Empoli vs. Parma Calcio 1913 Prediction, Match Preview and Betting Tips, 10 May 2025

As we head into the final stretch of the Serie A season, Empoli host Parma Calcio 1913 at the Stadio Carlo Castellani on 10 May 2025 at 19:45. Empoli find themselves in a difficult position, sitting 19th in the league with just 25 points, desperate to claw their way out of the relegation zone. Coach Roberto D’Aversa’s men will be gunning for a crucial victory to stay afloat, especially since they haven’t won in their last five matches.

Meanwhile, Parma, under Cristian Chivu, are 16th with 32 points. A victory for them would almost guarantee safety, but they’ve shown strong defensive resilience, managing four draws in their last five away games. The game is expected to be tight and evenly matched.

Referee Michael Fabbri will oversee this contest, where both sides must adopt a cautious approach.

Given Empoli’s poor form and Parma’s draw-heavy recent results, our recommended bet is a draw. This match-up, decisive for both teams, promises drama amid the high stakes of Serie A survival.

Empoli vs Parma Calcio 1913 Prediction & Betting Tip

Based on recent form and match facts, our recommended bet for this game is a draw. Both teams have been struggling offensively, and given Parma’s tendency to draw games away, it seems like the most likely outcome.

Empoli vs Parma Calcio 1913 Prediction
Betting tip	Odds
Draw	3.40

• Empoli has not won in their last five matches and needs points to avoid relegation.
• Parma has drawn four out of their last five away matches, showing strong defensive play.
• Both teams are struggling offensively, with few goals expected.

Empoli vs Parma Calcio 1913 Odds

Empoli vs Parma Calcio 1913 Betting Odds
Bet	Odds
Empoli	2.08
Draw	3.40
Parma Calcio 1913	3.52

With Empoli being the slight favorites according to the bookmakers, a home win stands at 2.08 odds. A draw, reflecting the resilience of Parma’s recent away performances, comes at 3.40 odds. Meanwhile, a win for Parma is priced at 3.52, showcasing the balance and slight unpredictability expected in this clash.

Empoli Team Analysis

Empoli Recent Performance

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Empoli	Lazio	2025-05-04	Serie A	0-1 (Loss)
Fiorentina	Empoli	2025-04-27	Serie A	2-1 (Loss)
Bologna	Empoli	2025-04-24	Coppa Italia	2-1 (Loss)
Empoli	Venezia	2025-04-20	Serie A	2-2 (Draw)
SSC Napoli	Empoli	2025-04-14	Serie A	3-0 (Loss)

Empoli is going through a tough phase with three losses and two draws in their last five matches.

Recent form: LLLDL

The team has struggled offensively, scoring just 0.80 goals per game on average. Defensive stability has also been an issue, with no clean sheets in the last five matches.

Empoli needs points desperately to avoid relegation, making this clash against Parma crucial.

Empoli Key Players

Empoli’s key players will need to step up if they are to avoid relegation.

Sebastiano Esposito, the team’s top scorer with eight goals, will be crucial in this match, needing to find the net to give his team a fighting chance.

In midfield, watch out for Jacopo Fazzini and Emanuel Quartsin Gyasi, whose creativity and energy could make a difference.

In defence, Ardian Ismajli and goalkeeper Devis Vasquez will be tasked with keeping Parma at bay, a difficult ask given their recent form.

Expected line-up for Empoli:

• Goalkeeper: Devis Vasquez
• Defenders: Saba Goglichidze, Ardian Ismajli, Mattia Viti
• Midfielders: Emanuel Quartsin Gyasi, Alberto Grassi, Liam Henderson, Giuseppe Pezzella, Jacopo Fazzini, Liberato Cacace
• Forward: Sebastiano Esposito

Empoli Suspensions & Injuries

Empoli will be significantly impacted by several injuries and a key suspension for their upcoming match against Parma Calcio 1913.
Suspensions

Player	Suspension	Expected return
Lorenzo Colombo	Yellow/red card	17/05/2025

Injuries

Player	Injury	Expected return
Saba Sazonov	Cruciate ligament	Early June 2025
Nicolas Haas	Cruciate ligament	Early August 2025
Pietro Pellegri	Cruciate ligament	Out for the season
Youssef Maleh	Medial Collateral Ligament	Early June 2025
Szymon Zurkowski	Knee injury	Early June 2025
Christian Kouamé	Cruciate ligament	Mid-December 2025
Faustino Anjorin	Strain injury	Late May 2025

These absences could weaken Empoli’s prospects, particularly as they strive to avoid relegation. The loss of key players such as Saba Sazonov and Christian Kouamé, along with the suspension of Lorenzo Colombo, will be challenging for coach Roberto D’Aversa to contend with ahead of this crucial fixture.

Empoli Tactics and Formation

Empoli Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: Likely to line up in a 3-4-2-1 or 3-4-3
• Key Forward: Sebastiano Esposito, leading with 8 goals this season
• Midfield Roles:
  • Right midfielder: Emanuel Quartsin Gyasi
  • Central midfielders: Alberto Grassi, Liam Henderson
  • Left midfielder: Giuseppe Pezzella
• Defensive Line:
  • Right center back: Saba Goglichidze
  • Central back: Ardian Ismajli
  • Left center back: Mattia Viti
• Notable Strategy: Emphasis on solidifying the backline due to key suspensions and injuries
• Recent Performance Issues:
  • No clean sheets in the last five games
  • Average of 0.8 goals scored per game in recent matches

Empoli’s focus will likely be on organized defense and a quick transition to counter-attacks to exploit any weaknesses in Parma’s setup.

