54GoalkeeperE. Alfonso
6DefenderB. Meccariello
17DefenderE. Capradossi
24DefenderL. Dickmann
3DefenderA. Tripaldelli
7MidfielderG. Crociata
10MidfielderN. Zanellato
5MidfielderS. Esposito
40MidfielderJ. Da Riva
11ForwardF. Melchiorri
28ForwardL. Vido
Ascoli4-3-1-2
1GoalkeeperN. Leali
55DefenderG. Bellusci
2DefenderA. Salvi
54DefenderN. Falasco
15DefenderD. Quaranta
77MidfielderM. Büchel
30MidfielderD. Šarić
18MidfielderM. Collocolo
37MidfielderF. Maistro
26ForwardS. Bidaoui
9ForwardF. Dionisi

Match Summary

Ascoli defeated Spal 2:1. The match was played in Serie B 2021. Goals were scored by M. Collocolo 45′, F. Melchiorri 54′, M. Büchel 90′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Spal had 45% possession while Ascoli held 55%. Spal had 12 shots (6 on target) compared to 18 (7 on target) for Ascoli. Spal made 5 substitutions, Ascoli made 4.

Rivalry since 2016

Spal vs Ascoli Head to Head Results

9 stretnutí
Spal
1
wins
Drawn
6
Ascoli
2
wins
Total goals
20 · 2.2/match
Both scored
7/9 · 78%
Over 2.5
2/9 · 22%

Recent Form

Spal

WLWDDD

Ascoli

LWWWWW

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.

Spal1wins
4draws8 meetings
Ascoli3wins

Goals in This Fixture

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

2.1

Average goals per game

25%

Games with 3+ goals

75%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (0%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (38%) — the odds may underestimate Ascoli.

Market Summary

Margin: 7.0%

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 39.4%Draw 31.1%Away 36.3%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.503.102.50
Max2.563.342.97
Over 2.5: 46.5%Under 2.5: 60.2%
Market favourite: · Even contest

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 market38.0%29.2%32.8%
Public market36.0%28.1%36.0%
Δ2.1%1.1%3.2%

Spal vs Ascoli — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Ascoli
Result vs. Market: Spal (39%)

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.

SpalHalf-time:01Ascoli
12Shots18
6Shots on target7

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
21/01/23Spal1–1Ascoli2.75/2.97/2.79
20/08/22Ascoli1–1Spal2.04/3.37/3.71
12/03/22Spal1–2Ascoli2.54/3.21/2.76
28/10/21Ascoli0–1Spal2.74/3.16/2.70
16/04/21Spal1–2Ascoli2.21/3.01/3.78
27/12/20Ascoli2–0Spal4.24/3.39/1.90
10/09/16Ascoli1–1Spal2.47/3.02/3.13
04/02/17Spal1–1Ascoli1.62/3.63/5.99

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: Spal

W 53D 55L 48
Over 2.544
Goals scored197

Away Record: Ascoli

W 237D 212L 281
Over 2.545
Goals scored834

Data: football-data.co.uk

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

API data: 11 May 2026