Lecce 1-2 Bologna: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a pressure match for Bologna, whose early-season results have lagged behind the squad’s attacking talent and tactical ambition. Lecce arrive with a more volatile profile but the Via del Mare gives them a credible platform to disrupt Bologna’s build-up and attack the wing-back spaces. Bologna retain a strong historical advantage in this pairing, yet injuries have reduced their depth in wide and attacking roles. The key question is whether Palladino’s side can turn control into clear chances before Lecce’s direct wide transitions take hold.

Head-to-head analysis

Bologna hold a pronounced long-term Serie A edge in this fixture and won the latest meeting without conceding. Recent games at Lecce have been tighter, however, including a draw and a goalless contest in the last two league visits.

Injuries and absences

Berisha and Štulić reduce Lecce’s midfield and centre-forward cover, increasing the importance of Ilić’s composure and the fitness of the selected striker. Bologna are without Holm, Odgaard and Mbangula, limiting wing-back rotation and removing attacking options from Palladino’s bench.

Form (last 5)

Lecce vs Bologna stats

Last meetings

• 2026-04-12Bologna 2-0 Lecce
• 2025-09-28Lecce 2-2 Bologna
• 2025-02-09Lecce 0-0 Bologna
• 2024-11-02Bologna 1-0 Lecce
• 2024-02-11Bologna 4-0 Lecce
• 2023-12-03Lecce 1-1 Bologna

Unavailable players

Other Serie A matches

• Genoa – Fiorentina
• Inter – Parma
• Napoli – Frosinone
• Como – AS Roma
• Lazio – Monza
• Sassuolo – AC Milan
• Cagliari – Juventus
• Atalanta – Venezia