Serie B· Kick-off : Saturday, October 17, 2026, 16:15 (UK time)
Mantova vs Palermo prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Serie B, matchday 7: the Mantova vs Palermo match is scheduled on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 16:15 (UK time). Venue: Stadio Danilo Martelli, Mantova. With a 78% win probability, Palermo go in as strong favourites against Mantova (11%), with the draw rated at 11%.
Over their last 5 matches, Mantova have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 10 and conceding 9. Palermo are unbeaten in their last 5 matches (4 wins, 1 draw), scoring 15 and conceding 7. Recent momentum is clearly with Palermo. On average Mantova score 2.00 and concede 1.80 goals per game; Palermo score 3.00 and concede 1.40. In the table, Mantova sit 2nd with 14 points from 6 games, Palermo 1st with 16 points from 6. The two teams are close in the standings. Over their recent games, Mantova have averaged 1.58 xG (expected goals) per match, against 4.91 for Palermo.
In the last 4 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Mantova, 1 for Palermo and 3 draws. The most recent ended Palermo 2-1 Mantova (Mar 4, 2026). In double chance terms, "Mantova or draw" stands at 22%, "Palermo or draw" at 89% and "no draw" at 89%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Recent form
Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Mantova
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 11, 2026 | Catanzaro · Serie B | 3-1 | W |
| Sep 20, 2026 | Pisa · Serie B | 2-2 | D |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Sampdoria · Serie B | 2-0 | W |
| Sep 6, 2026 | Cesena · Serie B | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Palermo · Coppa Italia | 2-5 | L |
Palermo
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2026 | Empoli · Serie B | 4-2 | W |
| Sep 19, 2026 | Padova · Serie B | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 13, 2026 | Avellino · Serie B | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 7, 2026 | Sampdoria · Serie B | 3-1 | W |
| Sep 3, 2026 | Mantova · Coppa Italia | 5-2 | W |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mantova | 2 | 14 | 6 |
| Palermo | 1 | 16 | 6 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2026 | Palermo 2-1 Mantova | Serie B |
| Jan 11, 2026 | Mantova 1-1 Palermo | Serie B |
| Feb 16, 2025 | Palermo 2-2 Mantova | Serie B |
| Oct 30, 2024 | Mantova 0-0 Palermo | Serie B |
Out and doubtful
Mantova
No absences reported.
Palermo
No absences reported.
Most regular starters
Mantova
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Castellini5/5
- F. Bardi5/5
- F. Benaissa-Yahia5/5
- L. Ignacchiti5/5
- R. Ilie5/5
- S. Cella5/5
- B. Tomasevic4/5
- F. Ruocco4/5
- J. Silva4/5
- R. Kouda4/5
- E. Gliozzi3/5
Palermo
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Palumbo4/5
- D. Vavassori4/5
- F. Ranocchia4/5
- J. Pohjanpalo4/5
- J. Segre4/5
- M. Bani4/5
- M. Fortin4/5
- T. Augello4/5
- D. Johnsen3/5
- P. Ceccaroni3/5
- T. Cassandro3/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Mantova vs Palermo prediction?
Our AI gives Mantova a 11% chance of winning, the draw 11% and Palermo 78%. Palermo are therefore favourites.
When and where is Mantova vs Palermo played?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 16:15 (UK time), Serie B, matchday 7. Venue: Stadio Danilo Martelli, Mantova.
What form are Mantova and Palermo in?
Mantova: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (10 scored, 9 conceded). Palermo: 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 defeats in their last 5 matches (15 scored, 7 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Mantova and Palermo?
In the last 4 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Mantova, 1 for Palermo and 3 draws. The most recent ended Palermo 2-1 Mantova (Mar 4, 2026).
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