Bologna vs Genoa: Serie A Prediction (24.05.2025)

On May 24, 2025, at 23:00 WIB, the final round of the Italian Serie A will feature a match between Bologna and Genoa. Bookmakers consider the home side clear favorites. Let’s analyze the current form of both teams and provide a prediction for the match.

Bologna

The “Red and Blues” were recently considered strong contenders for a Champions League spot. However, toward the end of the season, their performance dropped significantly, and they have not won in their last four matches. As a result, Bologna slipped to eighth place, three points behind the top six. However, this no longer matters much for Vincenzo Italiano’s side, as the team recently won the Coppa Italia — their first trophy since 1974. This victory not only brings silverware but also secures a place in the Europa League. Therefore, we shouldn’t expect much motivation from the home players in this upcoming match.

Genoa

The “Griffins” are known not to be star performers, but they are capable of spoiling the mood for even the top teams occasionally. This has also been the case this season. Patrick Vieira’s side currently sits in 13th place before the final round. They are four points ahead of the team below and four behind Udinese above them. This means the outcome of this match won’t affect Genoa’s standing. However, the team has also declined toward the end of the season and is in a slump, having gone six games without a win.

Statistics and Head-to-Head

In 2024, the teams met three times. Genoa won one match (2-0), and the other two ended in draws. The first meeting this season finished 2-2.

Prediction

In the Bologna vs Genoa match, we predict an attacking performance from the home team. Both teams enter the game without pressure from the standings and could play open football with many scoring chances. In this regard, Bologna’s attacking line looks much stronger. Therefore, we suggest betting on Bologna to score in the first half at odds of 1.60.