Albinoleffe vs Lecce Match preview

Italian Serie B: Albinoleffe vs Lecce

This is the derby of 39th round and the match that can decide the contention for second place. This is the biggest game in history for AlbinoLeffe according to the fans. If they win Lecce the door of the elite will be wide open, although Bologna are still only two points behind. It would perhaps be better for Bergamaschi if they played away since they have marked four successive away wins which brought them level on points with Chievo. At the same time they rook only four points in four matches at Comunale. But they won Bologna two weeks ago thus ending the negative series at home.

AlbinoLeffe used home side’s lack of motivation at Garilli

The first half decided, Bergamaschi were dominant, used all of their chances and after that it was all routine. The squad is tired which Gustinetti admitted but he hopes that they saved the energy for the last 360 minutes of this historical season. There is no time for correcting the mistakes; they played during the whole season, so it is clear that they will do anything to use any chance they get. AlbinoLeffe is the fusion of two Bergamo suburbs, founded only ten years ago and now they are on the verge of Serie A. This wonderful football story could have a fantastic epilogue.

Lecce had many mishaps against Mantova

They refused to shake hands with referee Palanc who seriously damaged them in the game. Two of their players were sent-off which decided second half; they even did good if we have in mind that Mantova missed a penalty and couple of chances in the finish. Papadopulo was furious since Salentini have lost third place and if they wish Serie automatic promotion they will have to win, because a draw would suit third-placed Bologna best. Lecce, of course, won’t lose all of the chances if they take only one point in Bergamo, but three points behind Leffe is not a small gap. There are three more rounds to go, and already next week their biggest rivals, Bari arrive at Via Del Mare.

Betting Verdict

Anything can happen; actually Lecce are the squad that play better at home, first of all because they rarely attack weaker rivals away. But even so, Salentini defend well and organized and if AlbinoLeffe leave them some space anything can happen. Tactical discipline favours them as well as better physical state. We rarely chose these kinds of options but having in mind the recent AlbinoLeffe play at home as well as Lecce's experience we will try with a small bet on away win with 3.0 odds.

Team news : Talented Madonna is latest injury worry for Leffe. Conteh and keeper Marchetti are still out. Del Prato is suspended but Poloni will play instead of him. Benussi and Diamoutene are suspended for Lecce.

Our tip: Bet 4 on Away win
Odds 2.9 at
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