Empoli vs Parma Betting Tips & Match Preview – Serie A Survival Fight Heats Up
Introduction
Empoli host Parma on Saturday, 10 May, in what promises to be a defining clash in the fight for Serie A survival. With just three matches remaining in the season, Empoli find themselves two points adrift from safety and in dire need of a win. Parma, meanwhile, are sitting slightly more comfortably, six points clear of the relegation zone—but still mathematically not safe. With mounting pressure and high stakes, this encounter could determine the course of the relegation battle. Read on for our expert betting tips and full match preview.
Team News & Key Insights
- Empoli are winless in their last 20 Serie A matches, highlighting their poor run of form.
- Parma have drawn their last four away matches in Serie A.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in three of Parma’s last four league outings.
- Empoli see the return of midfield duo Liam Henderson and Alberto Grassi from suspension.
- Parma are hit hard by injuries, missing eight first-team players, including Alessandro Vogliaco and Yordan Osorio.
- The last meeting between these two sides ended in a 1-1 draw earlier this season.
- This is just the second meeting between the teams in six years in Serie A.
Betting Odds & Predictions
Ladbrokes odds indicate Empoli as slight favourites to win this crucial tie, priced at 2.10 (47.6% implied probability). The draw is available at 3.40, while a Parma win is set at 3.50. These odds might come as a surprise considering Empoli haven’t won a league match in 2025. However, desperation can sometimes be a powerful motivator.
Given Parma’s away form—drawing each of their last four on the road—and Empoli’s continued struggles, a draw appears to be the smart prediction. The correct scoreline prediction is Empoli 1-1 Parma, mirroring their last meeting.
Expert Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 Draw – Empoli still can’t buy a win, and Parma have made a habit of sharing spoils. 7.50
- Draw – With both sides wary of losing, a cautious contest is likely. 3.40
- Under 2.5 Goals – Recent matches suggest a low-scoring affair. 1.70
- Both Teams to Score: Yes – A repeat of the 1-1 scoreline earlier this season. 1.95
- Parma Double Chance (Draw or Win) – Given Empoli’s long winless run. 1.66
Final Prediction & Verdict
With the season rapidly drawing to a close, both teams will be feeling the heat. Empoli’s position is precarious, two points from safety and desperately needing a victory. However, their current form—without a win in 20 league matches—hardly inspires confidence, even with the return of two key midfielders.
Parma’s injury problems are a major concern, but they’ve proven resilient, drawing matches on difficult away trips. Their cautious approach has worked well in picking up vital points. Taking all of this into account, another draw feels like the most likely outcome. Expect a tight, tense contest with limited chances and a share of the spoils. Our money is on Empoli 1-1 Parma, a result that could keep both teams teetering toward the edge of safety.
