| This game is a clash between a team desperately fighting for survival and a side aiming for European football next season. Pisa enters this game in deep trouble, sitting 9 points away from the safety zone. They recently changed managers to Oscar Hiljemark but the new manager bounce has yet to result in a win. Conversely, Bologna is aiming high after securing a spot in the Europa League Round of 16 and is looking to close the gap on the Top 6. Under Vincenzo Italiano, they will dominate possession and use the pace of Riccardo Orsolini and Jonathan Rowe. Since Pisa often plays with a back three, Bologna will try to stretch the defence to create gaps for Santiago Castro. The hosts will likely sit deep and use Samuel Iling-Junior for quick transitions. Their best chance is to catch Bologna's high defensive line on the break. Pisa is statistically stronger in the air. Expect them to prioritize set-pieces like corners and long free-kicks as their primary scoring route, especially with Antonio Caracciolo is very strong in the air. |
