Coppa Italia· Round of 16
Bologna
Palermo2 Dec
Bologna vs Palermo Prediction & Betting Tips
Wednesday, 2 December 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Both teams to score
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Predicted score
2-1
Fair odds
1.45
Expected goals
1.9 - 1.7
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More Bologna vs Palermo tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Bologna +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 82% | 1.22 | - |
| AH2 +1.5Palermo +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 77% | 1.30 | - |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 69% | 1.45 | - |
| 1XBologna or Draw | 68% | 1.48 | - |
| X2Palermo or Draw | 63% | 1.58 | - |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 53% | 1.90 | - |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 47% | 2.11 | - |
| 1Bologna to win | 37% | 2.72 | - |
| 2Palermo to win | 32% | 3.09 | - |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 31% | 3.21 | - |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 31% | 3.21 | - |
| XDraw | 31% | 3.25 | - |
| AH1 -1.5Bologna -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 23% | 4.35 | - |
| AH2 -1.5Palermo -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 18% | 5.62 | - |
Bologna vs Palermo preview & analysis
Match preview
Bologna host Palermo in the Coppa Italia (Round of 16) on Wednesday, 2 December 2026, with kick-off at 17:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Bologna arrive in mixed form, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 5 and conceding 6. Most recently they beat Lecce 2-1 away. Palermo arrive in superb form, with 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 15 and conceding 7. Most recently they beat Empoli 4-2 away.
Head to head
In the last 6 meetings between these sides, Bologna have won 1, Palermo have won 1 and 4 ended level. Those games averaged 1.8 goals, and both teams scored in 3 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Bologna narrow favourites: Bologna 37%, draw 31%, Palermo 32%. We expect around 3.5 goals (1.9 - 1.7 in expected goals), with 69% for over 2.5 and 69% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Both attacks are firing and neither defence has been keeping clean sheets. We expect goals at both ends. Our pick is Both teams to score, which our model rates at a 69% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Bologna 2-1 Palermo.
Recent form
Bologna- 11 OctALecce2-1
- 19 SeptHTorino1-1
- 13 SeptANapoli0-1
- 6 SeptHSassuolo2-2
- 31 AugAAtalanta0-1
Palermo- 10 OctAEmpoli4-2
- 19 SeptHPadova2-1
- 13 SeptAAvellino1-1
- 7 SeptHSampdoria3-1
- 3 SeptHMantova5-2
Head to head
Bologna vs Palermo: FAQ
What is the Bologna vs Palermo prediction?
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Our tip is Both teams to score. Our predicted score is Bologna 2-1 Palermo.
Who is the favourite to win Bologna vs Palermo?
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Bologna are favourites. Our model gives Bologna a 37% chance of winning, Palermo 32%, and the draw 31%.
Will both teams score in Bologna vs Palermo?
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We rate both teams to score at 69%, so BTTS Yes is likely.
When does Bologna vs Palermo kick off?
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Bologna vs Palermo kicks off at 17:00 UTC on Wednesday, 2 December 2026.
