Catanzaro vs Empoli: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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08 Mar,15:00
3 - 2
Full Time
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Catanzaro
Empoli

Catanzaro vs Empoli Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 2
1
S. Elia
scored for Empoli
15
M. Nasti
scored for Empoli
17
G. Yepes
was cautioned
24
L. Magnino
was cautioned
2nd Half3 - 2
56
F. Pittarello
scored for Catanzaro
63
F. Pittarello
scored for Catanzaro
73
T. Cassandro
scored for Catanzaro
86
M. Antonini Lui
was cautioned

The upcoming meeting between Catanzaro and Empoli takes place at Stadio Nicola Ceravolo on 08 March 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Italy Serie B. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Catanzaro operate with a flexible back three.

Empoli prefer systems with three central defenders.

Recent Form

Catanzaro

W D D W W

Empoli

L L D D D

Catanzaro continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.

In contrast, Empoli are struggling badly and picking up very few positive results. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.

Recent Form Home/Away

Catanzaro (Home)

W D W W D

Empoli (Away)

L L D L L
Catanzaro'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)

Catanzaro

- - - - +

Empoli

- - - - -

Catanzaro are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

However, Empoli have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Catanzaro (Home)

- - + + +

Empoli (Away)

- - - - -
A huge contrast in clean sheet potential, heavily favouring home games for Catanzaro.

Empoli's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Catanzaro

+ + + + -

Empoli

+ + - + -

Catanzaro have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.

Meanwhile, Empoli regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Catanzaro (Home)

+ + - - -

Empoli (Away)

+ + + + +
Catanzaro's away games are significantly higher-scoring than at home.

A rare pattern, with Empoli's goals flowing more freely in away fixtures.

Scoring Consistency

Catanzaro

+ + + + +

Empoli

+ + + + +

Catanzaro have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Similarly, Empoli show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Catanzaro (Home)

+ + + + -

Empoli (Away)

+ + + + -
Catanzaro attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Empoli's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.

Match Information
Referee: Valerio Crezzini
Venue: Stadio Nicola Ceravolo

Catanzaro vs Empoli Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

1.98
xG
0.8
64
Ball Posession (%)
36
4
Big Chances
1
1
Cautions
2
16
Shots
5
6
Shots on Goal
2
4
Shots Blocked
1
10
Shots inside Box
3
6
Shots outside Box
2
0
Hit Woodwork
1
9
Fouls
26
9
Corner Kicks
1
17
Throw Ins
16
0
Saves
3
26
Free Kicks
9
1
Offsides
0
556
Passes Total
322
497
Passes Completed
243
144
Passes in the final 3rd Total
98
111
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
61
30
Touches in the Opposition Box
11
17
Tackles Total
19
9
Tackles Completed
14
25
Clearances
33
37
Crosses Total
15
9
Crosses Completed
4
12
Interceptions
8

Catanzaro vs Empoli Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
22
M. Pigliacelli
21
A. Fulignati
23
N. Brighenti
5
N. Edward Obaretin
4
M. Antonini Lui
34
G. Guarino
84
T. Cassandro
2
M. Curto
77
M. D'Alessandro
7
S. Elia
20
S. Pontisso
14
G. Yepes
10
J. Petriccione
8
L. Magnino
27
C. Favasuli
15
J. Ceesay
9
P. Iemmello
10
R. Ilie
14
M. Liberali
70
E. Saporiti
8
F. Pittarello
19
M. Nasti

Catanzaro vs Empoli H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

Italy Serie B Standings & Table