Serie A Round 9: Bologna Host Torino in High-Scoring Potential Clash
Match Preview
On October 29, 2025, Bologna welcome Torino to the Renato Dall’Ara Stadium in the 9th round of Serie A. Bologna aim to continue their recent improvement, while Torino, despite a poor start to the season, remain a dangerous opponent capable of snatching points.
Form Overview
Bologna declined last season after coach Thiago Motta left and several key players were sold. Their Champions League debut ended in disappointment, and Serie A saw them finish 9th. However, under Italiano, Bologna secured a cup victory and qualified for the Europa League, though they struggled in Europe. Domestically, October has seen better form with back-to-back wins, but the last round ended in a 2–2 draw with Fiorentina.
Torino finished 12th last season with 44 points, barely ahead of Udinese. Under Baroni, they started this season poorly, aside from cup wins over Modena and Pisa. Torino has shown flashes of quality, defeating Roma and Napoli and edging past Genoa. On average, they score 1.63 goals per game, conceding 0.88, while Bologna currently have a weaker ratio: 1 goal scored and 1.75 conceded per match.
Key Stats & Trends
Bologna have won 3 of their last 4 matches.
Torino have won 4 of their last 7 matches.
Both teams scoring rate: 38% for both sides.
Average total goals per match: Bologna 2.5, Torino 2.75.
Head-to-head: In the last 4 encounters, Bologna won 3 times, with 1 draw.
Probable Lineups
Bologna: Ravaglia – Miranda, Heggheim, Vitik, Holm – Ferguson, Freuler, Cambiaghi, Odgaard, Bernardeschi – Castro
Torino: Israel – Nkunku, Coco, Maripan, Tameze, Pedersen – Vlasic, Asllani, Casadei – Adams, Simeone
Prediction
Bologna are favorites, but Torino’s improved form suggests an open, attacking match. Expect goals from both sides.
✅ Tip: Total Over 2.0 Goals | Odds 1.68
🧮 Predicted Score: Bologna 2–1 Torino
