Ascoli vs Empoli Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half1 - 1
14
J. Ceesay
scored for Empoli
26
N. Rizzo
scored for Ascoli
2nd Half1 - 1
90
L. Magnino
was cautioned
90+2
A. Guiebre
was cautioned
On 17 October 2026, Ascoli face Empoli at Cino E Lillo Del Duca with kickoff scheduled for . This Italy Serie B encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Ascoli use wing-backs as key attacking outlets.
Empoli operate with a flexible back three.
Recent Form
Ascoli
DWLWD
Empoli
LLLWL
Ascoli have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Inconsistency has been a recurring theme recently.
Also, Empoli have shown mixed form recently, alternating between good and poor performances. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Recent Form Home/Away
Ascoli (Home)
WWD
Empoli (Away)
LWL
Ascoli's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
There is little difference in Empoli's performance across venues.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Ascoli
+--+-
Empoli
---+-
Ascoli's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. Concentration at the back will be key.
Meanwhile, Empoli are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Ascoli (Home)
-+-
Empoli (Away)
-+-
Ascoli's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
There is little difference in Empoli's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Ascoli
-+---
Empoli
++--+
Ascoli's matches have generally been low-scoring affairs. They often prioritise defensive structure.
In contrast, Empoli have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Ascoli (Home)
+--
Empoli (Away)
+-+
Ascoli's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Empoli.
Scoring Consistency
Ascoli
-+-++
Empoli
++-++
Ascoli have generally been effective going forward, scoring in most recent games. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Meanwhile, Empoli have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Ascoli (Home)
+++
Empoli (Away)
+++
A strong home bias in Ascoli's attacking output.
Empoli's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
Match Information
Referee: Edoardo Manedo Mazzoni
Venue: Cino E Lillo Del Duca
Ascoli vs Empoli Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.44
xG
0.78
62
Ball Posession (%)
38
4
Big Chances
1
9
Shots
16
2
Shots on Goal
2
1
Shots Blocked
8
7
Shots inside Box
10
2
Shots outside Box
6
1
Hit Woodwork
0
11
Fouls
17
6
Corner Kicks
7
25
Throw Ins
22
1
Saves
1
18
Free Kicks
10
2
Offsides
1
461
Passes Total
299
425
Passes Completed
202
21
Touches in the Opposition Box
24
14
Tackles Total
27
8
Tackles Completed
17
19
Clearances
18
21
Crosses Total
11
5
Crosses Completed
4
12
Interceptions
6
Ascoli vs Empoli Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations