Empoli vs Como Prediction & Betting Tips (4 November)

Expected in the fight not to go down this season, Empoli is currently 12th in Serie A and is 3 points ahead of the first relegation. Authors of a very good start to the championship, Roberto D'Aversa's men surprised all observers by not conceding any setbacks during the first 6 days. On the other hand, they have been stalling since 1 draw and 3 defeats. Empoli took a point from promoted Parma 1-1 but otherwise suffered the law of three big names, Lazio 2-1, Naples 0-1 and Inter this week 0-3. Back in the elite this season, Como is logically expected in the battle not to go down.

The promoted team now occupies 15th place in Serie A with 1 point ahead of the red zone. Cesc Fabregas' men pocketed their only two successes against Atalanta 2-3 and Hellas Verona 3-2 at the end of September. They then fell back into their bad ways with a current series of 4 matches without a win, 1 draw and 3 defeats. Beaten on the Torino pitch last weekend 1-0, Como was then outclassed, at home, by Lazio this week 1-5.

For this meeting, Empoli remains without the important defender Ebuehi, the starting striker Esposito, the winger Zurkowski (2nd top scorer last season) and the replacements Sazonov and Perisan. Added to this is the suspension of senior defender Goglichidze. With 7 goals scored, Empoli has the 19th attack in the championship. Lorenzo Colombo (2 goals in SA) could start up front again. On the Como side, the starting right back van der Brempt has still not recovered from his injury.

In addition, the important Barcelona-trained midfielder Sergi Roberto is announced as doubtful while the other midfielder Braunoder is suspended. Argentinian international Nico Paz (20 years old, 1 goal and 2 assists in SA) has established himself in the heart of the game despite his young age. He is responsible for supplying good balls to the attackers Strefezza (2 goals in SA) and Cutrone (4 goals in SA).