The Serie A match between Parma and Lecce will take place on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 20:45 local time at the Ennio Tardini Stadium in Parma. Set for Matchday 23, this clash sees both teams battling at the lower end of the league table, with Parma in 16th place and Lecce just behind in 17th, both on 20 points. With survival in Serie A at stake, this promises to be a pivotal encounter for both sides.
Parma vs Lecce
Parma and Lecce have only met once before, with the match ending in a draw. On average, their encounters have produced 4.00 goals per game. This season, Parma has averaged 1.32 goals per match, while Lecce has slightly outpaced them with an average of 1.41 goals per match.
Parma will be eager to bounce back after their 3-2 loss to AC Milan in their previous Serie A match. In that game, Parma had 39% possession and registered 12 shots, with 5 on target. AC Milan, on the other hand, had 14 attempts, 5 of which were on target.
Lecce, coming off a defeat to Inter Milan in their last Serie A outing, will be hoping for a better result in this upcoming match. In that game, Lecce had 50% possession and fired 16 shots, with 3 on target. Inter Milan managed 9 shots, 5 of which were on target.
Statistics for the match:
Recently, Parma have struggled to show defensive resilience, with their defense being breached in 5 of their last 6 matches, conceding 11 goals during that run. It remains to be seen whether this trend will continue in their upcoming game. Looking at the form guide, Parma have not lost to Lecce in their last 2 encounters and remain unbeaten in their last 2 home league matches, although they are winless in their last 3 league meetings with Lecce.
Lecce, meanwhile, have also shown defensive vulnerabilities, conceding in 5 of their last 6 matches, allowing a total of 13 goals. Their defense appears to be their weak point heading into this clash. Additionally, Lecce have not managed to defeat Parma in their last 3 league visits to Parma.
What is the Prediction?
In conclusion, while both Parma and Lecce are in a challenging spot in the Serie A standings, Parma’s slightly better recent form and home advantage make them the favorites in this important clash. Their stronger goal-scoring record, combined with Lecce’s struggles on the road, further tilt the balance in Parma’s favor. However, with both teams capable of finding the back of the net, we expect an exciting match with goals at both ends. Our prediction for the game is: over 2.5.
Summary
Match: Parma vs Lecce
Bet: over 2.5
Odds: -109 / 1.92