Parma Calcio 1913 Team Analysis

Parma Calcio 1913 Recent Performance LDWDD

Parma have shown a mixed bag of results in their recent matches. Their form over the last five games is characterized by 1 win, 3 draws, and 1 loss. This recent inconsistent performance sees them lingering just above the relegation zone. They’ve managed to keep 2 clean sheets and average 1.0 goals per match in this period, which is a positive sign heading into the clash against Empoli.

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Parma Calcio 1913	Como	2025-05-03	Serie A	0-1 (Loss)
Lazio	Parma Calcio 1913	2025-04-28	Serie A	2-2 (Draw)
Parma Calcio 1913	Juventus	2025-04-23	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Fiorentina	Parma Calcio 1913	2025-04-13	Serie A	0-0 (Draw)
Parma Calcio 1913	Inter	2025-04-05	Serie A	2-2 (Draw)

Parma’s recent success has come from solid defensive performances, evidenced by their clean sheets against Fiorentina and Juventus. However, the team faces a challenge with conceding an average of 1.5 goals per match throughout the season. This defensive solidity will be essential in their encounter with Empoli as they aim to secure further points and climb to safety.

Parma Calcio 1913 Key Players

Parma Calcio 1913 will rely heavily on their key players to perform against Empoli. Ange-Yoan Bonny, their top scorer with 6 goals, will spearhead the attack alongside Mateo Pellegrino. The midfield’s creativity and control will be essential, with players like Mandela Keita and Simon Sohm expected to dictate the tempo.
Key individual battles to watch include Bonny against Empoli’s central defenders like Ardian Ismajli and Mattia Viti, which could be crucial in determining the game’s outcome.

Expected lineup for Parma Calcio 1913:

• Goalkeeper: Zion Suzuki
• Defenders: Enrico Del Prato, Giovanni Leoni, Lautaro Valenti
• Midfielders: Antoine Hainaut, Jacob Ondrejka, Mandela Keita, Simon Sohm, Emanuele Valeri
• Attackers: Mateo Pellegrino, Ange-Yoan Bonny

Parma Calcio 1913 Suspensions & Injuries

Parma Calcio 1913 will be facing a few setbacks due to injuries, with no suspensions reported. Their injury list is rather extensive, which could impact their squad depth and performance in the match against Empoli.

Player	Injury	Expected return
Mateusz Kowalski	Cruciate ligament injury	Out for season
Yordan Osorio	Hernia	Unknown
Gabriel Charpentier	Achilles tendon injury	Late May 2025
Valentin Mihaila	Thigh injury	Early June 2025
Alessandro Vogliacco	Hip injury	Late May 2025
Adrian Bernabe	Hamstring Injury	Late May 2025
Nahuel Estevez	Hamstring Injury	Early June 2025
Matteo Cancellieri	Thigh injury	Late May 2025
Pontus Almqvist	Thigh injury	Late May 2025

Cristian Chivu will need to navigate these absences carefully, particularly in the defensive and midfield areas. The squad’s depth will be tested, and younger players might have to step up. This situation makes maintaining defensive solidity more challenging, potentially altering their approach to the game.

Parma Calcio 1913 Tactics and Formation

Parma Calcio 1913’s Tactical Breakdown:

• Formation: 3-5-2
• Key Forwards: Ange-Yoan Bonny, Mateo Pellegrino
• Midfield Five: Antoine Hainaut, Jacob Ondrejka, Mandela Keita, Simon Sohm, Emanuele Valeri
• Defensive Trio: Enrico Del Prato, Giovanni Leoni, Lautaro Valenti
• Goalkeeper: Zion Suzuki

Parma has exhibited resilient defensive play, evidenced by two clean sheets in their last five matches.

They strategically deploy a dense midfield to maintain control and prevent opposition breakthroughs.

Employing a three-center-back system, they prioritize defensive solidity, intending to limit Empoli’s scoring chances.

Expect Parma to capitalize on their strong defensive framework and hit on the counter-attack, especially in the latter stages, where they’ve been most threatening this season. Their tactical finesse could play a pivotal role in this crucial fixture.

Empoli vs Parma Calcio 1913 Head-to-Head Statistics

Home team	Away team	Date	Competition	Result
Parma Calcio 1913	Empoli	2024-10-27	Serie A	1-1 (Draw)
Parma Calcio 1913	Empoli	2020-09-06	Friendlies	0-2 (Loss)
Empoli	Parma Calcio 1913	2019-03-02	Serie A	3-3 (Draw)
Parma Calcio 1913	Empoli	2018-09-30	Serie A	1-0 (Win)
Empoli	Parma Calcio 1913	2018-02-17	Serie B	4-0 (Win)

Over their last five encounters, Empoli has had the upper hand with two wins and two draws.

Their most recent clash on 27 October 2024 ended evenly at 1-1, highlighting how closely matched these teams have been historically.

Empoli will be eager to secure a win at home, while Parma aims to improve their standings by reversing past fortunes.

Odds accurate as of 8th May 2025 at 19:46, and are subject to change. Please always check the odds before placing your bets with any bookmaker.