Ascoli vs Cosenza - 01/05/24 | Fast live stats

Ascoli vs Cosenza Prediction & Preview

Preview

In an intriguing Serie B clash, Ascoli will host Cosenza at the Stadio Cino e Lillo Del Duca this Wednesday. As we head into the 36th round of the league, both teams are looking to secure crucial points with Ascoli sitting in 15th place with 37 points and Cosenza slightly ahead in 14th with 42 points.

Ascoli, under the guidance of Massimo Carrera, will be somewhat confident coming off a narrow 1-0 victory against Ternana away from home. Meanwhile, Cosenza's recent performance under William Viali was impressive as they dominated Bari 1908 with a resounding 4-1 win at their home ground. These results could play a significant role in setting the tone for this matchup.

Looking at their head-to-head record, Ascoli has generally had the upper hand with three wins out of their last five encounters against Cosenza. However, it's worth noting that during their last meeting earlier this season on August 19th, it was Cosenza who emerged victorious by a stunning margin of three goals to nil.

Goalscoring statistics reveal some interesting insights; while Ascoli averages only about one goal per game when playing at home and concedes even less (0.4 goals per game), Cosenza showcases better attacking prowess on away fixtures averaging about 1.75 goals per game but also concedes more frequently (1 goal per game). This juxtaposition sets up an exciting scenario where defensive solidity meets offensive agility.

Bet

Considering both teams' recent forms and given how close they are in terms of league standings and performance metrics such as average goals scored and conceded – especially considering how potent Cosenza has been away from home – betting on 'Over 2.5' goals could offer value here at odds of 2.7. This bet acknowledges both teams' capacity to score based on recent performances while recognizing potential vulnerabilities in defense which might lead to an open match filled with scoring opportunities.